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27 October, 2017Speaking at the 2017 “One Step Forward” Diplomats International (DMW) Summit at Girne American University (GAU), President Mustafa Akıncı stated that the presence of a state and community in accordance with EU norms in Northern Cyprus is of benefit to all, although it is unrecognized by the international community.
Founded in Cologne, Germany, Diplomats International (DMW) aims to bring about European integration and EU enlargement. It also assists candidate countries preparing for accession during the EU enlargement process and is recognized by the United Nations.
President Akıncı also stated that the Ad-Hoc committee’s work was hindered by South Cyprus – with collusion from the EU – after the Crans-Montana summit. The Committee was originally organized within the framework of the negotiations to provide technical support for developing custom legislation and food and environmental capacities for Northern Cyprus. As a result, none of the committees have visited the TRNC in five months.
Akıncı also noted that aid has only been provided to South Cyprus and commented that aid given to Northern Cyprus has been insufficient.
Akıncı also made it clear that welcoming Northern Cyprus to the EU would be of benefit to the Greek Cypriot side. Akıncı also stated that the Committee is responsible for implementing contemporary, democratic norms in Northern Cyprus which all Turkish Cypriots deserve to see in their institutions.