Cyprus’ elevated role as a strategic partner

It was a rather overdue development, since the Republic of Cyprus has pursued a mature foreign policy and made some smart moves that have elevated its role. It dealt with the economic crisis pragmatically and effectively and has taken initiatives on the geopolitical chessboard that serve not just its own interests, but also those of powerful international players, hence adding to its value. 

It is in this framework of constant evolution that the cooperation between Nicosia and Washington just became that much closer.

The launching of a strategic dialogue between the two countries - following a meeting between foreign ministers Antony Blinken and Constantinos Kombos at the US State Department - comes as the natural extension of the Cypriot government's earlier targeted actions. This deepening and solidifying of cooperation both at the bilateral and multilateral level...