Founded 4 November 2025 · Ljubljana, Slovenia
A bridge between
Slovenia & Cyprus.
Form
Independent, voluntary, non‑profit association under Slovenian law
Purpose
A sustainable institutional bridge for cross‑border enterprise
Slovenia
Cyprus
Bilateral business relations
Cross‑border investment
Foreign direct investment
Knowledge‑based environment
EU‑aligned framework
§ 01About the Association
An independent, voluntary and non‑profit association — established to promote structured economic cooperation between the Republic of Slovenia and the Republic of Cyprus.
Founded on 4 November 2025, SLOCIP acquires legal personality upon registration in the Register of Associations of the Republic of Slovenia, and operates under Slovenian legislation and applicable European Union law.
As a private law entity, the Association acts in full compliance with the principles of transparency, professionalism, equality of members and business ethics.
The mandate of elected bodies runs for seven years and may be renewed. Meetings of governing bodies may be held physically or electronically in accordance with statutory provisions.
§ 02Strategic Objectives
Six commitments that shape every initiative we take on.
01
Long‑term bilateral business relations
Building durable channels between Slovenian and Cypriot enterprise — not transactional encounters.
02
Cross‑border investment & competitiveness
Promoting capital flows in both directions and lifting international competitiveness for our members.
03
Foreign direct investment initiatives
Supporting FDI projects that meet the strategic interests of both jurisdictions.
04
A stable, knowledge‑based environment
Creating a business climate grounded in expertise, predictability and shared standards.
05
Cooperation across the value chain
Strengthening ties between entrepreneurs, investors, professionals and institutions.
06
Better regulatory conditions
Improving the regulatory and operational frameworks that govern international activity.
§ 03Activities
How we deliver on the mission.
A · 01
Conferences, seminars & round tables
Professional events that convene members, institutions and experts around bilateral priorities.
Events
A · 02
Business networking & partnership facilitation
Curated introductions and deal-flow channels between Slovenian and Cypriot members.
Network
A · 03
Advisory support on cross‑border operations
Legal, tax and administrative information for members operating across jurisdictions.
Advisory
A · 04
Promotion of members' projects & initiatives
Visibility for member projects through our communications and institutional channels.
Visibility
A · 05
Monitoring economic & legislative developments
Tracking regulatory and macro shifts that affect cross‑border business in both states.
Monitoring
A · 06
Cooperation with chambers & public authorities
Working with chambers of commerce, professional associations and public bodies.
Institutional
A · 07
Improving business & investment frameworks
Participating in initiatives to refine the legal and operational conditions for enterprise.
Policy
In accordance with Slovenian law, the Association may also perform complementary revenue‑generating activities related to its statutory purpose. Any surplus income is exclusively reinvested into the Association's non‑profit objectives.
Open · Voluntary · Personal
§ 04Membership
For individuals and legal entities engaged in — or intending to engage in — business across Slovenia, Cyprus and the wider EU.
Who can join
- Individuals and legal entities
- Based in Slovenia, Cyprus or other EU Member States
- Engaged or intending to engage in business or related professional activities
Member rights
- To vote and be elected to governing bodies
- To participate in decision‑making
- To access information regarding the Association's operations
- To use the collective results and initiatives of the Association
Request membership
Read the statute
Membership terminates by resignation, non‑payment, disciplinary exclusion or death.
§ 05Governance Structure
Four bodies, one President — structured, transparent and accountable.
Supreme body
Body · 01
General Assembly
Composed of all members. The supreme governing body of the Association.
Executive
Body · 02
Management Board
Operational management — executes the strategy set by the Assembly.
Oversight
Body · 03
Supervisory Board
Oversees financial and material operations on behalf of the membership.
Disputes
Body · 04
Disciplinary Commission
Resolves internal disputes and handles disciplinary matters.
President
Represents the Association before public authorities and third parties; acts as its legal representative.
Mandate
7‑year term for elected bodies, renewable. Meetings may be held physically or electronically.
§ 06Cooperation & Compliance
Institutional partners, financial discipline and EU‑aligned operations.
Institutional cooperation
SLOCIP may cooperate with —
- Chambers of commerce and employer associations
- Professional organizations
- Public authorities in Slovenia, Cyprus and other EU Member States
- International institutions and business networks
The Association may also join related international organizations pursuing similar objectives.
Financial transparency
Income sources & reporting —
- Membership fees
- Donations and sponsorships
- Public funds
- Income from permitted activities
Financial operations follow Slovenian accounting standards for associations. Annual reports are submitted to AJPES. Distribution of assets among members is strictly prohibited; on dissolution, remaining assets transfer to a non‑profit entity with similar objectives.