Commission President Calls for Resumption of Cyprus Talks
December 17, 2024
Ursula von der Leyen requested the resumption of talks regarding Cyprus within the framework of the United Nations during her meeting with President Erdogan. The issue of Turkey bypassing EU sanctions against Russia was also discussed. von der Leyen emphasized that EU-Turkey relations are stronger than ever, with trade reaching a record of 206 billion euros last year. The resumption of talks on Cyprus is seen as significant for the region.