CYPNAVAL 2013 and CYPSEC 2013 were held from 28-29 May in Cyprus to strengthen cooperation between public authorities and the private sector in defense, security, offshore activities like oil and gas, and maritime facilities. The conferences brought together leading experts and featured opening addresses from officials in the Cypriot ministries of defense, justice, and communications and works. Over the two days, distinguished speakers from Cyprus, Israel, France, and other countries discussed technology, innovation, intelligence, and security challenges at sea. The event was well attended by representatives from Cypriot government agencies, foreign embassies, private companies, universities, and NATO.