India, Cyprus Forge New Defense, Economic Partnerships


India, Cyprus Forge New Defense, Economic Partnerships

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India, Cyprus Forge New Defense, Economic Partnerships

India wants to improve its defense ties with Cyprus. The two countries will work together in the defense industry. India's Prime Minister Modi said this on Monday.

India and Cyprus will discuss more cooperation on the sea. They will also talk about cybersecurity cooperation. The countries will share information to fight terrorism too.

Prime Minister Modi is visiting Cyprus for two days. Then he will go to Canada for the G7 summit. He is the first Indian prime minister to visit in over 20 years.

India and Cyprus will increase sea cooperation. Indian ships will visit Cyprus ports more often. They will improve sea training and rescue work together.

Modi said the IMEC project can bring peace to the Middle East. Cyprus is a link between India, the Middle East, and Europe. Cyprus is the closest EU country to the Middle East and India.


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What does India want to improve with Cyprus?

India wants to improve its defense ties with Cyprus.

What will India and Cyprus discuss besides defense?

They will discuss cooperation on the sea and cybersecurity.

Why is Prime Minister Modi's visit to Cyprus significant?

He is the first Indian prime minister to visit Cyprus in over 20 years.


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