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Cyprus News Agency: News in English, 04-09-23Cyprus News Agency: News in English Directory - Previous Article - Next ArticleFrom: The Cyprus News Agency at <http://www.cyna.org.cy>CONTENTS
[01] Papadopoulos meets Annan, addresses General Assembly0850:CYPPRESS:01Papadopoulos meets Annan, addresses General Assembly by Apostolis Zoupaniotis New York, Sep 23 (CNA) The Cyprus problem will be discussed at a meeting here today (at 1500 GMT) between Cyprus President Tassos Papadopoulos and the UN Secretary General Kofi Annan. Earlier today President Papadopoulos will address the 59th session of the UN General Assembly and according to diplomatic sources he will reiterate the wish of the Greek Cypriot side to find a functional and viable settlement in Cyprus, based on European Union laws and respect of human rights. [02] Cyprus FM meets Egyptian counterpart, American Jewish Committee0900:CYPPRESS:02Cyprus FM meets Egyptian counterpart, American Jewish Committee by Apostolis Zoupaniotis New York, Sep 23 (CNA) The Cyprus problem, the situation in the Middle East and the joint European Union Organisation of Islamic Conference (OIC) meeting to take place in October in Istanbul were discussed during the meetings of Foreign Minister George Iacovou, on the sidelines of the 59th session of the UN General Assembly. [03] Cyprus Stock Exchange
[04] Weather and Temperatures for Cyprus
[05] Weather forecast for Cyprus1600:CYPPRESS:05Weather forecast for Cyprus Nicosia, Sep 23 (CNA) -- The Meteorological Office at Larnaca International Airport has issued the following weather forecast for Cyprus: On Friday (24 September) and Saturday (25 September), the weather will be fine with light sea breezes, over slight seas. Temperatures will range from 15 to 34 degrees Centigrade inland and from 17 to 31 degrees along the coast. On Sunday (26 September) and Monday (27 September), the weather will become partly cloudy with mainly high clouds. Small rises in temperatures are expected. Winds will be southwesterly, fresh. [06] No more conditions for Turkey, says Verheugen1615:CYPPRESS:06by Nicos Bellos No more conditions for Turkey, says Verheugen Brussels, Sep 23 (CNA) -- European Commissioner on Enlargement Gunter Verheugen said here today that he has received assurances from Turkey's Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan that the Turkish Parliament would reform the country's penal code as soon as possible and thus there were no further conditions for Turkey to meet. ''The assurances I got today from my friend Prime Minister Erdogan will allow me to make a very clear recommendation,'' Verheugen noted after a meeting with Erdogan, adding that ''we have been able to find solutions for the remaining outstanding problems.'' [07] President Papadopoulos calls on Turkey to mutually turn page1730:CYPPRESS:07President Papadopoulos calls on Turkey to mutually turn page Nicosia, Sep 23 (CNA) - Cypriot President Tassos Papadopoulos called on Turkey today ''to join us in turning the page and seeking ways to mutually discover mutually beneficial solutions to the various aspects that compose the Cyprus problem,'' noting that ''the mere realisation that peace and stability in our region serve the interests of both our countries is ample evidence to prove that what unites us is stronger than what divides us.'' Addressing the UN General Assembly in New York, President Papadopoulos said the new context defined by Cyprus' accession to the EU and the expressed will of Turkey to join the Union ''offers a unique opportunity and could have a catalytic effect in reaching a settlement in Cyprus,'' adding that ''our vocation is to be partners and not enemies.'' President Papadopoulos pointed out that the Greek Cypriot side ''has repeatedly demonstrated in the past thirty years its readiness to move forward by making many painful sacrifices and concessions, while the Turkish Cypriot leadership always lacked the necessary political will.'' ''The quest and eagerness of Greek Cypriots for a solution never meant, however, that they would accept any settlement proposed to them nor that they would be ready to embark on an adventure, in all probability condemned to failing, with irreversible consequences,'' he noted. Referring to the solution plan proposed by UN Secretary General Kofi Annan and its rejection by the Greek Cypriot community in the April 24 referendum, President Papadopoulos said the plan ''was not the product of negotiation nor did it constitute an agreed solution between the parties.'' He added that the plan ''did not place the necessary emphasis on achieving a one state solution with a central government able to guarantee the single sovereign character of Cyprus, and it failed to address the serious concerns of the Greek Cypriot community regarding their security and effective implementation of the plan.'' ''In rejecting the plan as a settlement for the Cyprus problem the Greek Cypriots did not reject the solution or the reunification of their country. They have rejected this particular plan as not effectively achieving this objective. We remain committed to a solution, which will ensure the reunification of the country, its economy, and its people,'' he pointed out. He said the solution should be based on essential parameters, such as ''the withdrawal of troops and settlers and the respect of human rights for all Cypriots, the underlying structures for a functioning economy, the functionality and workability of the new state of affairs, the just resolution of land and property issues in accordance with the decisions of the European Court of Human Rights, and the respect of the right of return of refugees.'' President Papadopoulos added that ''certain provisions of the Annan plan have encouraged an unprecedented unlawful exploitation of occupied properties in northern Cyprus, something alluded to even in statements by officials of the occupying power itself.'' ''In the framework of the EU, and with the aim of promoting reunification and reconciliation, my government, despite the obstacles placed by the current status quo, is consistently pursuing policies aiming to enhance the economic development of the Turkish Cypriots,'' he said. He pointed out that ''while not intended to serve as a substitute for a solution, such policies are in our view the most effective way to foster the maximum economic integration of the two communities, and increase contact between them, so as to ensure the viability of a future solution.'' The President noted that ''the Cyprus problem is not always perceived in its correct parameters,'' adding that ''the fact remains that this problem is the result of a military invasion and continued occupation of part of the territory of a sovereign state.'' ''This fact should not be conveniently overlooked in peoples perception, by concentrating on peripheral parameters. Any initiative to solve the problem must have at its core this most basic and fundamental fact and be based on the premise that international legality must be served and the occupation lifted,'' he said. He added that the issues of missing persons and persons enclaved in the Turkish occupied areas of the Republic ''are in themselves an indication of Cyprus' enduring suffering'' and noted that ''this should not only point towards the specifics of the solution to be pursued but must also guide our actions with regard to managing the current status quo.'' ''For instance, the United Nations Force in Cyprus (UNFICYP), assigned with the task to manage the status quo inflicted 30 years ago, should remain specific to the situation on the ground,'' he said. The President also noted that ''the accession of Cyprus to the EU, in conjunction with the lack of an agreement on the settlement of the Cyprus problem, in spite of our efforts and our preference for a settlement prior to accession, signifies the end of an era and the beginning of a new one.'' ''I firmly believe that the new context defined by the accession of my country to the EU and by the expressed will of Turkey to advance on the European path offers a unique opportunity and could have a catalytic effect in reaching a settlement in Cyprus. Our vocation is to be partners and not enemies,'' he said. President Papadopoulos added that ''hence, in this new era, we plea to Turkey, to join us in turning the page and seeking ways to mutually discover, mutually beneficial solutions to the various aspects that compose the Cyprus problem.'' ''The mere realisation that peace and stability in our region serve the interests of both our countries is ample evidence to prove that what unites us is stronger than what divides us,'' he noted. Referring to the Middle East question, President Papadopoulos said that ''so long as violence remains a vivid reality in the region it will not be possible to create those conditions under which peace building can be accomplished.'' He added that Cyprus continues to support ''the end of the occupation and a just and viable settlement, based on UN Resolutions and for the realisation of the aspirations of the Palestinian people for the establishment of an independent state, living side by side with Israel, in conditions of sustainable peace and security.'' On the UN, President Papadopoulos said ''the Republic of Cyprus supports the strengthening of the UN system through the reform process underway.'' ''We attach particular importance to the revitalisation of the General Assembly and to the reform of the Security Council, so that its structure will reflect contemporary political realities and a more balanced geographical representation. In the spirit of these two principles and with the aim of reinforcing the legitimacy and efficacy of the Council, Cyprus is supportive of increasing both permanent and non-permanent membership,'' he said. [08] Greece says Cyprus solution possible with international help1915:CYPPRESS:08Greece says Cyprus solution possible with international help by Apostolis Zoupaniotis United Nations, Sep 23 (CNA) - Greek Minister of Foreign Affairs Petros Molyviatis said today that ''the international community can contribute decisively'' in the direction of solving the Cyprus problem ''by keeping the window of opportunity open.'' [09] Cypriot President and UN chief review developments in Cyprus2025:CYPPRESS:09Cypriot President and UN chief review developments in Cyprus by Apostolis Zoupaniotis United Nations, Sep 23 (CNA) - Cypriot President Tassos Papadopoulos met today in New York with UN Secretary General Kofi Annan, with whom he reviewed recent developments in the Cyprus problem. After the 15-minute meeting, President Papadopoulos told reporters that ''we will think of ideas in order to make moves towards progress.'' He clarified that there were no new ideas of how to solve the Cyprus problem. ''Now we will think of ideas for moves towards progress,'' he said. On the sidelines of the UN General Assembly, which he addressed today, President Papadopoulos had a short non-scheduled meeting with British Foreign Secretary Jack Straw. Diplomatic sources described the meeting ''interesting.'' Cyprus News Agency: News in English Directory - Previous Article - Next Article |
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