Establishment of a Cooperation Council in Cyprus
November 16, 2025
Turkey is proposing the establishment of a Cooperation Council between the two states in Cyprus, which would facilitate coordination on matters of mutual interest. This idea aims to secure Ankara's strategic interests on the island. Turkish President Erdoğan insists on recognizing sovereign equality, promoting a loose relationship between the two entities. The Council could control and coordinate the policies of the states, ensuring Turkey's presence on the island. The goal is to manage natural resources and secure Turkey's role in the region.