Cyprus News Agency: News in English, 08-02-18

Cyprus News Agency: News in English Directory - Previous Article - Next Article

From: The Cyprus News Agency at <http://www.cyna.org.cy>

CONTENTS

[01] CYPRUS - KOSOVO

[02] RUSSIA -TURKEY - CYPRUS ISSUE

[03] EU GAERC -ÔURKEY - CYPRUS

[01] CYPRUS - KOSOVO

A written statement by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on the unilateral declaration of independence of Kosovo says that this secessionist act falls outside the framework of international legality, and is therefore legally null and void, in violation of the UN Charter, the Helsinki Final Act and of Resolution 1244 of the Security Council (1999), which affirms the adherence of UN member states to the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Serbia.

The statement notes that the Republic of Cyprus, consistent with its principles, has supported and continues to support the view that international problems should be solved on the basis of the UN Charter and relevant Security Council Resolutions.

We are convinced that an agreed solution between the two parties on the final status of Kosovo can and should be found in the framework of a dialogue and negotiations, and should next be approved by the Security Council, the body which has the primary role in preserving international peace and safety, it concludes.

[02] RUSSIA -TURKEY - CYPRUS ISSUE

Speaking to foreign media in Moscow in view of a visit by Turkish Minister of Foreign Affairs Ali Babacan to Moscow, Russian Minister of Foreign Affairs Sergey Lavrov said ``the leaders of our countries meet on a regular basis and, when necessary, discuss common issues and problems concerning special interests of the two countries over the telephone``, adding that Russia was ``directed in international problems, not by ideology, but the necessity to defend its interests.``

[03] EU GAERC -ÔURKEY - CYPRUS

Among the short term priorities for Turkey is the implementation of the July 8th Agreement. The EU 27 call upon Turkey to support actively the Agreement as a basis for the promotion of a viable solution in Cyprus.

The Partnership Agreement underlines Ankaras obligations towards Cyprus and especially the need to implement the additional protocol regarding the Customs Union Agreement between Turkey and Cyprus as well as the lifting of the Turkish embargo imposed on vessels flying the Cypriot flag or Cypriot aircraft.

It is also noted that the EU has decided not to open eight negotiating chapters or close any other chapter unless Turkey meets its obligations.

According to the Agreement, Turkey must draft an action plan including the measures Ankara intends to take in order to meet its obligations.

Cyprus News Agency: News in English Directory - Previous Article - Next Article