“We trust that this visit will provide a new boost to the prolific economic relations of the Republic of Cyprus and the Russian Federation,” Christodoulides said.
According to Christodoulides, Nicosia is expecting to finalize and sign a number of documents in view of the visit that would prove its political will to deepen its cooperation with Russia which is estimated as “one of the most important economic partners of Cyprus”.
The spokesman underlined that Nicosia aims to express its “deep appreciation” for Russia’s upholding of a “principled position” and respect for international law on the Cyprus issue.
Cyprus has been divided into Turkish and Greek domains since 1974, when Turkey invaded the island. The Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus is a self-proclaimed republic in northeastern Cyprus recognized only by Turkey. Russia has stuck to a UN Security Council agreement, declaring that Northern Cyprus is an integral part of the Eastern Mediterranean island nation.
Cyprus President Nicos Anastasiades will meet Russian President Vladimir Putin during his official visit to Moscow on February 25. The leaders are expected to discuss bilateral and key international issues.
