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Cyprus News Agency: News in English, 11-10-24
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[01] AUSTRALIA - EEZ - SUPPORT
[01] AUSTRALIA - EEZ - SUPPORT
Minister of Defence Demetris Eliades met on Monday with Australia`s
High Commissioner to Cyprus Trevor Peacock, who reiterated his
country`s recognition of and support to the sovereign rights of the
Republic of Cyprus.
The High Commissioner also pointed to the need for respect of
international law, noting that he hoped that tension in the area would
be defused and that the Cyprus problem would be resolved.
He said that respect of international law and human rights and
democratic principles were common values between the two countries,
adding that there was a large Cypriot community living and creating in
Australia.
Eliades briefed Peacock on the latest developments regarding
explorations for natural gas in Cyprus` exclusive economic zone, noting
that Cyprus is determined to exercise its sovereign rights in a
responsible manner, abiding by international law.
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