India's view of the world · A factual referenceLast updated 12 May 2026 · Edition 04
COUNTRY RELATIONSHIP · CYPRUS
India & Cyprus
COMMONWEALTH MEMBEREU MEMBERSHIPPING HUBINVESTMENT CHANNELDIASPORA TIES
India and Cyprus share a Commonwealth bond that dates to Cyprus's independence in 1960, when India was among the first countries to extend recognition. The relationship has grown on pillars of shipping, investment routing, legal services, and a growing Indian diaspora of around 20,000. Cyprus's EU membership since 2004 adds a European dimension, and the island serves as a significant channel for Indian investment into Europe and vice versa. Ties are warm, low-friction, and quietly productive.
COOPERATION AREAS
Where India and Cyprus actually work together
5 active areas of cooperation, as of July 2026. Click any card for the full brief.
TRADE & INVESTMENT
By the numbers
Approximate figures; services trade is substantial but not captured in merchandise data. Source: DGFT, Ministry of Commerce.
~$450mn
Total bilateral trade in goods
~$300mn
India exports to country
~$150mn
India imports from country
Trade trajectory · USD bn
$0.47bnin 2024 · click a bar to compare years
TOP TRADED ITEMS
AGREEMENTS & MILESTONES
The relationship since 1960, in 6 dates
CURRENT STATE
Where things stand, 2026
India-Cyprus ties are stable and mutually valued. The investment corridor function has evolved after the 2016 DTAA revision, but shipping, legal services, and people-to-people ties remain strong. Indian student numbers in Cyprus are growing. Cyprus actively supports India in EU forums on trade and digital governance matters.
SIGNALS TO WATCH
On track / positive momentum
In progress / worth watching
Stalled or facing headwinds
Not yet started / unclear
QUICK FACTS
CapitalNicosia
Population1.2 million
RegionEurope
Diplomatic tiesSince 1960
Indian diaspora~20,000
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