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6/12/25, 5:02 PM Investopia Global Launches New Economy Talks In Cyprus To Boost Uaemediterranean Investment Partnerships

In the presence of H.E. Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy and Chairman of Investopia, Investopia launched
the inaugural edition of its Global Talks series, Investopia Global – Mediterranean, in Cyprus. This new edition aims to
strengthen investment partnerships between the UAE and Mediterranean countries across key sectors of the new
economy, including tourism, entrepreneurship, innovation, clean energy, renewable energy, transport, and logistics. It also
provides a platform for exchanging insights and perspectives on global trends in financing tools, with a focus on
sustainable and innovative finance solutions, including fintech.

Held in collaboration with IMH, the event welcomed the participation of over 300 attendees, including ministers,
government officials, private sector representatives, investors, entrepreneurs, and decision-makers from the UAE,
Lebanon, Cyprus, Greece, and across Europe. Prominent participants included H.E. Giorgos Papanastasiou, Cyprus
Minister of Energy, Commerce and Industry; H.E. Kostas Koumis, Cyprus Deputy Minister of Tourism; H.E. Olga
Kefalogianni, Greek Minister of Tourism; H.E. Laura Lahoud, Lebanon's Minister of Tourism; H.E. Mohammed Al Hawi,
Undersecretary of the UAE Ministry of Investment; Stavros Stavrou, President of the Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and
Industry; Philokypros Roussounides, Secretary General of the Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry; and Thanos
Michaelides, CEO of Thanos Hotels & Resorts.

H.E. Bin Touq affirmed that the UAE and Cyprus share strategic relations and a strong economic partnership across all
areas of mutual interest. These bilateral ties are supported by the wise leadership of both nations and guided by a shared
vision to expand cooperation and partnership across various sectors, advancing prosperity and wellbeing for their peoples.

1,850 Cypriot companies operating in the UAE:

H.E. said:“Economic cooperation between the UAE and Cyprus continues to grow steadily. Today, UAE markets are home
to approximately 1,850 Cypriot companies operating across a wide range of sectors. Cyprus also serves as a vital
economic gateway for the expansion of Emirati companies into key European markets, thanks to its strategic location. We
look forward to deepening collaboration with our partners in the Cypriot government and private sector through new
projects in sectors such as the new economy, energy, education, transport and logistics, and technology.” H.E. further
noted that holding Investopia Global – Mediterranean in Cyprus reflects the strength and depth of the economic partnership
between the two friendly nations.

New platform enhancing economic cooperation between the UAE and Mediterranean countries:

During his participation in a session titled“Bridging Prosperity: Unlocking GCC–Eastern Mediterranean Synergies,” H.E. Bin
Touq stated:“Today marks the launch of the first milestone of Investopia Global in Cyprus, through which we aim to build a
new bridge of fruitful economic and investment cooperation between the UAE and the Mediterranean region. The UAE
views this region as a strategic economic partner, and we believe that fostering GCC–Mediterranean economic synergy
presents a vital opportunity to establish a resilient, diversified, and innovation-driven economic model – one that supports
comprehensive development at both regional and global levels.”

He added:“Through the diverse sessions of this edition of Investopia Global Talks, we aim to chart new avenues of
collaboration between the public and private sectors across sustainable fields, including renewable energy, digital
transformation, artificial intelligence (AI), infrastructure, innovation, technology, tourism, culture, education, and scientific
research. These efforts are designed to drive sustainable economic growth across both regions.”

Six panel sessions at Investopia Global – Mediterranean 2025

Discussions explored the strategic geographic positioning of the GCC and Mediterranean countries in fostering joint
economic relations and unlocking new avenues for growth amid ongoing global economic shifts. The sessions highlighted
opportunities to establish strategic partnerships across key sectors, including energy, trade, infrastructure, tourism, and
innovation. They also reviewed emerging investment prospects linking the UAE with Mediterranean markets, emphasizing
the region's growing significance as a strategic financial and trade hub that facilitates cross-border investment.
Finance solutions

Participants also examined national strategies and progressive regulatory frameworks designed to attract private capital,
alongside the UAE's pivotal role in developing seaports and maritime infrastructure to enhance regional trade and logistics.
Further discussions addressed global investment trends, rising government expenditure on infrastructure, technology, and
clean energy, as well as evolving tourism policies aimed at supporting economic diversification. The sessions underscored
tourism's vital role in fostering cultural understanding and social cohesion, and emphasized regional efforts to strengthen

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