India Strengthens Defence Ties with Cyprus Amidst Turkiye-Pakistan Relations
India responds to Turkiye-Pakistan ties, unveils defence cooperation roadmap with Cyprus

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India has announced a five-year defence cooperation roadmap with Cyprus, enhancing strategic ties in response to Turkiye's support for Pakistan regarding Jammu and Kashmir. The partnership aims to boost investments and cooperation in areas like maritime security and counterterrorism, while reaffirming India's commitment to Cyprus's sovereignty.
- 01India and Cyprus aim to double investment over the next five years, enhancing economic ties.
- 02The new defence cooperation roadmap includes military exchanges, cyber security, and counterterrorism efforts.
- 03Cyprus is positioned as a gateway for Indian companies seeking to enter European markets.
- 04The two nations signed a pact for Search and Rescue coordination and a MoU for a Joint Working Group on counterterrorism.
- 05India reiterated its support for Cyprus's sovereignty and territorial integrity amidst Turkiye's historical claims.
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India has unveiled a comprehensive roadmap for defence cooperation with Cyprus, aiming to strengthen ties over the next five years. This announcement coincides with rising tensions stemming from Turkiye's support for Pakistan regarding Kashmir. During a meeting in New Delhi, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Nikos Christodoulides of Cyprus agreed to elevate their relationship to a strategic partnership, emphasizing economic collaboration and security cooperation. Modi highlighted that this partnership would facilitate investments in infrastructure, energy, and agriculture sectors, while also positioning Cyprus as a launchpad for Indian businesses in Europe. The leaders also committed to enhancing military exchanges, cyber security, and counterterrorism efforts. They signed agreements for Search and Rescue coordination and established a Joint Working Group on counterterrorism. India's support for Cyprus's sovereignty was reiterated, particularly in light of Turkiye's historical claims over Northern Cyprus. The roadmap reflects India's intent to counterbalance Turkiye's influence in the region and strengthen its strategic partnerships.
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This partnership could lead to increased economic opportunities for Indian businesses in Cyprus and enhanced security cooperation in the region.
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