In a world characterised by constant geopolitical changes, member states are called upon to develop strategies that will allow them to adapt effectively to new challenges.
Proper risk management, strengthening multinational cooperation and leveraging technological innovation are crucial factors for ensuring the security, stability and long-term development of states.
Through these strategies, countries can protect their interests, enhance regional stability, and ensure that new technologies are harnessed to bolster defence and security.
Leading experts and analysts were hosted in the 'Security & Defence' session within the framework of the 16th Limassol Economic Forum on 24 October. There, important personalities discussed the greatest security and defence challenges of the modern era.
Anthony Miller, Deputy Director, EU and Geopolitics Department for Business and Trade (DBT), UK, analysed how geopolitical upheavals, trade tensions and energy dependencies are shaping the global economy and how states and businesses can adapt to an environment of constant uncertainty.
Three experts participated in a panel discussion moderated by journalist Yousef Gamal El-Din (main picture).
Jamie Shea, Senior Fellow, Friends of Europe, Brussels, Belgium, spoke about the sustainability of NATO, the need for enhanced European autonomy in security, and how multinational cooperation can improve the defence and technological development of member states.
Dr. Georgios Kolliarakis, Coordinator, European Union P2P Export Control Program for Dual Use Goods, focused on the importance of research and innovation in European defence, underlining the need to protect dual-use technologies and prevent malicious foreign interference.
Giuseppe Spatafora , Research analyst for transatlantic and EU-NATO relations, European Union Institute for Security Studies (EUISS), presented the role of the EU as a security and defence actor, the challenges that remain and the importance of support to Ukraine in strengthening regional stability.
- Platinum Partners: Bank of Cyprus, Deloitte Cyprus, Elias Neocleous & Co LLC
- In collaboration with: Cyprus LSE Alumni Association
- Technology Partner: ASBIS
- Supporters: Limassol Chamber of Commerce & Industry, Cyprus Shipping Chamber, Invest Cyprus, National Betting Authority
- Media Sponsors: Alpha Cyprus, Cyprus Business News (CBN), GOLD magazine
- Organisers: IMH and IN Business magazine
(Source: InBusinessNews)
