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[Oracle]

Cyprus President meets EU leaders

President Christofias held a series of meetings with EU leaders as well as with the President of the European Commission Jose Manuel Barroso

FAMAGUSTA GAZETTE 20.JUN.09

President Christofias held a series of meetings with EU leaders as well as with the President of the European Commission Jose Manuel Barroso, in the sidelines of the European Council that concluded today, and briefed them on the latest developments in the Cyprus problem.

Speaking at a press conference in Brussels, President Christofias stressed that the EU leaders have shown great understanding so far, as regards the efforts and initiatives that are being taken by the Greek Cypriot side for solving the Cyprus problem.

"I am taking this support for granted and I wish to have progress," he said, adding that in the case of no progress, the blame should be attributed to the one who has the responsibility for the deadlock, and the European Council should take a decision on that.

Christofias said that Barroso would pay an official visit to Cyprus next week, during which he will have the opportunity to discuss Cyprus problem extensively.

"I will hold a private meeting with Barroso, and we will have a common working lunch with Barroso and Talat, if the Turkish Cypriot leader accepts the invitation," he said.

In the sidelines of the Council, President Christofias met and discussed Cyprus problem with the British Prime Minister Gordon Brown. Christofias also said that he would probably pay a visit to London in order to have a more specific discussion with Brown on the Cyprus problem.

Replying to a question, the president explained the reason why, as an ex-leader of a communist party, he voted a politician that comes from the right wing European People's Party, Jose Manuel Barroso for the Commission's Presidency in the framework of the Council.

Barosso has shown great understanding as regards the Cyprus problem and his role is very helpful, Christofias said, stressing that Barroso's re-election will help the efforts of the Cyprus government for a solution.

Christofias pointed out that within the European Union keeping the balances is very important for promoting issues.

"We are working in this context in order to serve the interests of our people, taking into account these balances," he concluded.

Cyprus, which joined the EU in 2004, has been divided since 1974, when Turkey invaded and occupied its northern third.



Copyright © Famagusta Gazette 2009

Tying up loose ends ...

[Paphitis]

Christofias is doing a good job reversing the Tassos Papadopolous international PR disaster.

His strategy of shifting the blame to where it rightfully belongs, is working quite well...

[miltiades]

Generally I dont take sides with any Cypriot political party , have always believed that all parties had primary the interests of Cyprus at the forefront of their political agendas. In the case of Mr. Christophias and his communist inspired AKEL party , I voiced concern during the last election that their political philosophy would be of a great hindrance to the Cyprus cause .
So far Mr Christophias has retained the interests of Cyprus above all else and appears to be coping well with both being the president of Cyprus as well as the ex leader of a communist party.
Three cheers for Mr Christophias ... how does one say heep heep huray in Greek ?

I'm convinced however that it is time that AKEL relaunces it self as the socialist party and escape from the clutches of the KKE , the most absured political entity in Europe.

[Oracle]

I think this is the closest we will ever get to witnessing Miltiades admitting that he has been wrong about something ...

[miltiades]

I think this is the closest we will ever get to witnessing Miltiades admitting that he has been wrong about something ...

One of the important criteria in measuring wisdom is that of the ability possessed by an individual to accept the course of an earlier assessment concerning likely events to be in need or reassessment , its called "with hindsight " events have proven somewhat different .

[Oracle]

I think this is the closest we will ever get to witnessing Miltiades admitting that he has been wrong about something ...

One of the important criteria in measuring wisdom is that of the ability possessed by an individual to accept the course of an earlier assessment concerning likely events to be in need or reassessment , its called "with hindsight " events have proven somewhat different .

Yeah ... you were wrong!

[miltiades]

I think this is the closest we will ever get to witnessing Miltiades admitting that he has been wrong about something ...

One of the important criteria in measuring wisdom is that of the ability possessed by an individual to accept the course of an earlier assessment concerning likely events to be in need or reassessment , its called "with hindsight " events have proven somewhat different .

Yeah ... you were wrong!

I'm pleased that Mr Christophias has kept the " lid" on his communist ideology as per my suggestion to him on a congratulatory letter following his election . You see my late father was a member of the Communist party , he was the IDRITIS of the first AKEL headquarters in Paphos along with Tefcros Anthias the poet , both of whom were sentenced by the British ( being a member of a communist party was illegal ) to jail for 3 years . His credentials are known by AKEL , although during the 50s struggle he was so disgusted with AKELS opposition to EOKA , he resigned as a member on principle.

[Oracle]

I'm pleased that Mr Christophias has kept the " lid" on his communist ideology as per my suggestion to him on a congratulatory letter following his election . .

So, the President as the most powerful man in Cyprus ( ), with a lifetime of devotion to an ideology under his belt, culminating in fulfillment of his dream to influence hundreds of World leaders towards solving the Cyprus problem, has decided to take advice from a CF forumer, twice banned , laughed off polls and daily discredited for hypocrisy, and despite all this the President, grateful for this Miltiades interest, is now keeping a "lid" on it?

[Viewpoint]

Jack shit has changed since he came to power, same old same old this is the best its gonna get time to wake up and face the facts.

[Paphitis]

Jack shit has changed since he came to power, same old same old this is the best its gonna get time to wake up and face the facts.

He is doing a great job reversing the diplomatic victory you enjoyed over the Annan Affair, as a result of Tassos Papadopoulos having no skill in Foreign diplomacy and PR.

Christofias is actually very well received in countries such as Australia, by all mainstream political parties. I remember when Tassos was President, no one actually wanted anything to do with Cyprus, but Christofias is now building vital bridges with EU partners and even the US, Australia, Canada et al.

The talk in Australia is about his initiatives in finding a solution to the Cyprus problem. No one is talking about Turkey any more, and the way things are panning out, it looks as though it will be Turkey that is condemned if the peace process fails.

Some of this may be due to Alexander Downer being the new UN envoy, and I am certain he secretly briefs the Australian Government about any developments on the negotiation table. What is certain is that Alexander Downer did not make any claims that there will be a 2 state solution, or that this process will be the final chance for a settlement as portrayed in the "trnc" and Turkish medias.

Christofias has placed Cyprus in a win win situation. He is reclaiming the respect of many nations across the world.