Nicosia, Cyprus. National Bank of Greece Cyprus took part in the 13th Banking Payments and Fintech Forum and Expo, contributing to discussions on the banking sector’s future direction from 2026 onwards. The conference examined banking trends, regulatory challenges, and sustainable growth and profitability.
Conference focus
The event centred on key trends in banking, regulatory challenges, and potential paths to sustainable growth and profitability in the coming years.
Banking sector transition in Cyprus
In a fireside chat titled “Banking in Cyprus a sector in transition and the role of National Bank of Greece Cyprus,” chief executive George Agioutantis said the Cypriot banking market is undergoing substantial transformation. He said the transition requires balancing innovation, regulatory compliance, and traditional banking values.
Regulation, technology and customer relationships
Agioutantis said the regulatory framework is becoming increasingly complex, while also serving as a foundation of stability and trust in the financial system. He said technology is accelerating customer service while preserving the human dimension of banking relationships. He said banking is about trust and that meaningful customer relationships underpin long-term, mutually beneficial partnerships.
Strategic priorities in Cyprus
Agioutantis outlined the bank’s strategic priorities in Cyprus, including further expansion and an ambition to become the bank of first choice for Cypriot entrepreneurs. He said the bank aims to provide strategic guidance and act as a reliable partner in complex transactions.
What do you think will be the biggest challenge for Cyprus’s banking sector from 2026 onwards?