New York, United States. Invest Cyprus said it participated in a New York roundtable held with FT Locations and fDi Intelligence to promote Cyprus as an investment destination. The event followed a previous session in London after the launch of the collaboration.
Roundtable focus and format
The event, titled “Capital, Returns & FDI Investing in Europe’s Growth Markets”, brought together investors, business leaders and policy makers, with discussions held under the Chatham House Rule. Discussions focused on global capital flows and the growing attractiveness of the Eastern Mediterranean amid geopolitical shifts and digital transformation.
Investment themes and market assessment
Participants explored emerging investment sectors, risk assessment and long-term value creation, while also examining which European markets offer a genuine competitive advantage.
Cyprus positioning in discussions
Invest Cyprus said Cyprus played a central role in the discussion, citing its European identity, legal system, growth in the technology sector, and geographic position at the crossroads of Europe, the Middle East and North Africa as factors supporting its appeal to investors seeking a sustainable regional base.
Link to broader investment outreach
The agency said the event was part of initiatives undertaken by President Christodoulides, adding that he visited New York, Houston and San Francisco in April 2025 with the aim of attracting investments.
Statements from Invest Cyprus chairman
Invest Cyprus chairman Evgenios Evgeniou said investors are not only looking for high returns, but also seek resilience, legal certainty and strategic access to markets with strong prospects. He added that the discussion confirmed international investor interest in Cyprus’ progress and emerging opportunities.
Foreign direct investment context
The remarks highlighted Cyprus’ positioning as a stable and competitive destination for foreign direct investment in a changing global environment.
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