Cyprus is represented to Malta through its accredited embassy in Rome (Italy).

Malta is represented to Cyprus through its accredited embassy in Athens (Greece).

The political relations are close due to similarities between the 2 countries (historical, economical and regional).

In 2005, Malta's High Commissioner for Cyprus Saviour John Balzan pledged support for the reunification of Cyprus to Cypriot President Tassos Papadopoulos.

Both countries are members of the Mediterranean Sea Basin Programme & the EU Med Group.