Turkish Cypriot negotiator Ergün Olgun, is in Germany for holding high level official contacts. Olgun made statements about his contacts by participating in ‘Günün Özeti’ program with phone. Olgun met with Germany’s Minister for Europe Michael Roth in Berlin and said that they discussed the Cyprus negotiation process.
Olgun indicated that during the meeting he quoted to Roth, Turkish Cypriot side’s determination oriented towards a bi-communal and bi-zonal solution and is based on political equality. Olgun also indicated that he received support from the German Minister.
Olgun expressed that Germany strongly supports the UN Secretary General’s Special Adviser for Cyprus Espen Barth Eide, and expressed that for not closing the window of opportunities for comprehensive solution Roth will put as much contribution as he can.
Olgun said that they received confirmation from Germany about doing whatever they can for catching the target solution put in forth in Cyprus.
Within the framework of Berlin contacts Olgun expressed that he also meet with the authorities of the Greens and in this meeting they have discussed the possibilities of investment in TRNC.
Olgun also stated that in the period ahead they will invite Turkish Cypriot investors who are living in Germany to the country.
After completing his contacts negotiator Olgun is expected to return to the island tomorrow.