Nicosia, Cyprus. Cyprus Economy and Competitiveness Council chairman Demetris Georgiadis warned that public messaging amid Middle East tensions could affect the island’s image and economic prospects. Separate developments showed business leaders concerned about technological change and the Bank of Cyprus reporting investor interest in London.
Warning over public messaging and economic impact
Speaking to the Cyprus News Agency (CNA), Georgiadis said Cyprus must tread carefully in how it presents itself abroad as tensions in the Middle East persist, warning that missteps in messaging could damage tourism, investment and confidence.
He said the island’s image as a safe destination should not be undermined by loose messaging, particularly in international media, at a time when perceptions can shift quickly and carry economic consequences.
“Statements or images associated with warships or military bases may create a feeling of insecurity, even if this is not the intention,” he said.
Georgiadis added that the government should move quickly to reassure tourist markets that Cyprus remains safe, prepare contingency plans in case the regional crisis deepens, and protect air links.
PwC survey highlights CEO concerns over pace of transformation
Cyprus business leaders are showing growing concern over whether their companies are moving quickly enough to keep pace with technological change, particularly in the age of artificial intelligence, according to the 15th annual PwC Cyprus CEO Survey.
The survey gathered responses from 77 business leaders in Cyprus and pointed to mounting unease over the speed of business transformation, while also outlining opportunities and pressures shaping companies in a volatile environment.
According to the findings, 43 per cent of CEOs in Cyprus said they are concerned about whether they are transforming their business “fast enough” to keep up with the scope and pace of technological change, including artificial intelligence.
The survey said similar concerns are being expressed in the Eurozone and globally, where CEOs are also questioning whether their organisations are adapting quickly enough to match emerging technological realities.
Bank of Cyprus reports investor interest at London conference
The Bank of Cyprus on Wednesday reported strong investor interest during its participation in the Morgan Stanley European Financial Conference in London, following a series of high-level meetings with international funds.
The bank said it held meetings with 30 investment funds from Europe and the United States in a single day, reflecting engagement from global institutional investors.
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