Larnaca, June 15 -- In a significant diplomatic outreach, Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Cyprus on Sunday afternoon (local time), marking the first-ever visit by an Indian PM to the island nation. The visit is seen as an important stopover ahead of the G7 Summit in Canada and a reflection of India's renewed focus on strengthening ties with European partners.

PM Modi was received with a ceremonial welcome at Larnaca International Airport by the President of Cyprus, Nikos Christodoulides. His arrival is being described as a historic moment by both Indian and Cyprus diplomatic sources.

During the visit, Prime Minister Modi is scheduled to hold delegation-level talks with the President of Cyprus. Key issues on the agenda include ex...