Cyprus: M&A/Private Equity

The European Union has adopted a new regulation on foreign direct investment screening that will take effect in 2028, establishing mandatory minimum standards across all Member States. This marks a significant shift from the previous cooperation-based framework toward harmonized requirements for reviewing foreign investments in sensitive sectors. While the regulation introduces common procedures and expanded scope, national variations in implementation are expected to persist, creating new considerations fo

What ultimately determines whether a compliance programme succeeds or fails? This article explores the critical role of leadership, accountability and employee engagement in fostering a culture of compliance, examining how ethical conduct and organizational values influence the practical implementation of compliance measures and what distinguishes effective programmes from those that exist only on paper.

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

The KPMG Global Family Business Report 2025 offers valuable insights into how family businesses can ensure long-term success and resilience through strategic growth, strong governance, and values-driven leadership.

The KPMG Global Family Business Report 2025 offers valuable insights into how family businesses can ensure long-term success and resilience through strategic growth...

Comparative Guide for the jurisdiction of Cyprus, check out our comparative guides section to compare across multiple countries.

AGPLAW is proud to announce a significant legal victory for our clients, Respondents 1 and 2, in a high-profile arbitration case before the London Court of International Arbitration (LCIA).

Cyprus offers a dynamic and advantageous framework for mergers and reorganisations both within its borders and across the European Union.

The acquisition of a business undertaking in Cyprus may result in the automatic transfer of employees of that undertaking to the acquiring undertaking under the Preservation...