Moldovan Deputy PM visits Cyprus to open honorary consulate

The Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Moldova, Mihai Popșoi, is conducting an official visit to Cyprus on October 26, 2026. The visit is marked by the official opening of Moldova's Honorary Consulate in the country, led by Honorary Consul Ioannis Georgoulas in the presence of Moldovan Ambassador Andrei Popov. Following the ceremony, a reception will be held to commemorate the 35th anniversary of Moldova's independence.

During his visit, Popșoi held discussions with the President of Cyprus, Nikos Christodoulides, and Foreign Minister Constantinos Kombos. President Christodoulides emphasized the common political will to deepen bilateral relations and discussed Moldova's progress toward European Union accession. The President noted that the Cypriot Presidency of the EU Council has yielded significant results regarding enlargement, with an increasing number of member states aligning with Cyprus's positions on this policy.

The establishment of the Honorary Consulate is intended to strengthen Moldova's diplomatic presence in Cyprus and foster further development in bilateral ties. The ceremonial events are scheduled to conclude with the reception at the Residence Venue, signifying a formal step in enhancing cooperation between the two nations.