Cyprus Employers and Industrialists Federation responds to Middle East crisis

On Sunday, March 1, 2026, an extraordinary meeting was held by the Cyprus Employers and Industrialists Federation (OEB), chaired by Mr. George Pantelides, to assess the economic and business implications of the Middle East military operations.

The Federation has established a special team to collect, record, and forward requests related to business disruptions caused by the crisis. This team will coordinate with relevant authorities to propose solutions or management strategies.

Affected businesses can contact OEB via email at info@oeb.org.cy (marked “Middle East Crisis”) or via WhatsApp or Viber at +357 99024617.

The competent State Authorities have mobilized to assist Cypriots and their families in the affected areas. The local Cypriot Embassies are available for communication, with contact details provided by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in an announcement accessible here.

For cases where direct communication is not possible or preferred, the National Crisis Management Center of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs can be contacted at tel. +357 22801000 and email cycc@mfa.gov.cy.

Additionally, the European Union Delegations in the region can be contacted as follows:

• UAE – Abu Dhabi, tel +971 (02) 2051111, email delegation-united-arab-emirates@eeas.europa.eu
• Saudi Arabia – Riyadh, tel +968 2469 9500
• Qatar, tel +974 4047 1184, email delegation-qatar@eeas.europa.eu

On a macroeconomic level, the situation requires calm and ongoing assessment of market reactions and oil prices. OEB will monitor developments and inform businesses accordingly.