Nepal and the Republic of Cyprus established diplomatic relations on August 18, 1980. The relations between the two countries have always been warm, friendly, and cordial, marked by mutual respect, trust, and understanding of each other’s views and interests. The Nepalese Ambassador to Israel is concurrently accredited to Cyprus, and the Ambassador of Cyprus in New Delhi, India, is concurrently accredited to Nepal. Both governments have appointed Honorary Consuls in each other’s capital cities.
There have been no significant exchanges in the economic field between the two countries, given the importance of Cyprus as an EU member, there exists scope for further expanding and deepening cooperation between the two sides, especially in tourism, investment, and foreign employment sectors.