Diplomatic support for new UN-led Cyprus negotiations

Following a recent visit by UN Secretary-General António Guterres to Cyprus, both Greece and the United Kingdom have publicly expressed support for new diplomatic initiatives aimed at resuming negotiations. The Greek Foreign Ministry and Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis confirmed their readiness to contribute to an informal, expanded meeting convened by the UN, emphasizing the goal of reaching a sustainable and just resolution to the Cyprus issue within the existing framework of UN resolutions.

The United Kingdom, acting in its capacity as a guarantor power, also welcomed the intention of the Secretary-General to organize further rounds of discussions once the necessary conditions are established. London reaffirmed its commitment to the UN-led process and the efforts of the Secretary-General and his personal envoy. This diplomatic activity follows recent observations by Greek officials of a renewed positive momentum surrounding the Cyprus problem, which both Athens and London aim to sustain to benefit all communities on the island.

While the exact dates for these meetings have not been formally set, the focus remains on building trust and preparing for a formal dialogue under the UN auspices to achieve a comprehensive and lasting settlement.