What happened
On October 29, 2025, Foreign Minister of Cyprus Constantinos Kombos arrived in India on his maiden official visit, aimed at reviewing progress under the India-Cyprus Action Plan 2025–29 and advancing their Comprehensive Partnership. During the visit, he will meet External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and deliver a lecture at Sapru House before departing on Friday.
Why it matters
The visit builds on Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s historic trip to Cyprus earlier this year, which outlined a roadmap for deeper strategic cooperation. With Cyprus set to assume the EU Presidency in early 2026, both sides reaffirmed their commitment to concluding the EU-India Free Trade Agreement by the end of 2025—an initiative seen as vital for enhancing economic and strategic ties between India, Cyprus, and the wider European Union.