The 20 October summit will present Cyprus as a European base for Israeli companies and investors, focusing on technology, headquartering, financial services, property and cross-border investment.
The 8th Cyprus–Israel Business & Investment Summit will take place on 20 October 2026 at the Hilton Tel Aviv, bringing together policymakers, investors, business leaders and professional advisers from Cyprus and Israel.
The English-language summit aims to strengthen commercial relations between the two countries and present the opportunities available to Israeli companies, entrepreneurs, executives and investors considering Cyprus as a base for European and regional operations.
The programme moves beyond a general introduction to Cyprus and will provide practical information on establishing, relocating, investing and operating on the island under its evolving tax and regulatory environment.
Cyprus as a European Business and Investment Hub
The opening session will examine the Cyprus economy, the country’s investment climate and the strategic priorities established under Cyprus Vision 2035.
Cyprus has developed from a traditional international business centre into a location increasingly selected for operational headquarters, technology companies, investment structures, regional management functions and research activities.
For Israeli businesses, Cyprus offers geographical proximity, EU membership, an English-speaking professional-services sector and access to the European market.
The summit will consider how these advantages can support companies seeking regulatory certainty, international connectivity and a stable base from which to manage regional or global activities.
Technology, Start-ups and Innovation
Technology and innovation will form an important part of the agenda.
Speakers will examine the growth of Cyprus’s ICT sector, the country’s research and development ecosystem and opportunities across start-ups, gaming and other technology-led industries.
The programme will also cover Cyprus’s intellectual-property framework and incentives available to qualifying technology and innovation companies.
Israel’s established technology and entrepreneurial ecosystem creates significant potential for collaboration with Cyprus in areas including artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, fintech, digital services, research and high-value intellectual property.
Corporate Relocation and Headquartering
A dedicated session will explore the practical considerations involved in establishing a business presence in Cyprus.
Topics will include:
- Company establishment and foreign direct investment
- Corporate relocation and headquartering
- Cyprus corporate taxation
- The legal framework for international companies
- Employment and corporate substance requirements
- Migration arrangements for employees and their families
The programme will also address the tax and legal considerations relevant to business owners, shareholders, high-net-worth individuals and their families.
These will include Cyprus’s non-domicile framework, capital gains and inheritance considerations, income repatriation, international trusts, estate planning and wealth preservation.
Tax incentives available to qualifying employees and internationally mobile professionals are also expected to feature.
Financial Services and Investment
The summit will provide an overview of Cyprus’s financial-services ecosystem and its role as a gateway to the European Union.
Sessions will cover the Cypriot banking sector and the process of establishing relationships with local banking institutions.
The programme will also examine:
- Electronic money institutions and payment institutions
- Investment firms and private-client services
- Fintech, blockchain and digital finance
- Wealth and asset management
- Investment funds and fund administration
- Investor protection
These areas are particularly relevant to Israeli fintech companies, investment businesses, family offices, fund managers and technology providers seeking access to the European market.
Property and Real-Estate Opportunities
Cyprus’s property market will form another major part of the programme.
The summit will examine residential, commercial and office-property opportunities, together with expected investment returns and market conditions across Limassol, Larnaca, Paphos and Nicosia.
George Chrysochos, Executive Director of CYFIELD, and Kosta Soteriou, Chief Executive Officer of DOMO, are among the speakers currently listed for the real-estate session.
Confirmed Speakers
The confirmed speaker line-up currently includes:
- Marios Tannousis, CEO of Invest Cyprus
- Kornelios S. Korneliou, Ambassador of the Republic of Cyprus to the State of Israel
- George Chrysochos, Executive Director of CYFIELD
- Kosta Soteriou, Chief Executive Officer of DOMO
Additional speakers and participating organisations may be announced as the event approaches.
Connecting the Cyprus and Israel Business Communities
The summit is intended for Israeli businesspeople, investors and professionals interested in establishing or expanding their presence in Cyprus.
The target audience includes executives from technology, fintech and research organisations, family offices, private-equity and venture-capital firms, fund and asset managers, banks, financial institutions, legal and tax advisers, start-ups and corporate decision-makers.
The event will also highlight examples of Israeli companies already operating in Cyprus, offering practical insight into the country’s role as a base for international business.
By bringing the two business communities together, the summit aims to support new partnerships, facilitate cross-border investment and strengthen Cyprus’s position as a European gateway for Israeli companies.
Event Details
Date: 20 October 2026
Venue: Hilton Tel Aviv, Israel
Language: English
Registration: Available through the official event website
Source: Official Cyprus–Israel Business & Investment Summit website