The Cyprus Investment Promotion Agency (CIPA) was established as a registered not-for-profit company limited by guarantee, funded by the Cyprus government. "Invest Cyprus" is the brand under which CIPA takes the lead in promoting Cyprus as an attractive FDI destination. The Agency has operated since January 2008 and follows a threefold mandate:
To promote Cyprus as an attractive international investment center in key priority growth sectors.
To advocate reform in Cyprus required improving the regulatory and business environment and infrastructure.
To provide investor support with aftercare and further services.