French President Emmanuel Macron visits Cyprus for official state talks

On April 23, 2026, French President Emmanuel Macron is making the first official bilateral visit to the Republic of Cyprus since the country's independence in 1960. President Nikos Christodoulides will host the visit at the Presidential Palace in Nicosia, where the two leaders will hold private discussions and lead expanded delegation talks. The agenda focuses on the implementation of the upgraded Strategic Partnership and Action Plan for 2026–2030, which were signed in Paris in December 2025. Key topics include deepening cooperation in energy, defense, and regional security. Additionally, President Christodoulides will brief President Macron on the latest developments regarding the Cyprus issue and UN-led mediation efforts. The visit also covers coordination for the upcoming Cypriot Presidency of the Council of the European Union. This marks Macron’s second visit to Cyprus within 45 days, following his March 9 meeting in Paphos.