On 1 January 2026, Cyprus assumed the Presidency of the Council of the European Union for a six-month term. This role is not ceremonial. It places Cyprus at the centre of EU decision-making, responsible for chairing Council meetings, steering legislative negotiations, and coordinating closely with the European Parliament and the European Commission.
For the international business community, Cyprus’s Presidency is a clear demonstration of institutional maturity, credibility, and trust at the highest European level. It reflects the country’s proven ability to manage complex regulatory agendas, facilitate consensus among Member States, and contribute constructively to EU priorities in areas such as economic governance, digital transformation, energy transition, and sustainability.
Cyprus combines this political responsibility with a well-established business ecosystem. As a fully aligned EU jurisdiction, it offers a robust legal framework based on EU law, a transparent and competitive tax system, and strong adherence to international compliance standards. Its professional services sector—covering corporate administration, accounting, audit, and tax—operates to international best practices, supporting multinational groups, investment structures, and holding companies.
The 2026 EU Presidency further reinforces Cyprus’s position as a reliable gateway for business within Europe and beyond. It underscores the country’s role not only as a service jurisdiction, but as an active contributor to shaping the regulatory and economic future of the European Union.
At Asterisk Corporate Services, we see this Presidency as aligned with what our clients already value in Cyprus: stability, professionalism, and a serious, forward-looking approach to international business.
