Cypriot tech firms to showcase at GITEX Global 2024 in Dubai

The Cyprus Information Technology Enterprises Association (CITEA) announced that it has signed a cooperation agreement with the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC), paving the way for Cypriot IT companies to participate in the prestigious GITEX technology exhibition, held annually in Dubai.

The agreement marks a significant step forward for Cyprus’ growing tech sector, with CITEA now acting as the official representative of DWTC in Cyprus for both the GITEX Global 2024 and Global DevSlam 2024 exhibitions, which are scheduled to take place from 14 until 18 October. The partnership is expected to extend into 2025.

GITEX is widely recognised as the world’s largest technology exhibition, drawing over 6,000 exhibitors from 180 countries each year.

This year is expected to attract more than 187,000 visitors, positioning it as a global platform where leading scientists, innovators, and companies showcase cutting-edge advancements in technology, entrepreneurship, and innovation.

In addition to this partnership, CITEA has been collaborating closely with the Ministry of Energy, Commerce, and Industry, as well as the Cyprus Trade Centre (CTC) in Dubai, who will be providing financial support to the participating Cypriot companies, covering between 50% and 85% of their participation costs.

This will be the third year in a row that Cyprus participates with its own both, with this year’s being the country’s biggest ever what with the growing number of Cypriot businesses joining the event.

“This partnership is an important milestone for CITEA and our members,” CITEA President Demetris Nisiotis said. “We are very pleased to be able to help Cypriot companies gain global visibility and claim their deserved place in the global marketplace,” he concluded.