Maria Angela Holguin to meet UN Secretary-General regarding Cyprus issue

Personal Envoy of the UN Secretary-General for Cyprus, Maria Angela Holguin, is scheduled to visit New York this week to hold meetings with Secretary-General Antonio Guterres. UN Spokesperson Stephane Dujarric confirmed the visit, stating it underscores the ongoing engagement of the United Nations in the Cyprus peace process.

During a press briefing, Dujarric emphasized that convening a new '5+1' format meeting on the Cyprus issue requires careful preparation and substantive discussions between the involved parties. He noted that the UN continues to work closely with both the Greek Cypriot and Turkish Cypriot leaderships to determine the future of the negotiations. Dujarric characterized Holguin's continued activity as a clear sign of the UN's commitment to finding a resolution.

The international community remains focused on whether these diplomatic efforts will create the necessary conditions for resuming formal talks. No specific dates for the '5+1' summit have been announced, as the focus remains on the preparatory phase involving the Secretary-General's envoy and the two communities on the island.