India and Cyprus to step up defense, maritime and cybersecurity cooperation, Indian PM says
“In a joint declaration, the two countries also pledged to expand maritime cooperation through more frequent Indian navy calls to Cypriot ports and looking at enhancing joint maritime training and search and rescue operations.”
“Modi underscored the role of the envisioned India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC) as a means to usher peace and prosperity in the Middle East.”
“Cyprus figures to act as the linchpin between India, the Middle East and Europe in the trade, energy and digital connectivity corridor, given the island nation’s geographical location as the nearest European Union country to the Middle East and India.”
“The Cypriot president said India-EU ties and an upgraded free trade agreement would be among his country’s top priorities when Cyprus assumes the 27-member bloc’s rotating presidency in the first half of 2026.”