Original scientific paper
The Europeanisation of the Cyprus Question. A Model for Conflict Resolution?
Peter A. Zervakis
; Zentrum fuer Europaeische Integrationsforschung, Friedrich-Wilhelms-Universitaet Bonn, Bonn, Germany
Abstract
The author analyses the dynamics of European integration of Cyprus and the impact of this process on the long lasting ethnic conflict between Cypriot Greeks and Turks and in particular inquires whether it can serve as a model for the resolution of similar ethic conflicts. He first describes the historical roots of the unresolved Cyprus question and the unsuccessful political-diplomatic approaches under UN mediation. The historical analysis of why all international arbitration attempts have failed to resolve the Cyprus problem provides a basis for the discussion of new conflict resolution methods. Furthermore, the author explores the role of the EU concerning the more recent attempts at conflict management and resolution. Finally, the question is addressed as to what kind of potential exists for the solution of the Cyprus question under the common umbrella of the EU given the recent easing of tensions between both ethnic groups.
Keywords
Cyprus; ethnic conflict; conflict resolution; United Nations; Greece; Turkey; European Union; European integration
Hrčak ID:
23428
URI
Publication date:
30.7.2003.
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