President of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC), Ersin Tatar, stated that the Greek Cypriot leadership has recently intensified its aggressive policies against the TRNC, particularly targeting its economy. In an interview with TAK News Agency, Tatar emphasized that these actions are enabled by the unfair and unlawful status the Greek Cypriots have held since 1964.
According to President Tatar, the Greek Cypriot administration has created a "comfort zone" by avoiding reconciliation processes since 1968 and maintains a flawed perception that all rights and laws on the island belong solely to them. He noted that real estate investors in the TRNC are being unfairly targeted and treated as potential criminals by the Greek side, despite operating within internationally recognized legal frameworks.
Tatar highlighted the effectiveness of the Immovable Property Commission (IPC), established in cooperation with the Council of Europe and recognized by the European Court of Human Rights, as a legitimate mechanism for resolving property claims. Unlike the Greek Cypriot side, which hinders access to internal legal remedies, the TRNC offers options for restitution, compensation, and property exchange.
The President stated that his administration is coordinating with civil society and professional bodies to develop legal and diplomatic responses to these pressures. A parliamentary delegation will soon travel to Brussels and Strasbourg to inform international institutions about the situation.
Furthermore, President Tatar announced he would meet tomorrow with Maria Holguín, the personal envoy of the UN Secretary-General, to raise concerns over the ongoing repressive policies and request the Secretary-General’s direct involvement.
In conclusion, President Tatar affirmed that since January 2024, his administration has been engaged in intensive diplomatic efforts with the UN, EU, and foreign embassies to convey the realities on the ground and protect the rights of the Turkish Cypriot people.
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