Cyprus Upgrades Military Bases – Cooperation with USA and France
Cyprus is beginning the modernization of two strategic military bases in spring 2027 in cooperation with the USA and France. The Andreas Papandreou Air Force Base in Paphos will be expanded with American support, including an extension of the runway for transport aircraft. The Evangelos Florakis Naval Base in Mari will be deepened to enable the accommodation of frigates and submarines. Work is expected to continue until 2030 and will give Cyprus increased geostrategic weight in the region.