Cyprus News Agency: News in English, 08-11-10

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

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[01] NATIONAL COUNCIL - SESSION

[01] NATIONAL COUNCIL - SESSION

According to a statement read out to reporters by Government Spokesman Stephanos Stephanou, the members of the National Council submitted their views and opinions in a positive and constructive atmosphere.

The National Council is the top advisory body to the President on the handling of the Cyprus problem and comprises the leaders of parliamentary parties.

Stephanou said that the functioning of the National Council will be discussed at the next meeting, on November 24.

Replying to questions, Stephanou said there were difficulties in the negotiations to solve the Cyprus problem, noting that ``we knew this well before starting this process.``

He added that much effort would be needed, along with determination and flexibility, and pointed out that ``we are still at the beginning of the negotiating process.``

``We remain focused and dedicated to this process,`` he assured and expressed hope that the Turkish side would respond accordingly so that ``the road to the solution of the Cyprus problem opens.``

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