Cyprus Reinforces Strategic Influence as a Regional Energy and Trade Hub

by THEFUTURE.TEAM

September 26, 2025

Event Overview and Key Insights

The Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Keve) hosted a pivotal event titled “The Geostrategic Position of Cyprus in the Modern World,” drawing an influential audience from business, government, and academia. Strategic analyst, mathematician, and author Nikos Lygeros delivered a keynote address that examined contemporary regional dynamics and emerging commercial corridors in the Eastern Mediterranean.

Analyzing Quarter-Century Projects

During his presentation, Lygeros provided an incisive analysis of the Great Sea Interconnector (GSI) project, emphasizing its critical role in enhancing Cyprus’ energy security. He argued that the GSI not only strengthens the nation’s energy grid but also unlocks significant business opportunities by integrating Cyprus with the broader European energy market.

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Emerging Geopolitical Corridors

Lygeros expanded on the development of a novel geopolitical and commercial corridor spanning India, Saudi Arabia, Israel, Cyprus, Greece, and Italy. This emerging network, he noted, solidifies Cyprus’ status as a strategic nexus in the Eastern Mediterranean, fostering regional stability and economic growth.

Policy Endorsements and Strategic Advocacy

In attendance, the President of Keve reiterated the chamber’s commitment to national strategic advice, underscoring the importance of collaborative policy-making for long-term stability. Energy Minister George Papanastasiou also addressed the gathering, highlighting robust government backing for major energy projects that complement Cyprus’ evolving position.

Audience Engagement and Forward-Looking Initiatives

The event concluded with an interactive discussion, reinforcing the high level of engagement among participants on matters critical to the nation’s energy and strategic policy framework. Keve affirmed its dedication to hosting further initiatives that promote strategic foresight and informed dialogue within the business community and beyond.

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Cyprus Expected Working Life Reaches 39.5 Years, Above EU Average

by THEFUTURE.TEAM

July 20, 2026

People in Cyprus are expected to spend 39.5 years in the workforce, around two years longer than the European Union average of 37.5 years, according to the latest Eurostat data for 2025.

The figure places Cyprus among the EU countries with the longest expected working lives.

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Cyprus Ranks Above EU Average

Only a handful of member states recorded higher figures than Cyprus. The Netherlands topped the ranking at 44 years, followed by Sweden at 43.4 years, Denmark at 42.6 years, and Estonia at 41.5 years.

At the other end of the ranking were Romania with 32.7 years, Italy with 33.0 years, Bulgaria with 34.6 years and Greece with 35.3 years.

Gender Gap Remains Wider Than EU Average

Men in Cyprus are expected to remain in work for 42.1 years, compared with 36.7 years for women. The gap of 5.4 years exceeds the EU average gender gap of 4.1 years.

Across the bloc, Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia were the only countries where women were expected to spend longer in employment than men. Finland recorded the smallest positive gender gap at 0.7 years.

Italy posted the widest gap at 8.9 years, followed by Romania at 6.9 years, Greece at 6.7 years and Malta at 6.3 years.

Working Lives Continue To Lengthen

Between 2016 and 2025, expected working life in Cyprus increased by 3.5 years, placing the country among the strongest performers in the EU over the period. Men’s expected working life rose by 3.3 years, while women’s increased by 3.6 years.

Across the EU, every member state recorded an increase. Malta posted the largest gain at 4.9 years, followed by Hungary and Ireland at 4.2 years each, and the Netherlands at 4.1 years.

Malta’s increase was driven largely by women, whose expected working life rose by 7.8 years, the biggest increase recorded across the bloc.

By comparison, Romania, Spain, Italy, Germany and Austria recorded gains of two years or less over the same period.

Women’s Working Lives Increase Faster Across Europe

Women’s expected working life increased faster than men’s in most EU countries. Denmark, Romania, Sweden and Greece were the main exceptions.

In Cyprus, gains for men and women were broadly similar, alongside Bulgaria, Belgium and Slovenia.

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