US President Donald Trump has assured that Washington continues to support the Republic of Cyprus in its efforts to reunify the island as a bizonal, bicommunal federation, and describes Cyprus as “an important partner.”
The President of the Republic Nicos Anastasiades received a congratulatory message from President Donald Trump on the occasion of tomorrow’s anniversary of the Independence of the Republic of Cyprus.
On behalf of the United States of America, best wishes to the people of the Republic of Cyprus as you celebrate the 57th anniversary of your nation΄s independence», Trump says in his message.
He points out that “The Republic of Cyprus has long been an important partner to the United States. Our shared values of democracy and freedom have served as the basis for a strong and valued bilateral relationship. Together we have promoted peace and regional stability while also expanding our business and cultural ties.”
“The United States continues to support the Republic of Cyprus in its efforts to reunify the island as a bizonal, bicommunal federation. As we mark this important day, we wish all Cypriots a peaceful and prosperous year,” he concludes.
Cyprus has been divided since the 1974 Turkish invasion. Repeated rounds of UN-led peace talks over the years have not yielded any results. The latest such round of negotiations, in July this year, ended inconclusively.