The Eastern Mediterranean Energy Center (EMEC) is set to become a new hub for regional energy cooperation after the United States, Cyprus, Greece and Israel signed a Declaration of Intent in Houston.
The new centre will be based at Rice University and aims to enhance collaboration in energy security, infrastructure development, innovation and investment across the Eastern Mediterranean.
The initiative also supports the objectives of the Eastern Mediterranean Security and Energy Partnership Act, which seeks to strengthen energy and security ties among regional partners.
Focus on energy security and growth
According to US Energy Secretary Chris Wright, the EMEC will help advance energy abundance, economic growth and regional stability by deepening cooperation among allied nations.
The centre will facilitate collaboration on natural gas development, LNG infrastructure, energy networks and the resilience of critical infrastructure. It will also support emerging technologies, research projects and educational initiatives.
Cybersecurity working group planned
As one of its first actions, the participating countries agreed to establish a working group focused on cybersecurity and the physical protection of critical infrastructure.
Officials said the move reflects the growing importance of safeguarding energy networks and strategic assets amid evolving regional and global security challenges.
Today’s 3+1 Energy Ministerial Dialogue, bringing together #Cyprus, #Greece, #Israel and the #USA, as well as the launch of the Eastern Mediterranean Energy Center in Houston, constitute a development of particular political and geostrategic significance.
— Λετυμπιώτης Κων/νος (@letymbiotis) June 11, 2026
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