US wants Cyprus talks to resume - US assistant state secretary

US Assistant Secretary of State for European and Eurasian Affairs Wess Mitchell on Friday said the US's desire is for the resumption of the Cyprus reunification talks.

Speaking after a meeting with Greek Cypriot President Nicos Anastasiades in Nicosia on Friday, Mitchell said

I reiterated to the President our appreciation for the strategic partnership that we have with the Republic of Cyprus. I also reiterated our desire to see a resumption of talks and our support for a bizonal bicommunal federation, he said.

He noted that it was important for him to come to Cyprus on one of his first trips after assuming his new duties.

We are very supportive of the Republic of Cyprus, we appreciate the longstanding friendship that we have and look forward to being back,” he said.

Mitchell also visited Turkish Cypriot president, Mustafa Akinci in Lefkosa on Friday.

Cyprus Mail