Nicosia, Cyprus. For the sixth consecutive year, Nicosia has been included in fDi Intelligence’s European Small Cities of the Future ranking. This year, the capital of Cyprus claimed the top spot in the Human Potential and Lifestyle category, highlighting its attractiveness as a small city for education, work experience, and career growth.
fDi Intelligence is a specialist division of the Financial Times that provides business intelligence on foreign direct investment.
Nicosia was ranked ahead of other small cities such as Oxford and Cambridge (UK), Bergen (Norway), Delft (Netherlands), Geneva (Switzerland), Kaunas (Lithuania), Graz (Austria), Lausanne (Switzerland), and Reykjavik (Iceland).
The European Small Cities of the Future ranking assesses cities with populations between 100,000 and 350,000 on a range of factors, including economic potential, connectivity, cost-effectiveness, human capital, and quality of life.
According to the Nicosia Chamber of Commerce and Industry, the city is transforming into a modern metropolis that is home to most of the higher education institutions in the Republic of Cyprus, as well as research and innovation centers, and company headquarters that contribute to the development of the business environment on the island.
In addition to its top ranking in the Human Potential and Lifestyle category, Nicosia was also included in the fDi Intelligence European Small Cities of the Future ranking for FDI Strategy last year, placing 8th out of 10.
About Nicosia
Nicosia is the capital of Cyprus and the largest city on the island. It is a vibrant and cosmopolitan city with a rich history and culture. Nicosia is home to a number of universities, research centers, and businesses, making it a major center for education, research, and innovation. The city is also a popular tourist destination, with a number of historical and cultural attractions.
