Nepal and Cyprus discuss strengthening bilateral relations, cooperation in multilateral forums and the welfare of Nepali citizens in Cyprus, while separate talks explore higher education collaboration and support for Nepali students studying there.
Nepal and Cyprus have discussed strengthening bilateral relations and expanding cooperation across areas of mutual interest, with particular attention to diplomatic engagement, educational collaboration and the welfare of Nepali citizens living in Cyprus. The discussions reflect both countries’ efforts to maintain closer ties and identify opportunities for further cooperation.
The discussions took place during a meeting between Nepal’s Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal and Evagoras Vryonides, the non-resident Ambassador of Cyprus to Nepal, in Kathmandu. The ambassador paid a courtesy call on Khanal at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Singha Durbar, where the two representatives exchanged views on bilateral relations and potential areas of collaboration.
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During the meeting, both sides discussed ways to strengthen cooperation between Nepal and Cyprus. According to Nepal’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the discussions also covered issues of mutual interest and opportunities for collaboration through multilateral forums. Such diplomatic engagements provide a platform for both countries to exchange perspectives, maintain communication and explore shared priorities in international affairs.
Khanal also enquired about the condition and welfare of Nepali citizens residing in Cyprus. The discussion highlighted Nepal’s interest in the circumstances of its citizens living and working abroad, as well as the importance of maintaining communication with partner countries on matters concerning their welfare.
Education has also emerged as an important area of engagement between the two countries. Before meeting the foreign minister, Ambassador Vryonides held discussions with Nepal’s Minister of Education and Sports, Sasmit Pokharel. Their meeting focused on expanding cooperation in higher education and addressing concerns affecting Nepali students pursuing studies in Cyprus.
Cyprus is one of the destinations chosen by Nepali students seeking higher education overseas. Strengthening educational cooperation could provide a basis for further dialogue on student support, academic engagement and institutional relationships between the two countries.
The meetings demonstrate Nepal and Cyprus’s continued diplomatic engagement to strengthen bilateral relations and address issues of shared concern. Discussions on citizens’ welfare, higher education and cooperation in multilateral forums offer avenues for continued communication between their respective governments.
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Although the latest meeting did not announce a new agreement or specific investment commitments, it provides an opportunity to maintain diplomatic dialogue and identify areas where cooperation could be developed further. Continued engagement between government representatives is expected to remain important in advancing mutual interests and strengthening relations between Nepal and Cyprus.