India, Feb. 4 -- The High Commission of the Republic of Cyprus hosted a formal reception in New Delhi to mark the commencement of Cyprus's Presidency of the Council of the European Union. The event, held at the Royal Ballroom of The Imperial Hotel, brought together senior government officials, diplomats, policymakers, and distinguished guests from India and abroad.

Union Minister of State for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh attended the occasion as the Chief Guest. Welcoming the gathering, Cyprus High Commissioner to India Evagoras Vryonides expressed pride in Cyprus assuming the EU Council Presidency and outlined its core priorities, including economic growth, employment generation, innovation, defense cooperation, and strengthened...