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The Minister of Energy, Trade and Industry, Mr. George Papanastasiou, as the head of a business delegation from Cyprus, was the keynote speaker at the highly successful Cyprus-Japan Business Forum, which was co-organized in Tokyo by the Ministry, the Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry and the Republic of Cyprus Trade Centre in Tokyo.
During the proceedings of the Forum, which was attended by over 120 participants from Japan, including government officials, businessmen, representatives of research centres and journalists, Mr. Papanastasiou had the opportunity to present the competitive advantages of our country as an international business destination.
Among other things, the Minister referred to Cyprus' new strategy for attracting international businesses and qualified personnel, as well as to the operation of the Company Facilitation Unit, which is the "Contact Point" for businesses wishing to operate or expand their activities on our island. At the same time, he highlighted the excellent prospects that currently exist in Cyprus, in specific sectors, in terms of developing activities and strengthening partnerships with Japan.
The technology strategy and the maturity of the research and innovation ecosystem was analysed by the Chief Scientist of the Republic of Cyprus for Research, Innovation and Technology, Mr. Dimitris Skourides, who is also taking part in the business mission. He further highlighted the role of Cyprus as a destination for technology and innovation, as well as the importance of modernising the technological infrastructure, artificial intelligence and cyber security, calling on Japanese companies to use Cyprus for access to Europe.
At the same time, Cyprus as a leading ship registry and international shipping centre was highlighted by an official of the Deputy Ministry of Shipping who participated in the business mission.
During the Forum, Cypriot technology and shipping companies participated in technology and shipping panels, highlighting their technological solutions in biotechnology, space and maritime security, as well as their know-how, expertise in ship management and the uniqueness that Cyprus has in offering technologically advanced solutions, penetrating the single market.
In addition, Mr. Papanastasiou, following a question from the technology panel, presented the Ministry's energy strategy, with specific references to the natural gas discoveries in the Exclusive Economic Zone of the Republic of Cyprus and the electrical interconnection between Israel, Cyprus and Crete.
The forum is part of the YEEB's efforts to strengthen the extroversion of Cypriot service companies and to further develop Cyprus' bilateral economic and business relations.
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