Cyprus has historically attracted significant foreign investment due to its strategic geographical position, business environment, and international outlook. In recent years, however, global economic developments and increasing concerns regarding housing affordability and foreign ownership have intensified discussions surrounding the regulation of foreign…

Employee share schemes are becoming an increasingly attractive tool for companies seeking to recruit, motivate and retain talented employees while promoting long-term business growth. By offering employees the opportunity to acquire shares or benefit from an increase in the company’s value, these…

Protecting the financial sector and preventing money laundering and the financing of terrorism are key priorities for both the European Union and the international community. Obliged entities are businesses and organizations involved in financial transactions and are subject to the obligations of…

International trade inevitably operates in an environment of risk. While businesses anticipate ordinary commercial risks, geopolitical developments can create sudden disruptions that are beyond the control of contracting parties. Cyprus, as a regional commercial centre located in close proximity to the Middle…

New Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) Screening Framework in Cyprus: What You Need to Know Cyprus has adopted a new legal framework regulating certain foreign direct investments (FDIs), aimed at safeguarding national security and public order while maintaining openness to international capital. The…