In an unexpected move Turkish Cypriot President Rauf Denktash on Monday (29 December) appointed the leader of the pro-EU party the Republican Turkish Party, Mehmet Ali Talat, to form the next government.
The elections on 14 December ended in a deadlock as the parliament was evenly split between parties favouring and opposing a UN proposed plan to reunify the divided island.
The pro-EU opposition parties gained just 2% more votes than the governing party, which opposes reunificati...
Enjoy access to all articles and 25 years of archives, comment and gift articles. Become a member for as low as €1,75 per week.
Already a member? LoginLisbeth founded EUobserver in 2000 and is responsible to the Board for effective strategic leadership, planning and performance. After graduating from the Danish School of Media and Journalism, she worked as a journalist, analyst, and editor for Danish media.
Lisbeth founded EUobserver in 2000 and is responsible to the Board for effective strategic leadership, planning and performance. After graduating from the Danish School of Media and Journalism, she worked as a journalist, analyst, and editor for Danish media.