On October 30, 2024, US President Joe Biden welcomed Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides to the White House, where they discussed the prospects for a reunified Cyprus based on a bizonal, bicommunal federation. During their introductory remarks, President Biden reaffirmed the United States' commitment to supporting a peaceful resolution to the Cyprus issue.

Expressing optimism, President Biden stated, "I remain optimistic about the possibility that a reunited Cyprus, a bizonal, bicommunal federation is possible." He emphasized that the United States stands ready to offer any support needed to achieve this goal, underscoring the longstanding friendship and shared values between the two nations.

President Christodoulides, in turn, voiced his reliance on the United States for assistance in resuming negotiations for a viable solution to the Cyprus problem. "Mr. President, I count on your support, the support of the US, to resume negotiations and find a solution to the Cyprus problem, a solution in line with the UN Security Council resolutions, one based on our common values of democracy and respect for human rights," he stated.

The Cyprus President expressed his gratitude for the invitation to the White House and spoke of the strengthened relationship between the US and Cyprus, referring to it as "a strategic and historical high."

Reflecting on his visit to Cyprus a decade ago as Vice President, President Biden recalled his remarks then that "there is no limit to what our nations can achieve when they work together." Since that time, Biden highlighted, the two nations have intensified cooperation on numerous issues, from energy security to Artificial Intelligence. He acknowledged Cyprus's contributions to humanitarian aid, including the delivery of 8,000 metric tons of aid to Gaza, and thanked President Christodoulides for his leadership.

President Biden noted the significant 50th anniversary of the division of Cyprus, dating back to Turkey's invasion and occupation of the island's northern third in 1974. Recalling his first year as a US senator when this division occurred, Biden described it as a "sad day" but reiterated his optimism for the possibility of reunification under a bizonal, bicommunal framework.

President Christodoulides emphasized the active cooperation between Cyprus and the US in key sectors such as defense, security, energy, technology, and law enforcement. He pointed to the first strategic dialogue between the two nations held recently, which has laid the groundwork for an enhanced partnership. Cyprus, a member state of the EU, is a "predictable and reliable partner of the US in a region of great geopolitical importance," he stated, adding that the country maintains strong relations with its neighbors and partners to tackle regional challenges, including the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.

President Christodoulides reiterated Cyprus's stance on Ukraine, noting the shared historical experience with Turkish occupation, which has affected Cyprus for nearly 50 years. "Cyprus stands on the right side of history," he affirmed.

Despite several rounds of UN-led peace talks that have yet to yield conclusive results, both leaders shared a hopeful outlook on the possibility of a peaceful, united Cyprus. The meeting at the White House underscored the importance of the US-Cyprus partnership and the commitment to continue working towards regional stability and shared democratic principles.