Davutoglu notes a 'positive momentum' in terms of resolving the Cyprus conflict and calls for a just attitude from the EU.
ANKARAThe European Union (EU) should take a just, principled and determined stance in the Cyprus issue and not favor the "Greek Cypriot administration" during the ongoing peace talks just because it is a member country, Turkey's foreign minister said Friday.
Ahmet Davutoglu held a joint press conference with his Dutch counterpart Frans Timmermans after the sixth meeting of the 'Turkish-Dutch Bilateral (Wittenburg) Conference' in the Turkish capital, Ankara.
Davutoglu said there is a positive momentum which is very promising in terms of reaching a comprehensive settlement of the longstanding problem in Cyprus.
"Now it is time to construct a building out of this momentum. Columns should rise, walls should be put up, and a Cyprus in peace should be established," he said.
Davutoglu also called on the EU not to favor any side during the negotiation process.
He said it would be a mistake if the EU chooses to favor the Greek side just because it is an EU member.
- He stressed that both Turkish and Greek sides sit around the negotiation table on equal terms.
Cyprus is a member of the European Union and recognized by all internationally, except Turkey. Only the Republic of Turkey recognizes the [so called] "TRNC".
Dutch Foreign Minister Timmermans also commended the leadership that all parties showed for the adoption of a joint communique.
- "I have seen strong political willingness to create some dynamics, which is a very necessary development in our joint future," he said.
- He said a resolution to the Cyprus conflict will bring economic advantages to the whole region.
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