Invest Cyprus showcases country’s business potential at New York event
Invest Cyprus announced on Friday that it recently participated in a roundtable event in New York, held in collaboration with FT Locations and fDi Intelligence to promote the country as an investment destination.
The event marked the second in a series following the launch of the collaboration in London, as part of ongoing efforts to showcase Cyprus to international investors and companies.
Discussions focused on global capital flows and the growing attractiveness of the Eastern Mediterranean, particularly amid geopolitical shifts and digital transformation.
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.
Participants explored emerging investment sectors, risk assessment and long-term value creation, while also examining which European markets offer a genuine competitive advantage.
“Cyprus played a central role throughout the discussion, as its European identity, legal system, dynamic growth in the technology sector and geographic position at the crossroads of Europe, the Middle East and North Africa make it a credible proposition for any investor seeking a sustainable regional base,” the investment promotion agency said.
“Yesterday’s event forms part of the series of initiatives undertaken by President Christodoulides, who in April 2025 visited New York, Houston and San Francisco with the aim of attracting investments,” it added.
Invest Cyprus chairman Evgenios Evgeniou stated that “investors today are not only looking for high returns”, explaining that they also seek “resilience, legal certainty and strategic access to markets with strong prospects”.
“Cyprus offers all three,” he stressed.
“Today’s discussion confirmed that the international investment community is following Cyprus’ progress and the opportunities emerging here with particular interest,” he added.
The remarks highlighted Cyprus’ positioning as a stable and competitive destination for foreign direct investment, particularly in a changing global environment.
“Geopolitical tensions are on the minds of many investors at the moment,” said Jacopo Dettoni, editor of fDi Intelligence and moderator of the discussion.
“However, those who invest professionally, whether large companies or major private portfolios, operate with a long-term horizon that goes beyond the current news cycle.”
He further pointed out that “structural trends such as digitalisation, artificial intelligence, energy security and the quality of governance are factors that will shape investment decisions in the years ahead”.
“In this context, Cyprus is well positioned to claim its place on the map, capture investor interest and present a positive outlook for the coming decade,” Dettoni added.