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Deputy Minister: Europe Must Invest in Its Future

Published January 14, 2026, 13:21
Deputy Minister: Europe Must Invest in Its Future

The Deputy Minister of Research, Innovation and Digital Policy, Nikodimos Damianou, emphasized the need for Europe to invest in its future, with a focus on digital competitiveness, research, innovation and space. During a meeting with EU journalists in Cyprus, he presented the priorities of the Cypriot Presidency for digital policy, research and space, stressing that these areas are at the core of the strategy for sustainable development and strategic autonomy. The Cypriot Presidency will focus on strengthening digital capabilities, shielding cyber resilience and activating digital diplomacy and strategic partnerships.