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France and the Greek Cypriot Administration (GCA) signed a strategic partnership agreement, with French President Emmanuel Macron hosting Greek Cypriot leader Nikos Christodoulides at the Elysee Palace on Monday.
Macron said he was pleased to host Christodoulides in Paris before the Greek Cypriot Administration assumes the European Union Council presidency in the first half of 2026.
"This agreement further strengthens our relations," Christodoulides said, describing the strategic partnership as "historic" and emphasizing France's role as a "key strategic ally."
Macron announced that the strategic partnership agreement marks an "important" stage in bilateral relations.
The French president said the agreement elevates bilateral ties to a higher level in the areas of environment, culture, education, innovation, economy and defense, emphasizing that it is built on "strategic autonomy."
Macron said he discussed several issues with Christodoulides, including "common interests" in the Eastern Mediterranean, irregular migration, Syria and Lebanon.
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Macron said the meeting addressed "how much France supports the United Nations mediation for a fair, global and lasting solution to the Cyprus issue."
The French president said both sides share a common vision of a strong and sovereign Europe against security threats on the continent.
Christodoulides described France as a "reliable and close" partner in the context of bilateral relations, noting that both sides share common interests and strategic vision.
The Greek Cypriot leader reiterated support for Ukraine's territorial integrity and sovereignty in Europe.
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