TRNC CTP Chairman Incirli spoke to Milliyet at the COP31 Summit: Türkiye is the guarantor of the entire island

ASENA YATAĞAN / ANTALYA - Stating that there is activity in the Cyprus issue, İncirli said that President Tufan Erhürman, with the public support he received, carried out the negotiations on behalf of the Turkish Cypriot people in close consultation and harmony with the authorities of the Republic of Turkey and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Making evaluations about UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres welcoming the Greek Cypriot leader Nikos Hristodulidis, Incirli reminded that the summit was organized by the UN and said, "Even though the hosts are the Republic of Turkey and Antalya, this is a meeting organized by the UN. Therefore, I do not see any problem with UN Secretary General Mr. Guterres welcoming Mr. Hristodulidis. It is an expected and understandable situation." he said.

Evaluating possible attempts to end Turkey's guarantorship in the section titled 'Turkey is also the guarantor of the Greek Cypriots', Incirli stated that the Greek Cypriot Administration of Southern Cyprus cannot make such a move: "The Greek Cypriot Administration of Southern Cyprus does not have such a disposition. This is not a situation that depends on whether they want it or not. The Republic of Turkey is the guarantor of the entire island of Cyprus. In other words, it is actually the guarantor of the Greek Cypriots as much as it is us. This is something that can change." not.” he said.

Under the title of TRNC inequality in funds, İncirli stated that developing countries and countries with fragile economies are most affected by climate change, and said that TRNC, as an island country, is faced with water problems, drought and unexpected natural events. Noting that this situation puts farmers in a difficult situation and increases costs, Incirli stated that they cannot benefit from climate funds due to political status.

Sıla İncirli said, "There is serious injustice and inequality here. Despite this, instead of complaining, we have to act like a state trying to pave our own way and fulfill our duties. We want to be a green transformation and security center in the Eastern Mediterranean. As an island country, we are affected by regional security and energy problems as well as climate change. What is happening in Palestine and regional conflicts cause both security and environmental problems. Although we are treated unfairly in the international climate struggle due to our political status, we continue our work in this field."

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