[PIO] Contacts of the Minister of Foreign Affairs in New York

Foreign Minister Constantinos Kombos, in the framework of his visit to New York, had a meeting yesterday, Tuesday, July 11, with the Secretary-General of the United Nations, Mr. Antonio Guterres.

During the meeting, which took place in a positive and productive atmosphere, the Foreign Minister briefed Mr. Guterres extensively on the President's initiative to resume negotiations on the Cyprus issue.

During the meeting, which took place in a positive and productive atmosphere, the Foreign Minister briefed Mr. Guterres on the President's initiative to resume negotiations on the Cyprus issue. The Foreign Minister assured the UN Secretary General of our side's will to resolve the Cyprus problem on the basis of a bizonal, bicommunal federation and political equality, as set out in the relevant UN Security Council resolutions.

In particular, the Foreign Minister referred to the urgent need for the resumption of talks under the auspices of the United Nations and the importance of appointing an envoy for the Cyprus problem. He noted the catalytic role that a more active involvement of the European Union can play in the whole effort. It was also noted that any attempt to create a fait accompli would have a very negative impact on the prospect of resuming the talks.

The Foreign Minister also held separate meetings with Foreign Minister Annelios Kofi Annan. Jean-Pierre Lacroix, UN Secretary General in charge of Peacekeeping Operations, and with the UN Under-Secretary-General for Peacekeeping Operations, Jean-Pierre Lacroix. Secretary General for Political Affairs Ms. Rosemary DiCarlo, with whom he discussed issues related to their respective responsibilities. The Foreign Minister also held a meeting with the Permanent Representative of the United States to the United Nations, Ms. Linda Thomas-Greenfield. Secretary General for Legal Affairs, Mr. Miguel de Serpa Soares.

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