Cyprus: Corporate/Commercial Law

The use of nominee directors remains common in Cyprus corporate structures, particularly in international business, holding company and asset holding arrangements.

Cyprus continues to strengthen its position as a reputable and strategically attractive international business hub in today's increasingly regulated global environment.

In today’s knowledge-based economy, confidential business information represents one of the most valuable assets of any enterprise. Recognizing the importance of protecting such information, the Cypriot legislator enacted the Protection of Undisclosed Know-How and Business Information (Trade Secrets) from Unlawful Acquisition, Use and Disclosure Law of 2020 (Law 164(I)/2020), which transposed Directive (EU) 2016/943 into domestic law (the “Law”).

What ultimately determines whether a compliance programme succeeds or fails? Most professionals would point to effective controls, robust governance, adequate resources, regulatory expertise, or technological sophistication. All of these are important.

Cyprus companies are frequently used in international business structures, holding arrangements and cross-border investments. In this context, nominee shareholder arrangements remain a familiar and legitimate feature...

The EU's Pay Transparency Directive (2023/970) requires equal pay for equal work and work of equal value, assessed through four factors...

During 2025, the Cyprus Government undertook a comprehensive review of the country's tax framework, with reforms approved on 22 December 2025 and effective from 1 January 2026.

The recognition of Cyprus with the Best Global Climb Award Among EU Countries in the 3rd Edition of the StartupBlink Startup Ecosystem Awards, marking the largest improvement among all EU member states isn't just a symbolic win; it reflects genuine transformation.

Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs) are emerging in the rapidly evolving world of global finance.

What ultimately determines whether a compliance programme succeeds or fails? Most professionals would point to effective controls, robust governance, adequate resources, regulatory expertise, or technological sophistication. All of these are important.

Cyprus companies are frequently used in international business structures, holding arrangements and cross-border investments. In this context, nominee shareholder arrangements remain a familiar and legitimate feature...

Elias Neocleous, Managing Partner of Elias Neocleous & Co LLC, discusses the firm's strategic vision for 2026 in a Forbes interview, focusing on innovation through AI-driven legal solutions and international expansion. He addresses Cyprus's evolving role as an international business hub and the reforms needed to strengthen its competitive position in the global market.