Measures+to+prepare+the+reunification+of+Northern+and+Southern+Cyprus

The topic revolves around the reunification of Northern and Southern Cyprus, who have been split since 1974. This schism within Cyprus mainly involves Turkey and the initial "Greek Cypriots". Turkey being the only nation that recognized the " Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus" (TRNC), has failed to back of its positions. Recognizing that even though earlier attempts such as the "Draft Framework Agreement", that called for the creation of a non-aligned, bi-communal and bi-zonal state, have failed, great steps forwards have been made in recent years that make a similar plan possible. With the introduction of the Annan Plan, the delegation of Iraq fully believes that in the near future, referendums in both sides with fill the requirements of that plan to pass. Recently presidents of both sides have pointed out that by 2010, a new referendum will be process, and if passed by a majority vote in both communities, the UN Annan Plan will be passed.

It is therefore, the delegation of Iraq

1. Stresses the creation of an information campaign that will a) inform both Greek and Turkish Cypriots about the advantages of unification b) promote a cultural exchange in order to illustrate their unity and emphasise similarities

2. Suggest launching an educational media campaign that clarifies the Annan Plan to both the Greek and Turkish Cypriots through: a) radio b) television c) and different periodicals

3. Recommends that an UN organization conducts weekly pools before the 2010 referendum to offer a more continuous stream of information.

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