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🌐 Substantive #IMEC dialogue bringing together key stakeholders from diplomacy, policy & industry.
🫱🏼🫲🏽@ctctlv contributed to planning & led a fireside chat with Shaul Zemach, CEO of Energean #Israel, on #EastMed energy dynamics, ⚡️#energysecurity, regional integration & IMEC opps
The Embassy of the Republic of Cyprus in Israel was honoured to co-host, together with Startup Nation Central, a high-level dialogue on the India–Middle East–Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC), bringing together diplomats, policymakers, energy leaders, investors and industry experts to explore the future of regional connectivity.
Opening the discussion, H.E. Ambassador Kornelios S. Korneliou highlighted Cyprus’ strategic role as a trusted bridge between Europe and the wider region, underscoring the importance of IMEC in strengthening regional connectivity, energy security and sustainable economic growth through meaningful partnerships.
We extend our sincere appreciation to H.E. Ambassador J.P. Singh of India for his valuable contribution and continued commitment to advancing Indo-Mediterranean cooperation. Ambassadors of Cyprus and India subsequently participated in a panel discussion moderated by Dr. Oshrit Birvadker, alongside former National Security Advisor Eyal Hulata, offering valuable perspectives on the strategic significance and future potential of IMEC. The discussions continued with an engaging exchange featuring Mr. John Michele, Energy Attaché at the U.S. Embassy, and Mr. Shaul Zemach, CEO of Energean Israel, who shared their insights on the corridor’s energy dimension and the opportunities it presents for regional cooperation.
We also warmly thank all our distinguished speakers and participants for their insightful interventions, which led to a dynamic and thought-provoking exchange of ideas on the opportunities and challenges surrounding IMEC.
Finally, our heartfelt thanks go to our partner Startup Nation Central for the excellent cooperation and to everyone who joined us, making this inspiring evening a truly exceptional full-house event. The lively discussions reaffirmed the shared commitment to transforming the vision of regional connectivity into tangible opportunities for prosperity, innovation and long-term cooperation.
#Cyprus #IMEC #RegionalConnectivity #EnergySecurity #Diplomacy
@ctctlv key points📰🔍
🔸️AI sovereignty requires partnerships: smaller countries cannot achieve it alone; regional coop is key 🇨🇾🇪🇺🇮🇱
🔸️Leverage complementary strengths across ecosystems
🔸️Reduce regulatory friction across borders
🔸️Scale AI responsibly for broader impact
Israel, Cyprus and the EU join forces to tame the “Wild West” of AI
Their joint vision centers on harnessing the AI revolution to propel regional prosperity, while establishing the ethics that will ensure its responsible use into the future.
calcalistech.com/ctechnews/a…
Attended the 2026 Herzliya Conference at @ReichmanUni , #Israel's renowned annual global policy forum.
A valuable opportunity to hear from leaders across government, business & academia on security, defence, geopolitics, public policy, innovation, the economy and more.
Pleased to join #Microsoft AI Tour in Tel Aviv, highlighting AI innovation and practical applications.
On the margins, met with @Israel_Cyber colleagues to discuss ongoing cooperation & progress on the Joint Maritime #Cybersecurity Center of Excellence in #Cyprus ⚓️🇨🇾🇬🇷🇮🇱
Back in JLM for MIXiii, reconnecting with partners & collaborators and exploring trends in the #LifeSciences & HealthTech ecosystem. Great sessions on new data capabilities for researchers & corporates and evolving investment landscapes. Growing opps for #Cyprus–#Israel coop🇨🇾🇮🇱
Proud to accompany a Cypriot delegation at MUNIEXPO 2026, bringing together municipal leaders, innovators & decision-makers to explore the future of cities & stronger partnerships. Also, joined sessions feat. President Herzog, PM Netanyahu, and FM Sa’ar 🇨🇾🤝🏽🇮🇱
A pleasure joining forces with a dream team of partners to co-organize this timely event, and an honour to moderate a panel discussion on the evolving AI landscape, investment trends, trust and responsible AI & opportunities for stronger 🇪🇺🇮🇱 cooperation, with an emphasis on 🇨🇾
Responsible AI, trusted partnerships and shared prosperity took centre stage in Tel Aviv.
The Embassy of the Republic of Cyprus in Israel was pleased to co-organise, together with the EU Delegation to Israel, Microsoft Israel, Generative AI for Good and EIT Hub Israel, the event “AI for Responsible Innovation and Shared Prosperity: The Regional Innovation Bridge”, held at Microsoft Reactor Tel Aviv.
The event brought together diplomats, technology leaders, investors, startups and human rights experts to discuss AI accountability, cyber resilience and human-centred technology as foundations for trusted cooperation between Cyprus, Europe and Israel.
Ambassador Kornelios S. Korneliou highlighted Cyprus’ role as a strategic, EU-regulated technology bridge connecting Europe, Israel, the Middle East and beyond, offering innovative companies a secure gateway to the European market.
Warm thanks to all partners, speakers and participants for an inspiring discussion on how responsible innovation can create meaningful impact, protect human values and support sustainable growth.
#CyprusInIsrael #ResponsibleAI #Innovation #EU #SharedProsperity
Visit to @leketisrael coordinated by the Ambassadors' Club of Israel. Leket, the National Food Bank, is Israel's leading food rescue organization, rescuing healthy surplus food and delivering it, through a network of nonprofit partners, to >470,000 people per week across 🇮🇱
"The Samson International Smart Mobility Summit 2026🇮🇱" - From AI, autonomous vehicles, and urban air mobility to cybersecurity, smart cities, and sustainable mobility, the summit is a premier platform for collaboration, innovation & global business opportunities🌍🏎️🚁🤖
A pleasure to speak at “Unlocking Opportunities of Doing Business with #Israel”, sharing perspectives from the #Cyprus ecosystem and discussing #innovation, #investment, market entry and cross-border collaboration with an outstanding panel 🇨🇾🇮🇱🇸🇬🇬🇧
Cyprus Embassy Trade Center - Tel Aviv retweeted
Israel, Cyprus and the EU join forces to tame the “Wild West” of AI
Their joint vision centers on harnessing the AI revolution to propel regional prosperity, while establishing the ethics that will ensure its responsible use into the future.
calcalistech.com/ctechnews/a…
Cyprus Embassy Trade Center - Tel Aviv retweeted
Responsible AI, trusted partnerships and shared prosperity took centre stage in Tel Aviv.
The Embassy of the Republic of Cyprus in Israel was pleased to co-organise, together with the EU Delegation to Israel, Microsoft Israel, Generative AI for Good and EIT Hub Israel, the event “AI for Responsible Innovation and Shared Prosperity: The Regional Innovation Bridge”, held at Microsoft Reactor Tel Aviv.
The event brought together diplomats, technology leaders, investors, startups and human rights experts to discuss AI accountability, cyber resilience and human-centred technology as foundations for trusted cooperation between Cyprus, Europe and Israel.
Ambassador Kornelios S. Korneliou highlighted Cyprus’ role as a strategic, EU-regulated technology bridge connecting Europe, Israel, the Middle East and beyond, offering innovative companies a secure gateway to the European market.
Warm thanks to all partners, speakers and participants for an inspiring discussion on how responsible innovation can create meaningful impact, protect human values and support sustainable growth.
#CyprusInIsrael #ResponsibleAI #Innovation #EU #SharedProsperity
Cyprus Embassy Trade Center - Tel Aviv retweeted
How AI can be developed and used responsibly? We brought together leaders from diplomacy, tech & social impact to explore cross-border partnerships, investment channels and human-centered technologies that can scale globally while addressing social, economic & security challenges
Honoured to have taken part in the @cyprusdiaspora Forum, connecting with leaders & our global community to discuss how diplomacy, international relations, and stronger diaspora engagement can help support Cyprus' economic growth, innovation & international influence 🌍🇨🇾
We are honoured to welcome Head, Cyprus Trade Centre at the Embassy of the Republic of Cyprus to the State of Israel, Sofronis Papageorgiou, as a speaker at the Cyprus Diaspora Forum, taking place in Limassol, Cyprus, from 6–9 May.
Reserve your place: cyprusdiasporaforum.com/tick…
#Israel, #Greece, and #Cyprus Launch Joint Maritime Cybersecurity Center of Excellence (MarCCE) in Nicosia 🇮🇱 🇬🇷 🇨🇾
🔗gov.il/en/pages/mcce260226
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Στο πλαίσιο του Cybertech Global Tel Aviv 2026 πραγματοποιήθηκε και η τελευταία συμμετοχή του Επιτρόπου Επικοινωνιών κ. @MichaelidesGe , στο invitation-only roundtable “Maritime Cybersecurity Innovation – International Best Practices”.
Κατά τη συζήτηση, παρουσιάστηκαν διεθνείς βέλτιστες πρακτικές για την ενίσχυση της κυβερνοανθεκτικότητας στη ναυτιλία, καθώς και ευκαιρίες διασυνοριακής συνεργασίας και κοινών καινοτόμων έργων, με στόχο την ανταλλαγή πληροφοριών μεταξύ δημόσιου, ιδιωτικού και ακαδημαϊκού τομέα, την ενίσχυση της συνεργασίας δημόσιου και ιδιωτικού τομέα και την ανάπτυξη ικανοτήτων στον ναυτιλιακό κυβερνοχώρο.
Ο Επίτροπος Επικοινωνιών παρουσίασε το όραμα του Γραφείου του Επιτρόπου Επικοινωνιών για τη δημιουργία του MCEE, όπως αυτό ανακοινώθηκε από τον Πρόεδρο της Δημοκρατίας κ. @Christodulides κατά την τριμερή συνάντηση τον Δεκέμβριο
Επιπρόσθετα ο Επίτροπος ανέλυσε τους τέσσερις βασικούς πυλώνες του Maritime Cybersecurity Center of Excellence (MCEE): Threat Intelligence & Maritime Regional Security Operations Center, Training Center & Capacity Building, Guidance, Policies & Regulatory Framework και Innovation & Research.
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As part of Cybertech Global Tel Aviv 2026, Commissioner of Communications Mr George Michaelides concluded his participation with the invitation-only roundtable “Maritime Cybersecurity Innovation – International Best Practices”.
The discussion focused on international best practices for strengthening maritime cyber resilience, as well as opportunities for cross-border cooperation and joint innovation initiatives, aiming to enable information sharing between the public, private and academic sectors, strengthen public–private cooperation, and build capacity across the maritime cyber ecosystem.
During his presentation the Commissioner of Communications presented the vision of the Office of the Commissioner of Communications for the establishment of the MCEE, as announced by President Nikos Christodoulides during the trilateral meeting in December.
In addition he outlined the four core pillars of the Maritime Cybersecurity Center of Excellence (MCEE): Threat Intelligence & Maritime Regional Security Operations Center, Training Center & Capacity Building, Guidance, Policies & Regulatory Framework, and Innovation & Research.
