Russian President arrives in Cyprus for a state visit

President of the Russian Federation Dmitry Medvedev arrives tonight in Cyprus for a state visit, during which Nicosia and Moscow will sign a series of bilateral agreements to further develop their relations.

Medvedev, who will be accompanied by a large delegation, will be met at Larnaca Airport by Minister of Foreign Affairs Markos Kyprianou.

The official welcoming ceremony will be held at the Presidential Palace on Thursday.

The President of the Republic of Cyprus Demetris Christofias and the Russian President will have a tete a tete meeting, at the Presidential Palace, followed by official talks and statements to the press.

They will sign the Action Plan, bilateral agreements and memoranda.

The Russian President will also meet President of the House of Representatives Marios Garoyian and the Archbishop of the Church of Cyprus Chrysostomos II.

Medvedev will inaugurate together with President Christofias the Russian Commercial Bank.

The government has described the state visit by the President of the Russian Federation as an historic event that will further enhance existing excellent bilateral relations.

Moreover, Cyprus Police will take all necessary measures to ensure the safety of the Russian President during his visit.

Medvedev will depart on Thursday evening from Larnaca Airport, where the Minister of Foreign Affairs will bid him farewell.