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Post by tileiohmaleas on Feb 8, 2008 11:08:12 GMT -5
Support for EU declines but hands wide open acepting their funds accelerates ?
Bend over on one side and stand tall on the other ? cant choose a side can they ?
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Post by tileiohmaleas on Feb 8, 2008 11:09:35 GMT -5
"there was no problem in arranging direct flights between Germany and the Ercan Airport in his opinion"......
And his opinion is a former opinion. Just like those italians Mp's talking the talk, where are they now ?
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Post by tileiohmaleas on Jan 23, 2008 5:44:35 GMT -5
First it sais...... "The past is there to teach us about the mistakes that have been made and help us to make the right decisions"
Then it sais........ "We should not let the past determine the present and the future"
Riiight.......
The Secretary-General of the United Nations in 1965, described the policy of the Turkish Cypriot leaders in this way: "The Turkish Cypriot leaders have adhered to a rigid stand against any measures which might involve having members of the two communities live and work together, or which might place Turkish Cypriots in situations where they would have to acknowledge the authority of Government agents. Indeed, since the Turkish Cypriot leadership is committed to physical and geographical separation of the communities as a political goal, it is not likely to encourage activities by Turkish Cypriots which may be interpreted as demonstrating the merits of an alternative policy. The result has been a seemingly deliberate policy of self-segregation by the Turkish Cypriots"
They made their bed.
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Post by tileiohmaleas on Jan 16, 2008 22:52:48 GMT -5
Missing not presumed dead – ECHR
By Philippos Stylianou
The European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) yesterday found Turkey guilty of violating the rights of nine Greek-Cypriot missing persons and their relatives.
The long-awaited judgment is expected to have far reaching effects on the continuing effort to trace the fate of the Greek Cypriots who disappeared during the 1974 Turkish invasion, as it rejects outright the Turkish position that the missing persons should be presumed dead.
The Strasbourg-based Court affirmed its previous finding that the Committee of Missing Persons (CMP) could not be considered a satisfactory replacement for Turkey’s obligation to carry out an "effective investigation" into the whereabouts of the missing. Even the exhumation and identification of remains, as was the case for one of the missing on the Court list, did not change this.
"While it was true that the remains of Savvas Hadjipanteli had recently been discovered, that did not demonstrate that the CMP has been able to take any meaningful investigative steps beyond the belated location and identification of remains," the ECHR noted in its decision.
And it added: "Nor had that event displaced the Turkish Government’s accountability for the investigative process during the intervening period."
Pressure
Lawyers Kypros Chrysostomides and Achilleas Demetriades who represented the nine missing persons and their relatives in their applications against Turkey, told a press conference in Nicosia that the groundbreaking decision would put Ankara under political and legal pressure to show more cooperation on the humanitarian issue of the missing.
The President of the Committee of Relatives of Missing Persons Nicos Hadjitheodosiou said that following the ECHR decision, Turkey should be convinced to allow access to its army and prison records.
"Only in this way can the information be obtained that would enable the families of the missing to find out what happened to their loved ones," he said.
The seven-judge panel of the ECHR’s Third Section with only Gonul Eronen from Turkey dissenting, held Ankara responsible for the violation of the following articles of the European Convention on Human Rights:
Article 2 for failing to carry out an effective investigation into the fate of nine of the applicants, who disappeared in life threatening circumstances.
Article 3 for subjecting the remaining nine applicants, relatives of the missing, to inhuman and degrading treatment by not informing them about the fate of their loved ones.
Article 5 for depriving the missing persons of their liberty and security at the time of their disappearance.
The Court in its decision drew a sharp distinction between cases of disappearance of persons in southeast Turkey and in the Chechen Republic, where individual applicants were required to give proof that their relatives were taken in custody before they disappeared.
Hostilities
In the case of Cyprus, the Court noted, it would not be realistic to expect applicants to provide more than minimal information about their endangered relatives.
The Court in its decision stressed that Turkey was obliged under international treaties to respect the wounded, prisoners of war and civilians and specifically under the European Convention on Human Rights it was obliged to take reasonable steps to protect the lives of those not, or no longer engaged in hostilities.
Regarding the relatives of those who disappeared while under Turkey’s custody, the Court observed that they "must have undoubtedly suffered most painful uncertainty and anxiety and furthermore their mental anguish did not vanish with the passing of time."
There were altogether 18 applications submitted by nine living persons on behalf of themselves and of nine missing relatives.
The nine were combatants, except for Hadjipantelis whose remains have been identified. They were all seen alive after their capture by the Turkish army in Cyprus and in Turkey where they had been transported as prisoners of war.
The Court awarded only e4,000 for costs per applicant. Pecuniary damages were not awarded since the Court considered that the finding of violations constituted in itself sufficient just satisfaction.
The applications were submitted in 1990 and were declared admissible in 1998. Since then, another 170 similar individual applications have been filed against Turkey in Strasburg. The issue of the missing persons is also included in the 4th Interstate case of Cyprus Vs Turkey and developments following yesterday’s ECHR judgment are expected to run concurrently.
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Post by tileiohmaleas on Jan 10, 2008 23:29:48 GMT -5
30 percent occupancy rate. wow thats gotta hurt.
Desire, hows your uncles hotel going ?
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Post by tileiohmaleas on Jan 10, 2008 23:29:09 GMT -5
Miscalculations, image hit tourism in N. Cyprus Thursday, January 10, 2008 Tourism in Turkish Cyprus needs a new strategy that leaves gambling aside. The pillar of the Turkish Republic of northern Cyprus’ economy, tourism, is on shaky ground. In recent months 24 hotels have closed down and 2,000 people have been let off. Around 50 hotels will close down after New Year’s Eve. Northern Cyprus Hoteliers Association Chairman Turhan Beydaðlý says an immediate strategy should be adopted in order to create an image of Cyprus as a country of universities and tourism
ÝSMAÝL YANMAZ ISTANBUL - Referans
Investments in new hotels, which have been booming in Turkish Cyprus for the last three years in the hope that the United Nations mediated plan to find a lasting peace on the divided island will be accepted, are facing serious trouble.
The tourism sector in Turkish Cyprus is in serious crisis with 24 hotels closed and 50 more on the brink of shutting down. The rejection by the Greek Cypriots of the U.N. mediated peace plan is not the only reason behind the optimistic expectations for the tourism sector not materializing. The continuation of the isolation of the island despite promises from the European Union that sanctions will be eased, coupled with insufficient marketing are also considered reasons for the crisis.
Around 2,000 people were laid off, as occupancy rates did not even reach 30 percent, last summer. “Tourism suffered a lot due to many mistakes made one after another. And the sector will collapse unless a new strategy is developed leaving aside gambling,” said Turhan Beydaðlý, chairman of northern Cyprus Hoteliers Association. Gambling is legal in northern Cyprus.
When Turkish Cyprus voted in favor of the United Nation's plan called the Annan Plan the construction and tourism sectors experienced a boom. Yet, they have been going through troubled times lately. The buildings initially planned for sale to the British remain unsold. The hopes for direct flights between Ercan Airport and destinations in the U.K. have faded away. Although the total number of beds rose sharply, the occupancy rate is only 44 percent for hotels with casinos and 30 percent for those without.
Beydaðlý said problems in the construction sector also affected the tourism sector. “Tourism regions are filled with incomplete hotel constructions. Such a sight does not befit a tourism center. The south of the island receives three million tourists annually and the average accommodation period is 11 days. We receive 300,000 people, who visit only the casinos on weekends. There are new facilities. But they shared a piece of the current pie in the market rather than creating a new market.”
Beydaðlý also criticized the fact that the hotels appear in the tabloid press. “It was thought that having some artists over at the hotels as a promotion would help the business. We became a derogatory topic in the tabloid press. Mafia settling in the casinos badly hit another source of income – the universities – as well as tourism. Families do not send their children because of the bad image and costliness. Even the universities now lack students.”
Gamblers instead of tourists:
Turkish Cyprus Chamber of Commerce Chairman Hasan Ýnce said the worst mistake was made in the marketing strategy. Unqualified staff were used in expensive and poor quality services. Ýnce said instead of normal tourists the marketing strategy had gamblers as a target audience, adding, “a normal tourist cannot get a one-week reservation. Weekdays are not sold, because gamblers book for the weekends. This led to a bad image. Gambling is not a priority for Cyprus tourism. It is time we started marketing Cypriot history, nature and culture. We can hold promotion campaigns in Turkey's busiest airports on the Aegean and Mediterranean coastline for foreign tourists. The primary obstacle before tourism is transport which should be subsidized by the state.”
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Post by tileiohmaleas on Jan 4, 2008 9:57:00 GMT -5
"Gül also called on the international community to stick to its commitments to lifting the isolation of northern Cyprus."
haha, destroy a country then ask for support. Keep dreaming Tourko.
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Post by tileiohmaleas on Jan 4, 2008 9:51:24 GMT -5
Yes but tommorow always becomes today....
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Post by tileiohmaleas on Jan 4, 2008 0:56:08 GMT -5
==Lifting the embargo the only way: "“Greek Cypriots will not come to a just and equal solution as long as the EU continues its current approach." Shit happens, live with your consequences. ==Lack of knowledge ‘alarming': "“When you give one side everything and the other nothing, why should the one who has everything sit down and start sharing?” he asked." Why should ones who have lost everything bother sharing with ones who have taken everything and havent apologised ? ==The EU approach to land ownership: Such a shame, Greeks are building on the land of T Cypriots. You invade and pillage almost 40% of Cyprus and then you have the balls to complain LoL lamo. ==Foreign relations take a leap: "“Greek Cyprus is trying to prevent northern Cyprus from having relations with the outside world and convince the OIC and Arab countries not to have relations with us,” Avcý said." If your muslim brothers dont want to recognise 'trnc' and dont want to piss off Cyprus thats their decision == Relations with Syria: Not long now till Syria backs down. When boats are coming back full of Turks they will realise their mistake lol p.s WHAT NO RECOGNITION YET hehe == Italian support: 2 outsider Italian politicans voiced their support and that automatically means Italian support ? gosh you people are looking hard for some friends. Rememeber Ghana ? ==Network of representative offices to grow: Even kids have dreams, whether they come true isnt always up to them. ==TOMORROW: A fresh approach to history Today ? Keep praying/waiting/wishing/hoping/begging/bending
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Post by tileiohmaleas on Jan 4, 2008 9:57:44 GMT -5
Yeh we can see they arent in a hurry.
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Post by tileiohmaleas on Jan 4, 2008 0:43:30 GMT -5
Keep trying, got all day.
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Post by tileiohmaleas on Jan 2, 2008 15:57:06 GMT -5
Whichever language you like to call it in.
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Post by tileiohmaleas on Jan 1, 2008 21:55:44 GMT -5
Does it really make a difference, Cyprus was not Turkish or British for them to be passing it over to one another.
Cyprus has always been Greek. Not out fault your couldnt destroy and convert all of Cyprus.
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Post by tileiohmaleas on Jan 1, 2008 21:53:42 GMT -5
Well obviously Cypriots arent afraid of the consequences. They havent bent over to the EU yet like others try very hard to. Its not blackmail, its like aiding a 3rd world country. Sometimes you just have to help them out in times of need. Thats the Turkish Cypriots, in need of help. And Cyprus will always be there to aid their fellow Cypriots
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Post by tileiohmaleas on Dec 19, 2007 7:41:02 GMT -5
"So, if the EU countries really wish to help, then they should think about lifting the blockade over the Turks of Cyprus"
Well it wont be lifting the blockade. There are consequences to certain actions. But one thing they will try do given the situation is aid the Turkish Cypriots in whatever way they can. And we are all sure the TC's wont be saying no to money or scholarships.
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Post by tileiohmaleas on Dec 18, 2007 6:51:33 GMT -5
Yes, but still doesnt change the fact that the slimey EU, your beloved enemy and hateful friend is there to aid i nthe education of TC's.
Maybe the TC's will realise now that the Turkish troops have no point in being there. Or maybe they will continue to hate the EU but still take their money and helpfull programmes ?
who knows anymore.
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Post by tileiohmaleas on Dec 17, 2007 10:02:34 GMT -5
Hey Janny. Looks like T Cypriots are finidng the EU more helpful. More handouts for them, and not surprisingly, they openly accept these offers from these 'pathetic christian countries' and smile.
Shame.
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Post by tileiohmaleas on Dec 17, 2007 10:00:58 GMT -5
EU scholarships for Turkish Cypriots 12/12/2007 The European Commission is offering 145 one-year scholarships for Turkish Cypriots for the academic year 2008/09. Recipients will receive a grant of EUR15.000 to cover their living expenses as well as up to EUR2.000 towards tuition fees. Scholarships will be available both for undergraduate and for postgraduate studies (e.g. Masters, PhD studies). Studying at any undergraduate or postgraduate programme in any university of another Member State (26 Countries) is possible within the framework of this programme. A website with detailed information on how to apply, where to study and how to get further information has been prepared exclusively for the scholarship programme. Application forms may also be downloaded from the website. The website can be accessed at www.benavrupadaokumakistiyorum.org. A PR campaign to provide information and raise awareness on the programme is under way in the northern part of Cyprus. Information seminars will be organised by universities for their students and teachers/lecturers. Information on the dates of seminars at Universities may also be accessed via the website. The EU scholarship programme is in its second year. Last year grants were awarded to 30 students and teachers. Most of these grantees have already started their courses in a different Member State. Three of these students who are studying in Belgium met European Commissioner Olli Rehn who congratulated them and wished them success on their European way. He also underlined the benefits of the programme to the Turkish Cypriot community more generally as the selected students will benefit from international contacts and will return to Cyprus with enhanced knowledge and skills. The EU Scholarship Programme gives Turkish Cypriot university students, graduates and teachers the opportunity of improving themselves in their specific technical fields as well as of providing them with the experience of living in a different country and culture within theEU. This experience will enrich the studies of the grantees while giving them new perspectives at the same time. “This scholarship gives me the opportunity of living at the standards of any other European citizen, makes me feel financially secure and lets me concentrate fully on my studies. I feel that I am exploring new horizons, questioning, gaining new perspectives, making new friends. I am visiting new cities, forming new friendships, sharing my culture as well as learning about other cultures. In short it’s a new world. I feel really lucky of being awarded this scholarship. Thank you very much” Seray Ekici, Clermont-Ferrand, France 2007-2008 Grantee. The grants are financed from the European Union Aid Programme for the Turkish Cypriot community. The EU Scholarship programme will run for three consecutive academic years, i.e. 2007/2008, 2008/2009 and 2009/2010 and its total value amounts to EUR5 million.
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Post by tileiohmaleas on Dec 14, 2007 10:09:50 GMT -5
Well seeing as you enjoy nuts then we will surely continue with such mindset
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Post by tileiohmaleas on Dec 14, 2007 8:07:57 GMT -5
"This shows that their intention is entirely political and they are interested in the continuation of isolations on TRNC rather than preventing human trafficking," "
Ahh well, s**t happens right ? consequences for every action.
But anyway, Turkish Cypriots are happy with their current status and are "laughing all the way to the bank", so what do they care anyway right ?
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