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Cyprus and Poland Discuss Research and Innovation Collaboration

Published January 16, 2026, 11:30

The Chief Scientist of the Cyprus Research and Innovation Foundation (RIF), Dimitris Skourides, met with the Deputy Prime Minister of Poland, Krzysztof Gawkowski, at the RIF offices. The meeting took place on the occasion of Cyprus assuming the Presidency of the Council of the European Union. During the discussion, topics such as digital transition, cybersecurity, and Artificial Intelligence were addressed, with a focus on strengthening cooperation in the field of research. Both sides agreed to expand their collaboration in AI and cybersecurity. Mr. Skourides presented the work of the RIF, while Mr. Gawkowski praised Cyprus's dynamism in technology. Gifts were exchanged that combined Cypriot craftsmanship with digital technology, as part of a broader project of digital repatriation of cultural heritage.