Akıncı: “If a positive result is obtained, five-party conference will come into being by itself”
11 November, 2016‘Bird Airlines’ to fly to North Cyprus
14 November, 2016The Greek Cypriot daily Kathimerini newspaper reported that ahead of his visit to Greece the US President Barack Obama made a special statement touching upon the solution to the Cyprus problem.
According to the reports, Obama said: “I applaud the effort that the Cypriot leaders have put into the negotiations so far, and I hope they can soon arrive at a durable solution that will benefit all Cypriots. Today, the prospects for a lasting settlement on Cyprus are the best we’ve seen in many years.”
He added that a just and comprehensive solution for Cyprus would have historic and far-reaching impact. It would improve economic opportunities for all the people of Cyprus and enhance energy security in the Mediterranean region and beyond. The US president emphasized that it would create opportunities for US and European businesses – an alignment of interests that could be an engine for economic growth in the region.