The National Council, the top advisory body to the President on the handling of the Cyprus problem, convenes on Friday under President Nicos Anastasiades to discuss developments in the Cyprus issue and the efforts to embark on a dialogue with the Turkish Cypriot side in view of finding a solution.
The United Nations Security Council (UNSC) expressed on Wednesday its support for the political process in Cyprus and for reaching an agreement as soon as possible on a joint statement between the two sides which would lead to re-launching of meaningful and effective negotiations.
The members of the Council were briefed on Wednesday on developments in the Cyprus issue, during informal consultations, by the UN Secretary General`s Special Representative in Cyprus Lisa Buttenheim and the UN Secretary General`s Special Adviser on Cyprus Alexander Downer.
Cyprus is divided since 1974, when Turkish troops invaded and occupied the island’s northern third.
The political leaders will be briefed also on the President’s visit to London last week