Government sees prospect for Cyprus talks progress ahead of New York meetings
Government spokesman Konstantinos Letymbiotis said the Greek Cypriot side has accepted the UN Secretary-General’s seven-point proposal.
Nicosia, Cyprus. The government sees prospects for concrete steps towards progress on the Cyprus problem ahead of meetings in New York, government spokesman Konstantinos Letymbiotis said on Wednesday.
He said the Greek Cypriot side has accepted UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres’ seven-point proposal and expects the Turkish Cypriot side to adopt a constructive approach.
New York preparations
Speaking on CyBC radio, Letymbiotis said the government remains in contact with Guterres’ personal envoy, Maria Angela Holguin.
He said the simultaneous presence of the two leaders in New York could provide an opportunity for further discussion and progress.
Preparations are already underway for President Nikos Christodoulides’ meetings in New York, including a meeting with Guterres.
Crossing points
On crossing points, Letymbiotis referred to a Greek Cypriot proposal from April 2015 concerning areas recorded by the United Nations.
Citizenship applications
Asked about applications for Cypriot citizenship by children of mixed marriages, Letymbiotis said they were being examined under established criteria and legislation.
He said the government considers the matter a humanitarian issue rather than a confidence-building measure.
Football agreement
Letymbiotis also referred to the agreement between the Cyprus Football Association and Uefa, saying it was not being implemented by the Turkish Cypriot side.
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