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Israel Sends Delegation to Cyprus to Advance Joint Natural Gas Agreement
Israeli delegation heads to Cyprus to finalize Aphrodite-Ishai natural gas agreement, bolstering Israel's regional energy status and economic growth.
Jerusalem, 20 January, 2026 (TPS-IL) — A professional delegation from Israel’s Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure is set to depart for Cyprus to advance the Aphrodite-Ishai natural gas agreement. The team, including representatives from the Finance and Justice ministries, will continue negotiations to formalize previous agreements on the joint reservoir.
Minister Eli Cohen said, “Natural gas is a strategic asset of Israel, strengthening our status as a regional energy powerhouse. We will continue developing additional reservoirs to boost production, exports, and the Israeli economy.”
The deal is expected to deepen energy cooperation with Cyprus, facilitate potential gas exports to Egypt, and support other regional projects, including a planned Israel-Cyprus electricity cable.
