Nicosia, Cyprus | 31 March 2026
Partners from the University of Nicosia represented the HIVE Project at the high-level roundtable titled “From national success to EU leadership: How Cyprus can inspire HIV progress into EU-level policy action”, held in Nicosia on 31 March 2026.
The event brought together policymakers, clinicians, researchers, academics, patient advocates, and community representatives to discuss how Cyprus’ achievements in HIV care can contribute to future European policy action. Cyprus is recognized as one of the first EU countries to meet and exceed UNAIDS HIV viral suppression targets, making it an important example of how national progress can inform wider European strategies.
The roundtable explored how Cyprus can build on its success and support EU-level leadership in areas such as long-term HIV care, healthy ageing, pandemic preparedness, and health system resilience. These topics are becoming increasingly important as people living with HIV age and as healthcare systems across Europe face growing pressures.
Held under the auspices of the 2026 Cyprus Presidency of the Council of the European Union, the event provided a timely opportunity to elevate HIV on the EU health agenda. It was convened by HIV Outcomes at the House of the Citizen in Nicosia, with the support of the Foundation for Parliamentarism and Participatory Democracy of the House of Representatives.
The event was moderated by Prof. Caroline Sabin, Professor of Medical Statistics and Epidemiology at University College London and Co-Chair of HIV Outcomes. Through open discussion, participants examined how lessons from Cyprus’ national HIV response could contribute to stronger, more inclusive, and more resilient healthcare policies at European level.
During the roundtable, UNIC partners presented the HIVE Project and highlighted its role in advancing HIV innovation in Europe. The presentation focused on the importance of digital health solutions in supporting people living with HIV, improving long-term care, and strengthening healthcare systems.
HIVE’s participation underlined the project’s contribution to a broader European conversation on the future of HIV care. As health systems continue to adapt to the needs of ageing populations and people living with chronic conditions, digital tools and implementation research can play a key role in improving access, continuity of care, and patient-centered support.
The roundtable also highlighted the importance of collaboration between policymakers, healthcare professionals, researchers, and patient communities. Addressing the evolving needs of people living with HIV requires coordinated action, evidence-based strategies, and meaningful engagement with those directly affected.
By taking part in this high-level policy discussion, the HIVE Project contributed to an important dialogue on how innovation, research, and cross-sector collaboration can support better long-term outcomes for people living with HIV across Europe.