The geopolitical environment of the Eastern Mediterranean is constantly evolving, whereas the region’s strategic position – situated at the crossroads of Europe, Asia and Africa – has been a focal point for global and regional powers. Eastern Mediterranean’s potential to become a new gas hub creates prospects for cooperation between countries such as Cyprus, Greece, Israel and Egypt. However, the geopolitical challenges increase the need for a stability pillar in the region. The strategic objective remains the transformation of the Eastern Mediterranean from a region of conflict into one of stability, security and prosperity. The event is co-hosted by the Hellenic Bankers Association – UK and Hellenic Observatory and supported by The Economist.

Speaker: Averof Neofytou, Member of the House of Representatives of Cyprus and President of the Democratic Rally

Chair: Professor Kevin Featherstone, Director of the Hellenic Observatory and Eleftherios Venizelos Professor in Contemporary Greek Studies

Welcoming Address: Louis Loizou, Chairman of the Hellenic Bankers Association-UK

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