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Palma Meets with New Spanish Ambassador - "Appreciation" from Nicosia for Frigate

Published March 18, 2026, 12:11
Palma Meets with New Spanish Ambassador - "Appreciation" from Nicosia for Frigate

The Minister of Defence, Vasilis Palmas, met with the new Spanish Ambassador to Cyprus, Mercedes Alonso Frayle. During the meeting, the Minister expressed the appreciation of the Republic of Cyprus for Spain's prompt response and the dispatch of the frigate “Cristóbal Colón” as part of the strengthening of security in the Eastern Mediterranean. The two sides exchanged views on the security situation in the wider region. The meeting highlights the importance of cooperation between Cyprus and Spain in the field of defense and security.