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Gus Bilirakis: “Mr. Speaker, the Republic of Cyprus needs active United States support to attain its goal of membership in the European…”

On the recordJuly 17, 1997
Mr. Speaker, the Republic of Cyprus needs active United States support to attain its goal of membership in the European community. This membership would promote stability by permanently linking Cyprus to Europe both economically and strategically. Indeed the European Parliament has indicated its desire for peace on the island. Cyprus has earned its place in the European Union. Now the international community must take steps to move the peace process forward. In addition, Mr. Speaker, Cyprus is ready to become an important trading partner with the United States. The Greek Cypriot community is a democratic society known for its open and efficient economic system. Despite the violent blow dealt by the invasion, the Cypriot economy has strongly rebounded to become one of the strongest economies in the region.
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Gus Bilirakis
Republican · Florida
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Editor's note · Context

Advocating for U.S. support for Cyprus's membership in the European community.

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