§ Mr. CoxTo ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs what recent discussions he has had with the Government of Turkey as to the application by the Republic of Cyprus for membership of the European Union; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. David DavisWe maintain regular contacts with Turkey, both at ministerial and at official level. When I met Mr. Karayalchin, the Turkish Foreign Minister, on 2 February in London, Cyprus was one of several issues raised. Both Mrs. Ciller, the Turkish Prime Minister, and Mr. Karayalchin attended the EE/Turkey Association Council on 6 March. The application of Cyprus and EU membership also featured in those discussions.