British PM thanks Cypriot President for cooperation on defence and security

10:34 - 15 October 2024

Current Affairs

British Prime Minister, Sir Keir Starmer, thanked Cypriot President, Nikos Christodoulides, for Cyprus’ strong cooperation on defence and security during a meeting they held in London on Monday.

According to a press release issued by the Office of the Prime Minister after his meeting with President Christodoulides, at Downing Street, "the Prime Minister began by reflecting on the strong links between the two countries, adding that the Cypriot community was a vibrant and important part of British culture".

"They then turned to the situation in the Middle East, and the Prime Minister thanked President Christodoulides for Cyprus’ strong cooperation on defence and security," the press release added.

The Office of the British PM also said that "President Christodoulides thanked the Prime Minister for the UK’s early support for its efforts to establish a humanitarian corridor into Gaza. It was vital to see de-escalation in the region, and find a credible, political solution as a way forward, the Prime Minister added".

Turning to the wider relationship between the UK and Cyprus, the press releases said, the leaders agreed to deepen ties at all levels to drive prosperity and tackle shared challenges.

Trade, migration, and renewable energy were all areas the two countries could do more together, the leaders agreed, it is added.

The leaders agreed to stay in touch, the press release concluded.

British PM thanks Cypriot President for cooperation on defence and security

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