Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni to visit Cyprus

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni will conduct an official visit to Cyprus on Sunday, May 17, 2026. The visit aims to formalize a strategic partnership through a specific political and operational roadmap, as agreed upon during previous discussions between Meloni and Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides. Key topics of discussion include cooperation in defense and security, both bilaterally and within the four-party framework involving Cyprus, Greece, France, and Italy. Energy cooperation will be highlighted, specifically regarding the role of the Italian company ENI in the Cypriot Exclusive Economic Zone. Additionally, the agenda covers digital connectivity, trade, tourism, education, and cultural exchange. Cyprus identifies Italy as its third-largest trading partner, and the meeting seeks to elevate these bilateral relations to a more structured level with tangible deliverables.