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euronews interview – Cyprus in the EU spotlight
http://www.euronews.com/ The European Union is currently undergoing one of the most turbulent economic periods in its short history, with political, ideological and financial divisions threatening to bring its fragile edifice tumbling down.
Andrei Beketov, Euronews:
Euronews welcomes to its studio the President of Cyprus, whose country has just taken over the presidency of the Council of the European Union.
What is the most important thing that you want to achieve in the next six months?
Demetris Christofias:
Together with the European Commission and the European Parliament (we are all part and parcel of the European Union) we need to put forward a programme to tackle economic problems. The main priority will be negotiations on the multi-annual financial framework, which will be conducted with the 27 EU members, in particular the Eurozone partners, and all the institutions until December.
We can not resolve the economic crisis exclusively through the policy of budgetary austerity. We can not go forward without development, without creation of jobs, without a more gradual or fairer distribution of wealth produced in the European Union. This is our general philosophy.
Euronews:
When you were talking about too much austerity, I wonder whether it was the Communist in you talking. Your ideology isn’t shared by many European politicians. How will your Communist views affect the Cypriot presidency and maybe the policy of the whole of the European Union?
Demetris Christofias:
Before assuming the post of the president of the Republic of Cyprus, I made it clear that I will not try to implement my own Communist ideology. I will use the capitalist system, but in a fair way. Maybe capitalism is inhumane but at the same time we can have fairer distribution of wealth without introducing a communist regime. I am a member of a political party of working people, it is a progressive party. Now is the time to solve the daily problems of people and nations. We will see how we handle the ideology issue later.
Euronews:
Also on your background, if I may. You studied in Russia, you speak Russian. Does it mean that Brussels will perhaps pay more attention to relations with Russia while you are EU president?
Demetris Christofias:
In my view, the European Union must have relations of friendship and cooperation with Russia which is also part of Europe, we have to acknowledge that. Therefore, if and when needed, we will play a significant role.
Euronews:
Cyprus is expected to lead other countries out of the crisis. But Cyprus is seeking financial help for itself. How will you cope with the two apparently contradictory tasks?
Demetris Christofias:
I don’t think these tasks are contradictory and conflicting. The fact that Cyprus needs external aid to capitalise some banks that have been exposed to Greek bonds doesn’t mean that we must not work for the benefit of other countries that need assistance. I think in Cyprus we dont have big problems with budgetary discipline. Our biggest problem – our banks’ exposure – will be solved with European help.
Euronews:
For most of the European countries, Cyprus is a remote island in the Mediterranean. Could that geographical location be an advantage now?
Demetris Christofias:
Because of its location at the southern border of the European Union, Cyprus can play a very important role as the bridge of a common understanding, friendship and cooperation of the EU with the countries of the region, the Middle East and North Africa. We have very good relations with countries that went through the Arab spring.
Euronews:
How is the EU going to deal with Turkey’s refusal to cooperate with it on many issues during Cyprus’ presidency?
Demetris Christofias:
I think it is a shame that the Turkish government has sent different messages in the past, and only now decides to get tough. My message to Turkey is that it should respect the Republic of Cyprus as an equal member of the European Union.
Euronews:
What other benefits do you see from your country’s presidency in the EU for the issue of reunification?
Demetris Christofias:
The fact that one part of Cyprus is occupied by the military forces of a neighbouring country, which aspires to be a member of the European Union is in itself contradictory. We do not have the will or the force to resolve our problems with Turkey through military means. We have to find peaceful means to develop dialogue. I have suggested it several times to Mr Erdogan and Mr Gul, but unfortunately they don’t recognise me as the president of the Republic of Cyprus.
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@lazy347
April 9, 2024 at 9:25 pm
you should seriously consider becoming a comedian, it's totally you
@MARIOMENTAL
April 9, 2024 at 9:25 pm
That's three words and a number
@lazy347
April 9, 2024 at 9:25 pm
2 words
GOOD RIDDANCE
@gordonbrown1980
April 9, 2024 at 9:25 pm
fuck the EU
@npeacy
April 9, 2024 at 9:25 pm
you talking about puppets?cyprus never took orders from greece ,we dont depend economicaly on them.especially christofias but even right goverments never took orders from greece ,in the refferentum for example most greek arties an goverment advised cypriots to say yes to Annan plan
@npeacy
April 9, 2024 at 9:25 pm
the majority vote for them stupid ,how you want europ to save you?whos gonna save europe?
@ests1163
April 9, 2024 at 9:25 pm
I am a Greek Cypriot citizen but you are racist and in my opinion you have always been the puppet of Turkey. have you ever read our history? do you realize we are all Cypriots this is what matters but I am afraid you are blind with what others have told you I don't want to argue and in my opinion you are the victims of 1974 but you cannot call a group of people who wanted to free their country terrorists so think before you insult a whole nation.
@charilaos15
April 9, 2024 at 9:25 pm
Έσσεται ήμαρ βάρβαρε
@aresleo
April 9, 2024 at 9:25 pm
EUROPE PLEASE SAVE US. CYPRUS PEOPLE SUFFERS FROM THIS COMMIEE. SOS
@AndreasDourin
April 9, 2024 at 9:25 pm
Cyprus was and allways be Greeks enjoy your stay there as long as it lasts and thank our trador Goverment for having it.
@saabturbo16
April 9, 2024 at 9:25 pm
bet you wished you had kept your mouth shut now, Cyprus little clown in the president seat (you aint steering anything) the title is nothing more than watching but without authority. He then runs to mother russia for money and the EU while presidency?
Having blown the russkie money he asks for more – no deal And EU looks at the books and sees all the lying and cheating facts but cyprus doesnt even have any proposals Cyprus now in the biggest shit since independence – Europe laughs….
@saabturbo16
April 9, 2024 at 9:25 pm
the remains at paphos are Roman old son! you really also need to watch 'Andrew Marrs History of the world' bet you didnt know that cyprus was islamic loong befor the ottoman and the turk……
@saabturbo16
April 9, 2024 at 9:25 pm
And what has Greece to do with Cyprus you might also ask?
same national anthem? thats really sad koumbare….share the language (almost) try calling an Australian British for the same reason..
And yes its recognised in the real world the first letter alphabet was being used by Phonecians and was taken back to Greece from Cyprus and modified.
oh and Aphrodites rock was only called that first 60yrs ago..
@saabturbo16
April 9, 2024 at 9:25 pm
The hittites are the original worshippers of the mythical gods you now claim as your own Greek ones. Cyprus was never part of greek world
And the hittites came from the land called turkey conquered by Genghis Khan who made Cyprus part of his islamic kingdom loooong before the ottomans did and then the turks – can you see the link now or still buggered up by poor lying education?
If you ever get a decent tv station out there watch 'Andrew Marrs history of the world'
you will learn so much reh.
@stopthebusable
April 9, 2024 at 9:25 pm
And for the people saying that Cypriots are turkish who doesnt acept their nationality there's just one thing i could tell them. FUCK YOU AND GO LEARN HISTORY!!!!! cyprus was occupied at least 20 times over the last 2 thousand years and yet we have the same believes, the same language and culture as we used to have, and all these are defrend from turkish's.
@stopthebusable
April 9, 2024 at 9:25 pm
i wont insult you like the other guy, however i will state a few things because you seem to have missleading information. There IS a state called "Cyprus". Cyprus is occupied by turkish since 1974, have you forgotten how you bursted into Cyprus, killed soldiers,women and kids and stole 40% of our country? And about Greeks, what has turkey done instead of wars? I believe i dont even have to state how many things Greeks has invented. i'll continue on the next comment because im out of letters
@maurice24012
April 9, 2024 at 9:25 pm
UN or EU membership…You continue to live with this consolations.Already,u don't know anything else.It doesn't change the existence of a half and a puppet statelet 🙂
@stavro71
April 9, 2024 at 9:25 pm
You are sooo pathetic and inhibited. This all you can say about your puppet migget statelet? You are funny: the UN is illigal (200 states) and you are the rightful! Wow. I'm wondering why I'm bothering answering you!!
@stavro71
April 9, 2024 at 9:25 pm
…and what have the Hittites (1500 BC) to do with the Turks (1000 AD)??? You are so mixing up the history that you have confused your self!
@AlexKa87
April 9, 2024 at 9:25 pm
so basically now you are saying that the Ancient Greek language that was implemented on the island 4000 years ago is a "made up" story? All the amphitheatres, ancient Greek cities of Kourion, Soloi, Salamina, Paphos, Ledra, Kition (I could go on forever with names you don't even know what they mean), the language we carry before even the first settlements of Turks came to Cyprus are again, a "made up" story?
I am not here to judge you, but sometimes by trying to say something you overlook facts
@salihsover7847
April 9, 2024 at 9:25 pm
FROM TURKEY:WE CONGRATULATE YOUR BEATING ANNIVERSARY IN THE CYPRUS WAR:) WE ONLY VERY REGRET WHY WE DIDN’T CLEAR ALL OF YOU FROM CYPRUS! WE COULD DO IT!,BUT ALSO FOR IT NOT LATE,THIS ISLAND BELONG TO OTTOMANS AND ONE DAY YOU WILL TURN TO YOUR POOR GREECE..PLEASE LOOK AT THE HISTORY,YOU ARE COMPLATELY FOOLS! SAY ME WHAT DID YOU GAVE TO HUMAN CIVILIZATION UNTIL YODAY? WE SUPPOSE YOU ARE ONLY SUCCESSFUL AGAINST TO INNOCENTS AND WEAKS..AND WHEN YOU SEE A POWER LIKE US,OF COURSE YOU WILL RUN AWAY:)
@maurice24012
April 9, 2024 at 9:25 pm
Because the greeks did not want to never be a solution.Yes Turkey sent settlers to island.Just as,like Greece.For instance,you,"hellenic cypriot".You are not original cypriot descent.Helenic citizen not cypriot.get out to Gayreece hell from Cyprus..
@maurice24012
April 9, 2024 at 9:25 pm
What do u know about Mongolia?You said that we should be specific.Indeed,greek people are very civilized :)polite,intelligent..even they are so hardworking .)EU membership Greece or southern banana management doesn't civilized or european."greek cypriots want a free and indipendence cyprus"..Why not say SGM yes Annan plan in Cyprus?Because,greeks thinks that the sole owner of the island.With yhis plan,İsland of Cyprus geographical,economically and political to unit…
@maurice24012
April 9, 2024 at 9:25 pm
To me,there is no between EOKA or EOKA-B.Both terrorist organization and their leaders Sampson or Grivas:No difference between both of them than dictatorial and fascist Hitler or Öcalan.And greek cypriots suffered from junta bla bla..These stories are no longer looks rancid.The whole world know you're encouraged and arming this illegal organization.As for the invasion of the UK,I would recommend u to read history books.U should get rid of stereotypes and made-up stories in ur minds as soon as.
@Sessizgemi852011
April 9, 2024 at 9:25 pm
We fucked EOAK and if it is necessary we do fuck them again…EOKA A, B, C…no matter …