Cyprus: A Divided Island Within the European Union
The Role of EU Funding in Cyprus
The European Union (EU) provides funding for various programs and projects in all member countries, including Cyprus. These funds have been instrumental in the development of infrastructure, such as roads and other essential services.
Cyprus: A Divided Country within the EU
De Facto Partition
Cyprus is a de facto divided country, with the southern part of the island under the control of the internationally recognized Republic of Cyprus and the northern part under the control of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus. Despite this division, the entire island is considered to be part of the EU.
EU Citizenship for Cypriot Turks
Cypriot Turks who possess EU passports have the right to travel freely within the EU and enjoy the same rights and privileges as other EU citizens.
Cyprus' Road to EU Membership
Application for Membership
The Republic of Cyprus applied for EU membership in 1990.
Commission's Positive Opinion
In 1993, the European Commission issued a positive opinion on Cyprus' membership application.
Full Membership
Cyprus became a full member of the European Union in 2004.
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