"Cyprus, India have talks going on in tourism, defence," says Cyprus Envoy
New Delhi, June 19
Evagoras Vryonides, High Commissioner of Cyprus to India said that there are ongoing talks on cooperation between India and Cyprus in many fields, from tourism to education, commerce, and defence.
Vryonides recalled that Prime Minister Modi visited Cyprus and worked together to create a joint action plan covering the years 2025 to 2029.
"Eleven months ago Prime Minister Modi visited Cyprus and worked together to create a joint action plan covering the years 2025 to 2029. Two weeks ago, we had a Presidential visit. President Nikos Christodoulides visited India, starting with Mumbai and then coming to New Delhi. He signed six MoUs (Memorandums of Understanding) and announced the establishment of a Cyprus Trade Centre in Mumbai...There are ongoing talks on cooperation between India and Cyprus in many fields, from tourism to education, commerce, and defence."
Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides concluded his India visit on May 23, which saw the elevation of bilateral ties between New Delhi and Nicosia to a strategic partnership and the inking of several MoUs aimed at deepening cooperation across areas such as trade and defence.
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal, in a post on X, said that President Christodoulides was seen off by Minister of State for Road Transport and Highways, Ajay Tamta.
He highlighted how the visit gave a fillip to the ties between India and Cyprus and marks a new era in the relationship, reflecting growing convergence in areas including economic cooperation, connectivity and diplomatic engagement.
"A productive visit concludes. President @Christodulides departed from New Delhi after a successful State Visit. He was seen off by Minister of State for Road Transport & Highways, Shri Ajay Tamta @AjayTamtaBJP. The visit gave a significant boost to India-Cyprus ties and marked a new chapter with the elevation of bilateral ties to a Strategic Partnership", the MEA Spokesperson said on X.
— ANI
Reader Comments
Cyprus is such a beautiful place - would love to see more Indian tourists going there! And a Cyprus Trade Centre in Mumbai? Perfect location for business networking. Hope this brings more cultural exchanges too.
Why are we investing diplomatic capital in a small island nation? There are bigger players in the Mediterranean. Seems like another photo-op without real substance. Let's focus on China border issues first.
@RohitP, Cyprus is strategically located in the Eastern Mediterranean near the Suez Canal. Every nation matters in today's multipolar world. Plus, the EU connection through Cyprus opens doors for more trade.
Education cooperation sounds promising! 🇮🇳 Cyprus has good universities and a high standard of living. Indian students looking for affordable European options should consider this. Plus, working holiday visas could be a game-changer.
Well done! The strategic partnership elevation shows our foreign policy is becoming more diversified. Cyprus has strong ties with both EU and Middle East countries. This could be a gateway for Indian businesses to access European markets.
Visited Cyprus last year - stunning beaches and lovely people. Tourism cooperation makes perfect sense. Indian tourists love Mediterranean destinations. Hope direct flights start
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