Egyptian forces to join Cyprus Independence Day parade for first time
An Egyptian military contingent is expected to march alongside the National Guard during Cyprus’ October 1 Independence Day parade.
Nicosia, Cyprus. Egyptian armed forces personnel will participate in Cyprus’ October 1 Independence Day military parade for the first time, marching alongside the National Guard.
The participation follows renewed commitments by Cyprus and Egypt to deepen defence and security cooperation.
Defence cooperation
Cyprus and Egypt reaffirmed their strategic partnership during President Nikos Christodoulides’ visit to El-Alamein on Tuesday.
In April, the two countries agreed to strengthen defence cooperation through closer relations between their armed forces, exchanges between military academies and expanded cooperation between their defence industries.
They also agreed to establish a joint committee to address military cooperation and shared defence challenges.
Independence Day parade
The October 1 parade marks Cyprus’ independence from British colonial rule.
Personnel from the National Guard and Greek officers serving in Eldyk also take part in the annual military parade.
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