The High Commissioner of Cyprus in South Africa Peter T. Nakouzis presented on December 4, his credentials to the King of Lesotho Letsie III.
The High Commissioner referred to the excellent bilateral relations between the two countries and to their cooperation in various international organizations and fora, as well as to Cyprus` participation in three development projects in Lesotho in the sector of education between 2006 -2011 and to the provision of scholarships in various fields, to Lesotho nationals.
The High Commissioner expressed gratitude for Lesotho`s steadfast support to the struggle of the Cypriot people for reunification and a viable and functional solution of the Cyprus problem on the basis of the relevant UN resolutions, the international and European law and briefed King Letsie III on the latest developments in Cyprus.
Nakouzis said that Cyprus follows with great interest the recent developments in Lesotho and expressed confidence that with the commitment of all stakeholders, the current difficulties will be addressed successfully and the right decisions will be taken to restore stability and security in the country and the necessary constitutional reforms will be adopted after the elections to lead the country towards development and prosperity.
King Letsie III said that his country supports the solution of the Cyprus problem in accordance with the international law, with full respect of all Cypriots` human rights. Letsie III thanked Cyprus for its participation in three development projects in education and for the scholarships granted to date to nationals of Lesotho.