Modi and Cyprus President Discuss Strengthening Bilateral Ties in New Delhi
PM Modi, Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides hold talks in Delhi

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides held discussions in New Delhi focusing on enhancing bilateral cooperation across various sectors, including trade, technology, and defense. This visit, marking Christodoulides' first in his current role, aims to build on the momentum of India-Cyprus relations ahead of their 65th anniversary of diplomatic ties in 2027.
- 01The talks covered trade, investment, technology, education, culture, mobility, defense, and security.
- 02President Christodoulides is accompanied by a high-level delegation, including Cyprus' Foreign Minister and Transport Minister.
- 03The visit follows PM Modi's historic trip to Cyprus in June 2025, the first by an Indian Prime Minister in over two decades.
- 04Christodoulides emphasized the importance of business and investment cooperation during his visit to Mumbai.
- 05The engagement is significant as Cyprus holds the Presidency of the Council of the European Union.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides at Hyderabad House in New Delhi, where they discussed enhancing bilateral cooperation across multiple sectors, including trade, technology, education, and defense. The talks also encompassed emerging fields such as artificial intelligence and fintech. President Christodoulides, who is on a four-day state visit, arrived in India after a successful leg in Mumbai, where he participated in a business forum aimed at boosting economic ties. This visit is particularly significant as it comes less than a year after PM Modi's landmark trip to Cyprus, marking a renewed commitment to strengthen relations ahead of the 65th anniversary of diplomatic ties in 2027. The engagement also holds strategic importance as Cyprus currently presides over the Council of the European Union. Both leaders are expected to continue discussions on regional and global developments, emphasizing the importance of collaboration in multilateral forums.
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The discussions are expected to lead to increased trade and investment opportunities between India and Cyprus, benefiting businesses and investors in both countries.
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