The British Government’s steadfast commitment to achieving a comprehensive, fair, and sustainable solution to the Cyprus problem, based on a bi-zonal, bi-communal federation with political equality, is reaffirmed by Lord Wood, the British Minister of State for Europe.
In a letter to the Board of British Cypriots, addressed to the Board’s communications officer, Doros Partasides, the British Minister of State emphasized that London fully supports the efforts of the United Nations Secretary-General to resume talks and encourages all sides to take advantage of the window of opportunity created following his visit to Cyprus last July.
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As noted, the British Government supports the Secretary-General’s intention to convene a new informal meeting under the 5+1 format, following adequate preparation on issues of confidence-building, the methodology and substance of the negotiations, taking into account the common ground already achieved.
Lord Wood recalls that the United Kingdom participated in the two informal 5+1 meetings held in 2025. At the same time, as he emphasizes, Britain continues to work toward creating the right conditions for the resumption of substantive negotiations under the auspices of the United Nations.
Particular mention is made of the need to avoid unilateral actions that could increase tensions or undermine trust between the two communities. “We underscore the importance of avoiding actions that could increase tensions or undermine trust between the communities, including actions that are inconsistent with the relevant Security Council resolutions,” he states.
At the same time, the British Minister of State emphasizes the importance of strengthening civil society and increasing the participation of women and young people in the peace process. In this context, he refers to the meeting of 13 Greek Cypriot and Turkish Cypriot Technical Committees, held in February 2026 at Wilton Park in England, which aimed to identify practical solutions to strengthen cooperation and trust between the two communities. This meeting took place with the assistance of the United Kingdom and under the auspices of the United Nations.
Lord Wood also highlights Britain’s contribution to maintaining peace and stability in Cyprus through the participation of British military personnel in the United Nations Peacekeeping Force (UNFICYP).
In conclusion, he reaffirms that the United Kingdom remains committed to its obligations as a guarantor power and a permanent member of the UN Security Council, supporting efforts to find a just and lasting solution to the Cyprus problem.
The letter is a response to a previous communication from the British Cypriot Council to the British Prime Minister, dated July 27, regarding the Cyprus issue.
The British Cypriot Council is an organization that promotes Cypriot interests in London’s decision-making circles and works to deepen bilateral relations. From time to time, it has sent similar letters to both high-ranking officials of the British government—such as the British Prime Minister—and other international actors involved in resolving the Cyprus issue, such as UN Secretary-General António Guterres.
Source: CNA
