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CCCI: Strengthening Economic and Business Relations

between Cyprus and China

New opportunities for trade and investment cooperation

highlighted at business forum in Nicosia

The prospects for further strengthening economic and commercial relations between Cyprus and China, with particular emphasis on developing business partnerships, attracting investment and fostering closer ties between local and regional authorities, were at the centre of the China-Cyprus Subnational Exchange and Cooperation Forum and Business Forum, held on Tuesday, 27 October 2026, at the premises of the CCCI in Nicosia.

Organised in cooperation with the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in Cyprus and the Cyprus-China Business Association, the Forum brought together representatives of the business communities, local authorities and institutions of both countries, with the aim of exploring new opportunities for trade, investment and broader economic cooperation.

In his opening address, the Secretary General of the CCCI, Mr Philokypros Roussounides, highlighted the longstanding and friendly relations between Cyprus and China, founded on mutual respect and trust, as a solid basis for further expanding economic cooperation. He emphasised that the strategic partnership between the two countries provides a favourable framework that should be translated into concrete initiatives delivering tangible benefits for businesses and both economies.

Referring to the prospects for bilateral cooperation, Mr Roussounides noted that China, as one of the world’s leading economic powers and a major force in technology, innovation and manufacturing, offers significant growth opportunities for Cypriot businesses. At the same time, he highlighted Cyprus’ competitive advantages as a Member State of the European Union, pointing to its strategic geographical location, modern business environment, highly skilled workforce and well-established professional services sector, which make the country an attractive destination for Chinese investment and business activity.

Particular emphasis was placed on the importance of cooperation between local and regional authorities, institutions and business organisations, as well as the need to translate dialogue into meaningful and sustainable partnerships. In this context, Mr Roussounides referred to the agreement between Top Kinisis and Zhejiang Overseas (Ningbo) International Travel Service Co., Ltd. as a concrete example of the opportunities emerging for closer cooperation, particularly in the tourism sector.

Mr Roussounides reaffirmed the CCCI’s firm commitment to supporting the international outreach of Cypriot businesses, promoting bilateral trade and investment, and facilitating direct engagement between the business communities of the two countries.

The Forum also featured addresses by H.E. Mr Yang Yundong, Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China to Cyprus, and Mr Theo Parperis, President of the Cyprus-China Business Association. Representatives of the Chinese delegation also delivered remarks, including Mr Wang Rong, Director-General of the Standing Committee of the Yancheng Municipal People’s Congress, Mr Yan Xiaoping, Member of the Standing Committee of the CPC Dazhou Municipal Committee, and Mr Jiao Shuanglin, Deputy Director General of the Ningbo Foreign Affairs Office.

On behalf of the Ministry of Energy, Commerce and Industry, the Permanent Secretary, Mr. Kyriakos Iordanou, highlighted the importance of bilateral trade relations, Cyprus’ strategic position as a gateway to the European Union, and opportunities for new investments.

Ambassador Yang Yundong emphasised the importance of strengthening practical cooperation between the two countries, particularly through sister-city partnerships, tourism, innovation and emerging technologies, while highlighting Cyprus’ role as a bridge between China and the European Union. Mr Parperis referred to the growing significance of bilateral trade relations and the opportunities for business cooperation, leveraging Cyprus’ strategic geographical position. Representatives of the Chinese cities presented their respective development prospects, highlighting opportunities in renewable energy, electric mobility, digital innovation, manufacturing, agriculture, transport and logistics, as well as the importance of strengthening cooperation between local and regional authorities.

The Forum also included contributions from Mr Andreas Vyras, President of the Union of Cyprus Municipalities and Mayor of Larnaca, Mr Charalambos Prountzos, Mayor of Nicosia, Mr Marios Tannousis, CEO of Invest Cyprus, Mr Andreas, and Mr Marinos Kyriacou, Deputy Mayor of Amathounta.

In their interventions, the Cypriot representatives highlighted opportunities for further cooperation with China in sectors of mutual interest, including shipping, tourism, education, financial services, renewable energy and smart-city development. Particular emphasis was placed on knowledge exchange between local authorities, modern urban planning, innovation and Centres of Excellence, as well as cultural heritage preservation. The speakers also highlighted Cyprus’ competitive advantages as an attractive investment destination and the importance of developing meaningful partnerships between businesses, institutions and educational organisations in both countries.

An important part of the programme was the scheduled signing of a cooperation agreement between Top Kinisis and Zhejiang Overseas (Ningbo) International Travel Service Co., Ltd., in the tourism sector.

The Forum concluded with a series of targeted business-to-business (B2B) matchmaking meetings, providing Cypriot and Chinese companies with the opportunity to establish direct contacts and explore new prospects for trade and investment cooperation.

Through initiatives of this nature, the CCCI continues to support the internationalisation of the Cypriot business community and contribute to the further strengthening of economic relations between Cyprus and China.

Cyprus’ Minister of Energy, Commerce and Industry, Michael Damianos, called on Thursday for more investment in grids, storage and interconnections, while taking into account the different circumstances of member states, especially on electricity, as he arrived for the EU Energy Council in Luxembourg.

On his part, Greek Minister for Environment and Energy Stavros Papastavrou said that he would brief his counterparts ‘on the progress made on the Greece-Cyprus interconnection, as well as on the next steps.”

‘We are here to discuss the priorities of the EU today, security of supply, affordable electricity, competitiveness. It is very important that we are discussing grids, we need more investment in respect to storage, we need more investment in terms of interconnections, but we also need to take into consideration the different circumstances of member states, especially as far as electricity is concerned,’ Damianos said.

The Cypriot Minister added that in respect to climate, ‘we do have climate priorities, but let’s however be realistic on being able to reach those targets in the circumstances and with respect to every single state, at its own pace and difficulties around.’

Damianos stressed that ‘the energy transition should deliver tangible results for European people, energy security is not a luxury, affordable electricity is essential, let’s work together in solidarity that we are used to on the EU to deliver these results for our people.’

In his statements Papastavrou said that he would brief his counterparts ‘on the progress made on the Greece-Cyprus interconnection, as well as on the next steps.”

“A project of European strategic importance that is moving forward with planning and determination, always in accordance with the Law of the Sea. A project that will end Cyprus’ energy isolation,’ he added.

‘We must build an energy Union that includes all member states and delivers tangible benefits to all citizens,’ Papastavrou noted.

Energy and Housing Commissioner Dan Jørgensen warned of a tough winter. ‘On an average here, unfortunately, close to 50 million Europeans are not able to adequately heat their homes due to the high energy prices in Europe this year. Probably that number will be higher,’ he said.

He called on member states to do whatever they can ‘to transition away from fossils as fast as possible, meaning more renewables, meaning more energy efficiency. Electrification away from gas boilers, oil boilers.’

Acknowledging the temptation to subsidise fossil fuels directly, which may be necessary for vulnerable groups, he urged that this be done ‘in a targeted and temporary way.’

Comparing with the 2022 crisis, he noted that ‘we’re better situated at dealing with this crisis than we were in 22 because we have reduced our gas consumption. We use 18% less gas now than we did in ’22.’ He said that the EU used to get 45% of its gas from Russia and now sources it from different suppliers worldwide, but said this crisis is also worse because it involves oil and oil products. ‘We don’t expect a security of supply crisis, but… for the citizens affected that cannot afford to buy the petrol to put on their car or to heat their homes, that doesn’t really matter if the supply is there if they cannot afford it,’ he added.

Irish Minister for Transport and for Environment, Climate and Energy Darragh O’Brien, whose country holds the EU Council presidency, said the aim is to conclude the grids package and bring network charges back to the Council in December for a general approach.

On the pushback from many member states, particularly over ruling on tax matters by qualified majority, he said that Thursday’s meeting ‘is an opportunity for member states to articulate their positions. There are different positions on this, particularly on the taxation,’ adding that he expects ‘a compromise of some description.’

‘From a supply perspective… our reserves are robust, our supply is robust. And the big challenge for households and for businesses is cost,’ he said.

‘The EU and member states don’t have a magic wand to make the price increases go away,’ he pointed out, stressing the need to act on network charges, grids and electrification.

The participation rate in early childhood education in Cyprus among children aged from three years to the starting age of compulsory primary education stood at 89.2% in 2024, according to data published by Eurostat on Thursday.

The rate in Cyprus was below the EU average of 94.4%, as well as below the European target of 96% participation by 2030.

According to Eurostat, almost half of the children in EU regions for which data are available already live in areas where the 96% target has been achieved.

More specifically, of the 198 NUTS 2 regions for which data were available, 99 had already reached or exceeded the 96% participation level.

These regions were mainly located in Belgium, Denmark, Germany, Spain, France, Lithuania, Hungary, Poland, Portugal and Sweden, where more than half of the regions had reached the target. Luxembourg had also achieved the 96% rate.

For the first time, in 2024, cancer became the leading cause of death in Cyprus Minister of Health, Neophytos Charalambides, said on Thursday during the 76th session of the World Health Organisation’s Regional Committee for Europe, that takes place in Copenhagen.

According a press release issued by the Ministry of Health, in his intervention, the Minister noted that in 2024 cancer was the primary cause of death in Cyprus for the first time, accounting for 25.2% of all deaths, while cardiovascular diseases accounted for 22.8% and diabetes mellitus for 5.4%.

Furthermore, he presented Cyprus’s initiatives to enhance prevention and national strategies for diabetes, healthy nutrition, and physical activity as well as for cardiovascular diseases and the expansion of screening programs for various types of cancer.

The Minister also referred to the establishment of the National Cancer Institute in 2026, “a significant step toward better coordinating national efforts in prevention, early diagnosis, treatment, and patient care”.

Concluding, he stressed that Cyprus places great importance on international and regional cooperation aimed at reducing preventable deaths, increasing healthy life expectancy, and curbing health inequalities.

Cyprus Stock Exchange

The Cyprus Stock Exchange (CSE) All Share Index closed at today`s stock exchange meeting as follows:

MEETING DATE: 29/10/2026

INDICES BASE VALUES: FTSEMed=5000, OTH

EURO (pound )

TRADED VALUE:

661,487.46

INDEX

VALUE

% DIFF.

VALUE (pound )

FTSE/CySE 20

181.300

1.350

659,785.450

MAIN MARKET INDEX

240.100

1.540

571,222.660

INVESTMENT COMPANIES MARKET INDEX

2,588.430

-0.730

30,041.690

CSE GENERAL INDEX

308.570

1.340

661,186.610

HOTELS INDEX

1,936.660

-2.150

2,850.000

ALTERNATIVE MARKET INDEX

2,112.230

0.470

89,963.950

* The second column presents the percentage variation of the indices as compared to the last meeting.

A new de minimis aid scheme for Cypriot businesses to participate in five international trade fairs in the services sector, including technology, with a national pavilion organised by the Ministry of Commerce and Energy’ has been approved by the Cabinet.

According to a press release issued by the Ministry of Commerce, the maximum amount of de minimis aid per beneficiary and per exhibition may be up to pound 13,450 and covers the costs of renting the exhibition space, the costs of constructing and equipping the stand, the participation fee, and the costs of installing and consuming electricity and water, as well as the cost of interpreting services for the stand.

The exhibitions cover the sectors of technology and innovation, investment fund management, aircraft maintenance and shipping. Specifically, the exhibitions are the GITEX AI Serbia 2027, to be held on 25-27 May in Belgrade and focusing on artificial intelligence and innovation; FundForum International 2027, on 22-24 June in Monte Carlo, in the field of investment fund management, and GITEX Global 2027, scheduled for the fourth quarter of the year in Dubai and focusing on technology and innovation. Also MRO Europe 2027 exhibition is included, taking place on 19-21 October in Amsterdam, in the field of aircraft maintenance and repair, and Marintec China 2027, from 30 November to 3 December in Shanghai, in the field of shipping and maritime services.

As stated in the press release, “by organising the national pavilion at these exhibitions, on the one hand, Cyprus is promoted as a business hub in the sectors of technology, innovation, aircraft maintenance, investment fund management and shipping; and, on the other hand, it provides an opportunity for Cypriot service providers to showcase their services and capitalise on networking and business collaboration opportunities with both exhibitors and trade visitors.”

Legal entities (companies) operating in sectors relevant to the theme of the respective exhibition are eligible to apply for the Scheme. It should be noted that the maximum amount of de minimis aid per beneficiary and per exhibition (up to pound 13,450) covers, amongst other things, the costs of renting the exhibition space, the costs of constructing and equipping the stand, the participation fee, and the costs of installing and consuming electricity and water, as well as the cost of interpreting services for the stand.

As stated by the Ministry of Trade, those interested may refer to the information guide (www.gov.cy/media/2026/10/29102026_ypenergiasAitisisOdigos.pdf) for further details.

Applications may be submitted in person, by post via registered letter or by private courier by 27 November 2026.

Only 17.9% of secondary school students in Cyprus are enrolled in vocational education programmes, compared with an EU average of 52.4%, according to the latest European Commission figures, President of the Republic Nikos Christodoulides said in an address at the opening ceremony of the 9th National Skills Competition, SkillsCyprus 2026, on Thursday at the State Fair in Nicosia. The address was delivered on his behalf by Minister of Labour and Social Insurance Marinos Moushouttas.

President Christodoulides noted that Cyprus continues to record low participation rates in vocational education and training compared with other EU member states. He said that while the European Commission’s country-specific recommendations acknowledge Cyprus’ strong economic performance, they also highlight challenges in productivity, innovation and skills.

The Commission, he added, has called for measures to address labour shortages and improve job quality by increasing the participation of vulnerable groups in the labour market and making vocational education and training more accessible and attractive.

“Skills competitions are designed to contribute precisely to this effort,” the President said, stressing the importance of highlighting the career development opportunities offered by technical and vocational professions.

In this context, he referred to the establishment and subsequent expansion of the Technical Gymnasium, describing it as a milestone in Cyprus’ education system that responds to students’ interests and addresses a longstanding gap.

President Christodoulides also stressed the importance of developing digital, green and entrepreneurial skills to equip young people for the demands of the modern labour market.

On artificial intelligence, he noted that technical professions requiring practical work, judgement, adaptability and problem-solving are difficult to fully automate.

“Technology will transform many of these jobs, but it will also increase the need for people with modern technical skills who can make use of new tools,” he said, encouraging young people to consider vocational education and training as a career path with strong prospects.

Competition expands to 18 skill categories

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Deputy Director of the Cyprus Productivity Centre Nicos Philippou said this year’s competition features 18 skill categories, up from 12 in 2024.

He said visitors can take part in practical activities at around 20 “Try a Skill” stations, while presentations by professionals, scholarships and prizes are also part of the programme.

Philippou added that around 25 volunteers are supporting the event for the first time. He also recalled Cyprus’ bronze medal in the team entrepreneurship competition at EuroSkills 2025.

Three-day competition in Nicosia

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SkillsCyprus 2026 is taking place from October 29 to 31 at the State Fair in Nicosia. Organised by the Cyprus Productivity Centre, a department of the Ministry of Labour and Social Insurance, the competition aims to promote vocational education and encourage young people to pursue technical careers.

Successful participants will have the opportunity to join a preparation programme with a view to representing Cyprus at EuroSkills 2027, scheduled to take place in Dusseldorf, Germany, from September 22 to 26, 2027.

The competition is open to the public.

The Cyprus News Agency is among the event’s media sponsors.

Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides and Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas on Thursday stressed the need to establish conditions of security and stability in the region and achieve peace during their meeting at the Presidential Palace in Nicosia. Abbas referred to the ‘excellent relationship’ between the Republic of Cyprus and the Palestinian people, as well as the excellent relations Cyprus ‘rightly’ maintains with Israel, adding that Nicosia could play a role in mediating between the two sides on the basis of a political solution grounded in international law and United Nations Security Council resolutions.

‘The Republic of Cyprus is part of the solution to the problems in the region,’ President Christodoulides said as he welcomed the Palestinian President, adding that Nicosia was ‘at Palestine’s disposal to play any role that you consider necessary for the Republic of Cyprus to fulfil, in order to achieve our common goals.’

Speaking through an interpreter, Abbas said that, for many years, the Palestinian side had ‘extended our hands to the Israeli side in order to reach a settlement and achieve peace.’ He called on President Christodoulides to enable Cyprus, ‘as a neighbouring country’, to play a role in ensuring that peaceful discussions with Israel’s new government produced the desired positive results.

President Christodoulides welcomed Abbas to the Presidential Palace shortly before noon, after which the two leaders held a private meeting.

According to a statement issued by the Presidency, President Christodoulides said he was particularly pleased to welcome Abbas to Cyprus following his two visits to Palestine in 2023 and 2025.

‘Our relations have always been excellent,’ he said, noting that the Republic of Cyprus had recognised Palestine in 1988 and that Cyprus’ position on resolving the Palestinian issue was ‘clear’ and based on the agreed framework of United Nations resolutions.

At the same time, he said, ‘there are developments today that highlight both the importance we attach to our relations and our commitment to creating conditions of security and stability in our region.’

He said that most of the Republic of Cyprus’ humanitarian assistance was directed to Palestine, while that Palestine made use of the CYCLOPS centre in Larnaca to train Palestinians.

Palestine had also recently participated in a seminar at the aerial firefighting centre established by the Republic of Cyprus and the European Union in Paphos, he said.

‘Your visit comes at a very important juncture for our region. I look forward to our discussions and the exchange of views on how we can work together, always taking a positive approach, to create conditions of security and stability in the region,’ President Christodoulides told Abbas.

The Republic of Cyprus, he added, ‘is part of the solution to the problems in the region’ and was ‘constantly working with this positive approach’. ‘And, of course, we are also at Palestine’s disposal to play any role that you consider necessary for the Republic of Cyprus to fulfil, in order to achieve our common goals,’ he said.

For his part, Abbas thanked President Christodoulides for the invitation and the warm welcome in Nicosia.

He noted that Cyprus had recognised Palestine in 1988, ‘at a very early stage and without us even asking’, adding that this reflected the Republic of Cyprus’ clear support for the legitimate rights of the Palestinian people.

Abbas also expressed ‘warm thanks to the Republic of Cyprus for its humanitarian and political support for the Palestinian people and the Palestinian cause’.

‘We are concerned about the security of the region, including security with the Israelis. We do not want military tensions or conflicts, and we want the problem to be resolved based on Security Council resolutions and international law, for the benefit of the entire region,’ he said.

Abbas added that the Palestinian side had adopted a slogan it was not ashamed to proclaim openly: ‘We support peaceful popular resistance, which expresses the Palestinian people’s protest when their rights are violated.’

He said that, following their private meeting, the two leaders would have an opportunity to exchange views on the situation and ‘the severe hardships’ endured by Palestinians in the Gaza Strip, the West Bank and East Jerusalem, which, he said, was ‘the legitimate capital of the Palestinian state under international resolutions’.

‘For many years, we have extended our hands to the Israeli side in order to reach a settlement and achieve peace, not only between the Palestinian people and the Israelis, or between Palestine and Israel, but also between Israel and neighbouring Arab countries, for the benefit of the entire region and the world,’ Abbas said.

Referring to the recent Israeli elections, Abbas said the Palestinian side was awaiting the final results and the formation of the new political landscape. Once Israel’s new government had been formed, he said, Palestine would be ready to discuss peace with it.

He also said that Nicosia, could support Palestinians ‘given your good intentions and the fact that you are a neighbouring country with a friendly people’ by playing a role in ensuring that these peaceful discussions produce the desired positive results.

The two leaders later attended a working lunch with members of their respective delegations.

During the lunch, President Christodoulides reiterated that the Republic of Cyprus was ready to play ‘any role that you consider we can fulfil in promoting cooperation in our region.’

He said that, as the EU member state in the region, Cyprus conveyed the concerns of regional countries to Europe while also representing the EU in the region.

‘We cannot change geography, which is why we must all work together on the basis of a positive agenda and a positive approach to achieve our common goals,’ he added.

Abbas, speaking through an interpreter, said he felt at home in Cyprus because the Palestinian people felt not only a geographical closeness to the Cypriot people but also warmth and an existential, human bond with them.

He noted that there had recently been ‘major developments’ in Europe’s position on the Palestinian issue, citing Spain, France, Germany, Italy and the Netherlands as countries whose positions had become almost identical to that of Palestine.

‘This makes us particularly happy, because Europe as a whole can play an important role in resolving the issue and achieving peace in the region, as well as playing a role for the benefit of the countries of the region,’ he said.

Referring to the role Cyprus could play, Abbas said Nicosia could make a very important contribution.

‘I will not dwell on the excellent relationship between the Palestinian people, the Cypriot people and the Republic of Cyprus, but you also have excellent relations, rightly so, with Israel. Therefore, you can play a role in mediating between the two sides on the basis of a political solution grounded in international law and United Nations Security Council resolutions,’ he said.

Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides has called on Turkey and the Turkish Cypriot side to respond ‘meaningfully’ to requests for information held by the Turkish army and to grant access to possible burial sites, in a written statement marking Cyprus Missing Persons Day.

‘Today, we renew our promise that we will not come to terms with oblivion and will not accept inaction,’ President Christodoulides said, noting that the truth about every missing person ‘is an essential prerequisite for justice, reconciliation and lasting peace in our country’.

Today’s Missing Persons Day, he said, ‘is a day of remembrance and national responsibility’, as well as a day to honour all those who remain missing because of the 1974 Turkish invasion, along with those who went missing during the 1963-1964 period of intercommunal violence.

‘We stand in solidarity with their families, who have endured the anguish of uncertainty for decades and rightly expect answers about their loved ones,’ he said.

For the Republic of Cyprus, the issue of missing persons ‘is primarily a humanitarian matter, and our efforts will continue until the fate of every last missing person is established,’ he noted.

Within this framework, the President said, ‘we provide substantial support for the work of the Committee on Missing Persons (CMP), offering every form of institutional, technical and financial assistance’. At the same time, he added, efforts were being stepped up to collect, assess and make use of testimonies and archives, accelerate exhumations and identifications, and ensure that families were kept properly informed.

He also said that, at international level, the Government raises the issue of missing persons ‘as a matter of priority’, and that it is discussed at every meeting with the Turkish Cypriot leadership, Turkey, the United Nations, the European Union and the international community.

‘Our position is clear and specific: full and unconditional access to the archives of the Turkish army and every other competent service, the disclosure of all information concerning burial sites, the movement of remains and military operations, the facilitation of investigations and exhumations in military zones and other areas where access is currently restricted, and meaningful cooperation with the CMP and the relevant international organisations,’ President Christodoulides stressed.

At the same time, he said, support for the families of missing persons ‘remains an ongoing obligation’. He added that the state would continue to address with care and consistency the social, financial and other challenges they face, through targeted policies and ongoing dialogue with their organisations.

It was within this framework, he noted, that the Council of Ministers had decided to provide care for the parents and spouses of missing persons and fallen servicemen without applying financial criteria.

‘On this occasion, I once again call on Turkey and the Turkish Cypriot side to respond meaningfully to requests for information held by the Turkish army and to grant access to possible burial sites,’ he said.

Until substantiated answers are provided for everyone, efforts will continue unabated, he added.

‘We owe it to the children and to the parents and relatives of missing persons who are still alive. Above all, however, we owe it to the mothers and fathers who passed away carrying the pain of their children’s absence,’ he concluded.

Cyprus has been divided since 1974, when Turkish troops invaded and occupied 37% of its territory. Since then, the fate of hundreds of people remains unknown.

A Committee on Missing Persons has been established, upon agreement between the leaders of the two communities, with the scope of exhuming, identifying and returning to their relatives the remains of 492 Turkish Cypriots and 1,510 Greek Cypriots, who went missing during the inter-communal fighting of 1963-1964 and in 1974.

According to statistical data published on the CMP website by September 30, 2026 out of 2002 missing persons 1,721 were exhumed and 1,085 were identified. Out of 1,510 Greek Cypriot missing persons 765 were identified and 745 are still missing. Out of 492 Turkish Cypriot missing persons 320 were identified and 172 are still missing.

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