Cyprus president discusses country’s role in Eastern Mediterranean with AJC — Cyprus Mail

Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides met with representatives of the American Jewish Committee (AJC) on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly. The parties discussed Cyprus’ strategic role in the Eastern Mediterranean, deepening relations between Cyprus and the United States, and regional cooperation, Cyprus Mail reports.

Cooperation between Cyprus, Greece and Israel

Cyprus government spokesperson Konstantinos Letymbiotis said on social network X that the country is strengthening its strategic presence in the Eastern Mediterranean. According to him, the meeting also addressed the importance of trilateral cooperation between Cyprus, Greece and Israel.

The participants separately discussed advancing the Eastern Mediterranean Gateway Act. According to the government spokesperson, this initiative is based on the Eastern Mediterranean Energy and Security Cooperation Act.

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Christodoulides also informed AJC representatives about the latest developments in the Cyprus issue and efforts aimed at resuming negotiations under UN auspices.

Meeting with UAE representative

Separately, the Cyprus president met with the United Arab Emirates’ Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology, Managing Director and Group Chief Executive Officer of ADNOC Sultan Al Jaber.

According to Letymbiotis, they discussed the Republic of Cyprus’ energy plans, the UAE’s interest in a more active presence in the country’s energy sector, as well as prospects for participation in large-scale energy projects of regional importance. The spokesperson added that Cyprus is strengthening its role as a reliable energy partner in the Eastern Mediterranean, creating new opportunities for cooperation and investment.