International standards experts will help shape Cyprus’s approach to AI governance.
Cypriot officials have agreed to deepen cooperation on AI, cybersecurity and digital resilience.
Commissioner of Communications Marios Pieris met Chief Scientist for Research, Innovation and Technology Demetris Skourides to discuss a strategic framework for the secure and responsible adoption of AI.
Planned areas of cooperation include support for implementing the EU AI Act and the development of an AI Act Implementation Playbook.
The two offices also intend to organise technical meetings and roundtables with ISO/IEC experts on AI governance and international standards.
Pieris said cybersecurity and AI are closely connected elements of Cyprus’ digital transformation and require cooperation among the relevant authorities.
Skourides highlighted the need to bring together government, research, industry and the innovation community while aligning AI development with European values, transparency and recognised governance standards.
The Commissioner also introduced his office’s AI team as part of efforts to develop joint initiatives in AI, cybersecurity and digital governance.
Both sides agreed to hold regular working meetings focused on innovation, digital resilience and the safe and trustworthy use of AI in Cyprus.
Why does it matter?
Closer coordination could help Cyprus translate the EU AI Act and international standards into consistent guidance for public authorities and businesses. A practical implementation playbook and joint technical work may be particularly valuable for a smaller administration, where fragmented interpretations could increase compliance costs and leave gaps between AI governance, cybersecurity and innovation policy.
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