Cyprus–Latvia relations
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Cyprus–Latvia relations are the bilateral relations between Cyprus and Latvia. Both countries are members of the European Union[1] and the OSCE.[2] Diplomatic relations between the countries began on December 20, 1991, soon after Latvia regained independence.[3][4] Finland recognized the independence of Cyprus on August 16, 1960. Official diplomatic relations began on September 2, 1961.[4]
Agreements
A double tax treaty was signed on May 24, 2016 and entered into force later that year. A goal of it was to encourage trade and investment between the countries.[5][6]
High level visits
On June 19, 2025 President of Cyprus Nikos Christodoulides made the first official visit to Latvia, meeting President Edgars Rinkēvičs. The leaders discussed their countries common history of foreign occupation and strong support for a rules-based international order.[7]
References
- ^ "EU member countries". European Union. Retrieved March 14, 2026.
- ^ "OSCE participating States". OSCE. Retrieved March 14, 2026.
- ^ "Dates of Establishment and Renewal of Diplomatic Relations". Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Latvia. Retrieved March 14, 2026.
- ^ a b "Finland and Cyprus". Ministry for Foreign Affairs of Finland. Retrieved March 14, 2026.
- ^ "Double Tax Treaties". Ministry of Finance, Republic of Cyprus. Retrieved 14 March 2026.
- ^ "Cyprus and Latvia Double Tax Treaty". Michael Kyprianou & Co LLC. Retrieved March 14, 2026.
- ^ "The President of the Republic of Cyprus met with the President of the Republic of Latvia". Government of Cyprus. Retrieved March 14, 2026.