CIFA Annual Review 2020

Cyprus Investment Funds Association (CIFA)
Annual Review 2020 15
Support
CIFA members
CIFA’s Technical Committees analyse
and discuss implications, challenges and
opportunities presented by developments at
both a local and international level. Related
guidance papers are issued to act as sources of
reference to market participants and to help
them capitalise on industry trends.
Promote
the Cyprus
investment
fund industry
CIFA’s ultimate goal
is to promote the
Cyprus investment
fund industry both
at home and abroad.
This is achieved locally by
representing the industry in
economic missions organised by
the government and regulatory authority,
by hosting fund conferences, events and
seminars, and by interacting with the media.
Internationally this is achieved by promoting
awareness through its involvement with
industry associations, participation in
industry conferences, targeted roadshows
and sponsoring international fund forums
in key markets across the world.
Our
Mission
Enhance professionalism,
integrity and quality
in the industry
The global financial services sector is subject
to fast-changing regulations and increased
focus on compliance and transparency. CIFA
encourages professionalism, quality and
integrity in the services offered by market
participants by promoting the protection
of investors, advocating
adherence to high ethical
standards, transparency
and good corporate
governance. CIFA also
provides relevant
training in order to
further support the
industry’s growth
and the development
of best practices.
Shape and develop
regulation
CIFA monitors developments in the global
industry and works closely with the
government and regulatory authority in
shaping regulation, both when required
in light of regulatory developments at a
European level, as well as when needed
to develop new products and services
in order to remain competitive.