Cyprus’ tax reform is now a reality. The rules have changed, the framework has been modernised and the country has aligned itself with the new global tax environment. As with every major reform, however, the most important question comes afterwards: is this enough to make Cyprus more competitive, more attractive and more convincing in the eyes of international investors?
This is precisely the question addressed by the panel discussion “Cyprus’ Competitive Position After the Reform: Investment, Policy and the Road Ahead”, taking place at the 9th Cyprus International Tax Conference – Cyprus Tax Reform 2026: Implementation, Impact & Positioning in a Changing Global Tax Landscape. The discussion has a clearly strategic and forward-looking focus, shifting attention from “what has changed” to “what comes next”.
Rather than engaging in technical detail or focusing solely on tax rates and legislation, the panel looks at the substance of competitiveness. How do international markets view Cyprus today? What signals does the new tax framework send to foreign investors? And does the reform act as a catalyst for investment—or simply as another necessary adjustment to a changing global environment?
Bringing together voices from across the real economy and the investment ecosystem, the discussion reflects the reality that tax policy is only one part of the picture. The perspective of technology and innovation highlights how taxation interacts with broader factors such as talent attraction, quality of life, regulatory efficiency and long-term stability. For international companies, tax matters—but never in isolation.
At the same time, the broader business community perspective raises fundamental questions about Cyprus’ overall attractiveness as a place to invest, operate and grow. How well does tax reform align with regulatory certainty, administrative efficiency and the predictability that businesses and investors increasingly demand?
The discussion also captures the pulse of employers and industry, examining how the new environment is influencing investment decisions, productivity and expansion plans. In an increasingly competitive international landscape, the panel explores what additional reforms and policy initiatives may be required to ensure Cyprus does not lose momentum.
Key sectors of the economy—including technology, financial services, shipping, real estate and professional services—are examined through the lens of competitiveness. Is the new framework flexible enough to meet the different needs of each sector? Is Cyprus positioned to attract high-quality, long-term investment? And what further steps are needed to strengthen investor confidence in international markets?
At a time when investors compare countries not simply on tax regimes but on entire ecosystems, this panel acts as a strategic compass. It does not promise easy answers, but it offers something far more valuable: a realistic assessment, an honest discussion and a clear view of the road ahead.
For business leaders, investors, senior executives and policymakers with a stake in Cyprus’ economic future, this discussion represents one of the most important moments of the conference. Because ultimately, the success of the tax reform will not be judged on paper—but on whether Cyprus can turn change into a sustainable competitive advantage.
Information
Sponsor:
SHAI (CY) LTD
Supporters:
Baker Tilly South East Europe, Deloitte, EY Cyprus, KPMG, PwC Cyprus, STI Taxand, The Marshall Islands Corporate Registry
With the support of:
Association of Cyprus Banks, Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE), Cyprus Bar Association, CFA Society Cyprus, Cyprus Integrity Forum (CIF), Cyprus Fiduciary Association (CYFA), Cyprus Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA Cyprus), Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Cyprus (ICPAC)
Organiser:
IMH
For more information and registrations, contact IMH:
Telephone: 22505555
Email: events@imhbusiness.com
