Reaction from Economy and Energy Minister Hasan Taçoy to the Greek Cypriot Leader's UN Speech

Economy and Energy Minister Hasan Taçoy reacted in a written statement to the speech delivered by Greek Cypriot Administration leader Nikos Christodoulides at the United Nations General Assembly, criticizing the Greek Cypriot side's stance.

A Tone Unfitting for Diplomacy

Economy and Energy Minister Hasan Taçoy reacted to the speech of Greek Cypriot Administration leader Nikos Christodoulides at the United Nations General Assembly. In his written statement, Taçoy argued that Christodoulides used a tone unfitting for diplomacy and uttered expressions inconsistent with the facts. Responding to the Greek Cypriot leader's accusations against Turkey, references were made to the 1974 period and past negotiation processes.

Past Negotiation Processes Recalled

Taçoy criticized the stance of the Greek Cypriot side by recalling the 2004 Annan Plan process, the promises made by the European Union to the Turkish Cypriot people, Kofi Annan's report, and the Bürgenstock and Crans Montana processes. Emphasizing that the promises made to the Turkish Cypriot people in 2004 were not kept, Taçoy stated that it was the Greek Cypriot side that turned its back on the Turkish side and walked away from the table in past talks.

Military Agreements and Europe's Stance

Describing the Greek Cypriot Administration as the spoiled child of Europe, Taçoy stated that military agreements made with various countries, particularly France and Israel, should also be questioned. Taçoy reacted to the current situation by arguing that the European Union should also take a stance against these policies.

Two Separate States and Two Different Wills

Stating that Christodoulides does not represent the Turkish Cypriot people, Taçoy emphasized that expressions directed at Turkey and the Turkish Cypriot are unacceptable. In his statement, he underlined that there are two separate peoples, two separate states, and two different wills in Cyprus.