Cyprus 2017
Economy
Doing business at the corner of 3 continents
Back from the brink, a fully recovered Cyprus has emerged as a significant business node at the crossroads of Europe, Asia and Africa.
Economy
“The energy sector is going to be a massive opportunity for China”
Natasa Pilides
Director General of the Cyprus Investment Promotion Agency
Finance
“The market is beginning to recognize us as a bank that is looking to lend”
Marios Savvides
Deputy CEO of Astro Bank
Economy
Investor influx shaking up Cyprus
Foreign capital is taking stock in Cyprus, stimulating a return in confidence.
Real Estate & Construction
New luxury properties add to investment allure
Limassol, Cyprus’ de facto commercial hub, is providing next-generation luxury property options for investors big and small.
Business Services
Tax exemption on worldwide income reinforces Cyprus as regional base for professional services
An increasingly favorable tax regime that has broadened eligibility for exemptions is improving the investment appeal of Cyprus.
Finance
“Bank of Cyprus has had 10 consecutive quarters of growth”
John Hourican
CEO of Bank of Cyprus
Transport
“Cyprus has been re-established as one of the world’s leading ship-management centers”
Marios Demetriades
Minister of Transport
Logistics
“Cyprus can easily become a regional distribution center for Chinese products”
Phidias K. Pilides
President of the Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry
Business Services
“Investors are utilizing Cyprus to establish corporate vehicles for regional business”
Pambos Ioannides
Co-founding Partner and Managing Director of Ioannides Demetrious LLC