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Parties Call for Full EU Regulation Implementation to Combat Foot-and-Mouth Disease

Published March 26, 2026, 15:29
Parties Call for Full EU Regulation Implementation to Combat Foot-and-Mouth Disease

Parties from both the Greek Cypriot and Turkish Cypriot communities issued a joint statement calling for the full implementation of EU regulations across the island to address the ongoing foot-and-mouth disease epidemic. They emphasized the need to strengthen existing joint mechanisms for the protection of nature and all living beings. The statement also referenced geopolitical tensions and the need for peace, as well as the unique situation in Cyprus due to the presence of British Sovereign Base Areas. They highlighted that disasters do not recognize borders and that cooperation is essential to address common challenges such as fires, diseases, and wars. They propose strengthening cooperation through the Bi-communal Technical Committees.