Greece advocates for implementation of UN Security Council resolutions on Cyprus

During an Arria-formula meeting at the United Nations headquarters in New York, organized by the permanent missions of Pakistan and China, Greece addressed the issue of bridging the implementation gap in Security Council resolutions. The Greek Deputy Permanent Representative, Ioannis Stamatekos, highlighted the Cyprus issue as a primary example where international law must be upheld. He explicitly cited UN Security Council resolutions 541 and 550 as the necessary framework for all member states. These resolutions mandate that countries respect the sovereignty, independence, and territorial integrity of the Republic of Cyprus. Furthermore, the resolutions call upon states to refrain from recognizing or assisting the separatist entity in the northern part of the island. Stamatekos reaffirmed that international peace and security depend on the rule of law and strict adherence to the UN Charter. Greece emphasized that the path to a sustainable resolution lies in consistent application of these established mandates. No alternative viewpoints were presented during the proceedings.