15 hours ago
Last Updated:June 16, 2025, 15:43 IST
Not just tourism, the two leaders also explored ways to boost connectivity between the two nations
The PM's remark assumes significance as Cyprus is a neighbour of Turkey, which supported Pakistan during India's Operation Sindoor. (Photo: X/@narendramodi)
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday held talks with Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides and emphasized that there is “rich potential" in the tourism sector.
The Prime Minister’s remark carries significance as Cyprus is a neighbour of Turkey, which supported Pakistan during India’s Operation Sindoor and reportedly provided arms and ammunition to the cash-strapped nation. In response, scores of Indians on social media have called for a boycott of Turkey, a country that receives thousands of Indian tourists every year.
“We also discussed how to deepen cultural linkages. Yoga and Ayurveda are gaining popularity in Cyprus, which is gladdening to see. Tourism is another area where there is rich potential. We also deliberated on how to improve connectivity," PM Modi wrote in a post on X after the meeting.
President Nikos Christodoulides and I held wide-ranging talks, covering the full range of India-Cyprus relations. It’s widely known that bilateral ties between our nations are time-tested. Today, we talked about cooperation in areas like defence, security, trade, technology,… pic.twitter.com/LmoOIZVjw9— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) June 16, 2025
Beyond tourism, the two leaders also explored ways to boost connectivity, knowledge and innovation linkages between the two nations.
PM Modi In Cyprus: India’s Power Move Signals Growing Strategic Encirclement Of Turkey
PM Modi also thanked Christodoulides for Cyprus’ strong condemnation of the barbaric terrorist attack in Pahalgam and the solidarity and support extended to India in its fight against terrorism. This underlines the strong commitment of both countries to counter-terrorism.
The two leaders reaffirmed the shared values that underpin India-Cyprus relations. They reiterated support for respecting the sovereignty and territorial integrity of each other, read a statement from the Indian Prime Minister’s Office.
Saurabh Verma covers general, national and international day-to-day news for News18.com as a Senior Sub-editor. He keenly observes politics. You can follow him on Twitter --twitter.com/saurabhkverma19
Saurabh Verma covers general, national and international day-to-day news for News18.com as a Senior Sub-editor. He keenly observes politics. You can follow him on Twitter --twitter.com/saurabhkverma19
Cyprus
First Published:News india PM Modi Sees Tourism Potential In Cyprus As 'Boycott Turkey' Sentiment Grows After Op Sindoor
