Cyprus Has Reservations Over UN Envoy Alexander Downer

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(Free-Press-Release.com) February 1, 2012 -- “It is one of the issues which will be discussed at the House of Representatives by all political parties and it is therefore a rational conclusion that it will be discussed at National Council level”, Omirou said after a meeting he had with President of the Union of Occupied Municipalities, Famagusta Mayor Alexis Galanos.

Omirou, expressed the view that the fact that Downer recently said that the Greek Cypriots will be in charge of the EU Council Presidency at the second half of 2012 without referring to the Republic of Cyprus, is one of many actions and omissions which have led to the loss of the objectivity and credibility which ought to be part of a UN SG Special Advisor.

The matter is due to be discussed during the House session on Thursday, he added.

On his part Galanos, reiterated the Union of Occupied Municipalities grave protestation over the fact that Downer is allowed to behave, as he said, quite unacceptably and to undertake “a role which is not consistent with his true role and his good offices”.

Referring to the meeting he had with Galanos, Omirou said they spoke of recent developments in the Cyprus issue, with a particular mention being made to the stance of Downer.

Cyprus was divided in 1974 when Turkey invaded and occupied its northern third. UN led talks have been underway since 2008 with a view to reunite the island under a federal roof.CNA
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