Cyprus, Greece, Israel and the US launch energy center and cooperation roadmap

On June 12, 2026, representatives from Cyprus, Greece, Israel, and the United States met in Houston, Texas, to establish the Eastern Mediterranean Energy Centre. The meeting, part of the 3+1 Energy Dialogue, followed a commitment made in Athens in November 2025. Participating officials included Cypriot Energy Minister Michael Damianos, Greek Energy Minister Stavros Papastavrou, Israeli Ambassador Yechiel Leiter, and US Energy Secretary Chris Wright. The countries agreed to create a collaborative roadmap for energy security, offshore natural gas development, research, and regional infrastructure, with approval expected by the end of 2026. As an immediate initiative, the nations formed a working group dedicated to cybersecurity and the physical protection of critical energy infrastructure. Discussions also highlighted the significance of the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor and interconnected projects linking the three Mediterranean nations. The event marked a new phase of strategic cooperation, with the next ministerial meeting scheduled to be held in Israel.