Bulgaria–Cyprus_relations
Bulgaria–Cyprus relations
Bilateral relations
Bulgaria–Cyprus relations are the close diplomatic relations between Cyprus and Bulgaria. Bulgaria was one of the first countries to recognise Cypriot independence in 1960, leading to the celebration of 50 years of diplomatic relations between the two countries in 2010. These relations have developed positively on the international stage as well as in commerce and strategic affairs.[1] Bulgaria has an embassy in Nicosia and a consulate general in Limassol. Cyprus has an embassy in Sofia and a branch office in Burgas. Both countries are full members of Council of Europe and of the European Union. Bulgaria in as member of the EU in 2007. Cyprus in as member of the EU in 2004.