-
.
- Русский
It will take great courage to break the impasse on the Cyprus problem negotiations, German chancellor Olaf Scholz said on Thursday, questioning whether all sides have enough willpower to do so.
Speaking after a meeting with President Nikos Christodoulides in Berlin, where he is visiting for the first time in his capacity as president, Scholz said “I hope to see the impasse of the negotiation finally gain new momentum.”
He added Germany fully supports a solution to the Cyprus problem that creates a bizonal federation, where each community will be represented in the country’s leadership.
“This however requires political courage from all parties involved and I do not know if there is enough will from all sides.
“We discussed this and we want to help. Germany is ready to contribute so that everyone gains more trust with each other.”
The chancellor added that issues in the Eastern Mediterranean can be resolved through dialogue based on international law. “Relations between Cyprus and Turkey matter for all of Europe.”
The two leaders also agreed to strengthen their cooperation on energy and defence, while also discussing Ukraine and the sanctions against Russia.
In his own statements, Christodoulides heralded the talks, describing Germany “as one of the most important EU states that can contribute” to efforts that can restart talks where they left off in Crans Montana.
This is now the time for diplomacy to work, and Germany has a significant role to play on this, he added.
Contents of this article including associated images are belongs Cyprus Mail
Views & opinions expressed are those of the author and/or Cyprus Mail
Source
