[Congressional Record Volume 160, Number 111 (Wednesday, July 16, 2014)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1170]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                        FOR CYPRUS REUNIFICATION

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                            HON. GRACE MENG

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, July 16, 2014

  Ms. MENG. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to express my support for ending 
the separation of Cyprus which has existed since 1974. It is time to 
finally end the 40 year division of Cyprus and I am hopeful that the 
Cyprus settlement talks will accomplish that critical goal. The 
reunification of Cyprus is among the most pressing foreign policy 
matters that exist in the world today.
  A reunited Cyprus would finally end the occupation and injustice that 
has existed on the island for far too long. Only by solving this crisis 
can Greek and Turkish Cypriots live side by side in peace, and work 
together to improve stability and prosperity in the region. It is 
critical that Congress express its support for a resolution and that 
our country stand ready to provide assistance in any way it can. A 
united and unified Cyprus is in America's interest, with many benefits 
to our economy, bilateral relations and national security.
  I urge all parties involved in reunification talks to continue 
working towards a lasting solution. While there is not yet light at the 
end of the tunnel, there are some bright spots peeking through. I look 
forward to the negotiations moving forward and hope that one day soon, 
a divided Cyprus will only exist in the history books.

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