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President: Great Prospects for Defense and Security Cooperation with Italy

Published February 26, 2026, 09:10
President: Great Prospects for Defense and Security Cooperation with Italy

The President of the Republic, Nikos Christodoulides, announced that his official visit to Rome aims to upgrade Cyprus-Italy relations in all areas, citing the upgraded relationship with France as an example. Special emphasis will be placed on the area of defense and security, where there are great prospects for cooperation. The President will also meet with the CEO of ENI to discuss the latest plans for exporting Cypriot natural gas to Europe via Egypt.