Greek Foreign Minister Nikos Dendias had an extensive conversation with the British Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab in London, where there was a coincidence of views on the Cyprus issue, but they also stressed the need to apply international law to resolve disputes, according to diplomatic sources on Wednesday, ANA reports.
The British side showed great interest in the Greek positions regarding both relations with Turkey and the Cyprus issue. The British foreign secretary acknowledged that the UK’s relations with Turkey are close, but noted that they are not competitive with its relations with Greece. On the contrary, he repeatedly underlined his readiness to convey messages to Ankara, when and if the need arises. He fully agreed with his Greek counterpart regarding the universal application of the International Law of the Sea, “in the Eastern Mediterranean, in the China Sea and in the Straits of Hormuz,” as he pointed out.
Bilateral relations were examined, while the British side desires to conclude a strategic partnership agreement as soon as possible, thus signaling the strengthening of relations in the post-Brexit era. On his part, Dendias underlined the long-standing close relations between the two countries, emphasizing the contribution of British politicians, the Greek community in the United Kingdom, and the British community in Greece.
Regarding the bilateral strategic relationship, the Greek Foreign Minister referred to specific areas that could be included in a new agreement, such as education, culture, trade relations, the fight against terrorism, as well as migration and refugees. These areas could be developed within a framework agreement, under the coordinating role of the two foreign ministries.
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