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Cyprus Prepares Plan to Renegotiate British Bases

Published March 24, 2026, 20:12
Cyprus Prepares Plan to Renegotiate British Bases

Nicosia is preparing a roadmap for renegotiating the status of British bases in Cyprus. The plan includes the establishment of a technical committee, with the participation of technocrats from Cyprus and the United Kingdom, to examine various aspects of the issue. The discussion will begin at a political level and will be followed by an evolutionary process. President Christodoulides reiterated his intention to open a dialogue, while his effort is supported by the Diko and Edek parties. It is considered that the current period is suitable for starting the discussion. Legal circles point out that the British bases cause deprivation of rights to Cypriots living in them, as well as negative effects on the economy. In addition, they have created security problems on the island. The timing is considered favorable for renegotiation, with the aim of improving the terms for Cyprus and removing the injustices caused by the base regime.