PM Modi Cyprus Visit: Prime Minister Narendra Modi Receives Heartfelt Welcome From Indian Diaspora in Limassol (See Pics and Video)
Limassol, June 15: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday received a heartfelt welcome from the Indian diaspora in Limassol, as he arrived in Cyprus as part of his three-nation tour. PM Modi was seen being greeted by the diaspora with bouquets as he arrived at his hotel and the Prime Minister also engaged with the diaspora, exchanging greetings and acknowledging their support. It is the first-ever visit by an Indian PM to the Mediterranean nation. His arrival is being described as a historic moment by both Indian and Cypriot diplomatic sources.
PM Modi, accompanied by a large delegation of around 100 officials, is visiting Cyprus at the invitation of President Nicos Christodoulides. Earlier, PM Modi was received with a ceremonial welcome at Larnaca International Airport by the President Christodoulides. “Landed in Cyprus. My gratitude to the President of Cyprus, Mr. Nikos Christodoulides for the special gesture of welcoming me at the airport. This visit will add significant momentum to India-Cyprus relations, especially in areas like trade, investment and more,” PM Modi said in a post on X. PM Narendra Modi’s Cyprus Visit Seen As Diplomatic Strategy, Sends Strong Message to Turkey Amid Tensions With India.
During the visit, Prime Minister Modi is scheduled to hold delegation-level talks with the President of Cyprus. Key issues on the agenda include expanding cooperation in trade and investment, IT and innovation, defence, shipping, renewable energy, and people-to-people ties. Both leaders are also expected to exchange views on global and regional developments, including maritime security and the situation in West Asia. Ahead of his arrival, the Indian diaspora in Cyprus was brimming with excitement at PM Modi’s much-anticipated visit. PM Narendra Modi Made Clear to Pakistan That India’s Blood Is Not Meant to Be Shed: Home Minister Amit Shah.
PM Modi Cyprus Visit
With banners of operation Sindoor, Indian Diaspora welcomes Indian PM Modi in Cyprus pic.twitter.com/LLkPok4t0e
— Sidhant Sibal (@sidhant) June 15, 2025
In the first leg of his three-nation tour, PM Modi landed in Cyprus, where the President of Cyprus, Mr. Nikos Christodoulides, welcomed him at the airport in a special gesture.
PM Modi’s visit will strengthen India-Cyprus relations. pic.twitter.com/TmBRZz2llM
— BJP (@BJP4India) June 15, 2025
#WATCH | Cyprus: Prime Minister Narendra Modi reaches Larnaca International Airport, received by President of Cyprus, Nikos Christodoulides.
At the invitation of the President of Cyprus, Nikos Christodoulides, PM Modi is paying an official visit to Cyprus from 15-16 June. PM… pic.twitter.com/fKkYY51tmt
— ANI (@ANI) June 15, 2025
India and Cyprus have traditionally enjoyed strong diplomatic relations since the establishment of ties in 1962. Cyprus has consistently supported India’s position on Kashmir and other key issues at international platforms, including the United Nations. Apart from official meetings, Prime Minister Modi is also expected to address and interact with members of the Indian diaspora in Cyprus. Although small in number, the Indian community plays a vital role in local education, healthcare, and business sectors.
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