Cyprus–France relations

Cyprus–France relations are foreign relations between Cyprus and France. The two countries share membership of the European Union, Council of Europe and Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe. Cyprus is an associate member of the Francophonie organization since 2006. France is a supporter of Cyprus against Turkey's refusal to recognize and admit Cypriot ships and planes.

Cyprus-France relations
Map indicating locations of Cyprus and France

Cyprus

France

European Union

While France was one of the founding members of the EU, Cyprus joined the EU in 2004.

NATO

While France was one of the founding members of NATO, Cyprus has never been a member of NATO.

Resident diplomatic missions

Embassy of Cyprus in Paris
  • Cyprus has an embassy in Paris.
  • France has an embassy in Nicosia.

See also

References

    1. Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs, 2020. Cyprus. [online] France Diplomacy - Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs. Available at: <https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/en/country-files/cyprus/> [Accessed 27 October 2020].
    2. Financial Mirror, 2020. French Naval Presence In Cyprus Takes A Clear Stance. [online] Financial Mirror. Available at: <https://www.financialmirror.com/2020/02/22/french-naval-presence-in-cyprus-takes-a-clear-stance/> [Accessed 27 October 2020].
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