Narendra Modi arrives in Cyprus on first leg of three-nation tour

Modi said his visit to the country will add significant momentum to India-Cyprus relations in areas like trade and investment.

After his arrival in Cyprus, Modi wrote on X: "Landed in Cyprus. My gratitude to the President of Cyprus, Mr. Nikos Christodoulides for the special gesture of welcoming me at the airport. This visit will add significant momentum to India-Cyprus relations, especially in areas like trade, investment and more."

Modi reached Cyprus in the first leg of his three-nation tour.

He will later visit Canada and Croatia.

Modi is visiting Cyprus at the invitation of President Nikos Christodoulides.

Before leaving for his three-nation tour, Modi said: "Cyprus is a close friend and an important partner in the Mediterranean region and the EU."

He said, "The visit provides an opportunity to build upon the historical bonds and expand our ties in the areas of trade, investment, security, technology and promote people-to-people exchanges."

After completing his visit to Cyprus, Modi will travel to Kananaskis, Canada to attend the G-7 Summit at the invitation of newly elected Prime Minister Mark Carney.

Speaking about the G-7 Summit, Modi said: "The Summit will provide space for exchange of views on pressing global issues and the priorities of the Global South. I also look forward to engaging with leaders from partner countries."