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Written question asked by Lord Campbell of Pittenweem (Liberal Democrat) on Wednesday, 16 September 2020, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 30 September 2020. It was answered by Baroness Sugg (Conservative) on Thursday, 24 September 2020 on behalf of the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office.


Cyprus: Territorial Waters

Question

To ask Her Majesty's Government what representations they have made to the governments of Greece and Turkey about those governments' dispute over the territorial waters of Cyprus.

Answer

The UK is in regular contact with Governments of Greece, Turkey, and Cyprus with regard to the ongoing tensions in the Eastern Mediterranean. Officials continue to raise issues with the parties concerned.

We believe it is critical for stability in the Mediterranean and for the integrity of the rules-based international system that tensions be reduced and that disputes be resolved through dialogue and in accordance with international law, including the UN Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS). We will continue to work with all parties in the region to that end.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL8179
Session
2019-21
Subjects
Cyprus Greece Territorial waters Turkey
Link
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