This week in North Cyprus > 11-18 July 2005
Br itish Residents urged to get legal
Britons living in North Cyprus have been urged to get legal by Mike Maternaghan the head of the British Residents Association.
Mr Maternaghan said he was aware of several Britons who have been fined the 64.4 YTL daily penalty brought into force at the beginning of July for overstaying their visa and in one case the fine was for £250 payable at the airport.
On entry to North Cyprus visitors are given a 90 day visa by way of a passport stamp. If your stay in North Cyprus will exceed 90 days by just a short while, an extension can be obtained from the local police station. Temporary residency must be applied for stays longer than 90 days.
Azerbaijani Delegation arrive in North Cyprus
The first delegation from the Azerbaijani parliament arrived in Cyprus on Sunday 17th July via Ercan airport. The group will attend the 20th July 'Peace and freedom' celebrations.
Different delegations from Azerbaijan will visit the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus and have some contacts between the 18th and 31st July.
The second delegation from Azerbaijan's Ministry of Economic Development. The group will arrive in North Cyprus between the 22nd and 27th July. A group of businessmen, members of the Union of Azerbaijan-Turkey will be visiting the island at the end of July to evaluate the possibility of investment in the TRNC and bilateral trade between Azerbaijan and the Republic.
Azeri Airline will begin direct flights to the TRNC from the 31st July becoming the first non Turkish carrier to fly direct. It is hoped that others will follow in the future.
Large numbers attend 'Day of Shame' protest rally.
A protest rally organised by the International Council for North Cyprus (ICNC) took place on the 15 th July the day that marked the 31 st anniversary of the Greek inspired coup that lead to the intervention 5 days later on the 20 th July by the Turkish army. The events that followed led to the international trade embargoes and isolation of the TRNC. The protest took place in the form of a 300-vehicle convoy that travelled from the Gönyeli roundabout to the TRNC assembly buildings in Lefkosa.
Chairman of the ICNC, Ergün Olgun said he was pleased by the amount of support the rally had received, but added "we are sad that this is July 15 th , a day that led to thousands of people dying and are sad to remember the people that died." Mr Olgun commented that Turkish Cypriot people were now rising against their isolation and the deprivation of their rights.
St Hilarion Castle - renovations unveiled.
St Hilarion Castle has recently undergone eight months of renovations, which were finally unveiled on Friday night. Improvements include displays of drawings, plans and sculptures reflecting both military and civilian life within the Castle during the Lusignan period. New signposts to guide visitors have been erected and close-circuit security cameras have been installed.
A leaflet providing information on the flora and fauna found around the area of the castle has been published and is available free of charge to visitors.
' Peace and Freedom' celebrations
Monday the 18 th July sees the beginning of this year's celebration to mark the 31 st anniversary of the 20 th July 1974 , Turkish intervention.
Events begin on Monday evening in Yeni Erenkoy with a performance by the Security Forces Band and a display of dances by the State Folk Dance Group. Other celebrations will take place in Lefkosa, Lefke and Geçitkale.
On Wednesday, official ceremonies will start in Lefkosa with a march past, moving onto Girne with different events ranging from an international beach volleyball tournament and an aerobatic display by the Turkish Stars display team.
UK focusing on easing North Cyprus isolation
Following taking over the EU presidency at the beginning of July, Britain has said it will focusing its efforts on seeking approval of the EU's aid and direct trade regulations aimed at easing the Turkish Cypriots isolation.
This was the comment made by the new High Commissioner Peter Millett.
During Luxembourg 's six month, presidency moves on the two regulations were non-conclusive.
Mr Millett told journalists at the High commission in Lefkosa, that British officials were discussing the financial assistance regulation with the European Commission now. He added that this was not a matter to be put aside and progress should be made.
Mr Millett said Britain , as EU president, would not make any proposal or launch any initiative on the Cyprus Problem - the United Nations could only take such a step. However, solution of the Cyprus problem was imperative and the Annan plan should form the basis of potential talks. The High Commissioner also underlined that one of the most important matters Britain would handle during its presidential term was to launch full membership negotiations with Turkey in October.
North Cyprus weather forecast
Following a short respite from scorching temperatures, a new heat wave is set to arrive in North Cyprus . Hot conditions from Basra will bring temperatures soaring back up to 40C.
Highest temperatures inland will be between 37 - 40C, and between 30 = 32C on the coast.
Last weeks maximum and minimum temperatures were as follows
|
MAXIMUM |
MINIMUM |
Lefko sa |
40.6C |
20.0C |
Ercan |
40.6C |
18.8C |
Gazi Magusa |
34.8C |
20.9C |
Girne |
33.4C |
22.5C |
Güzelyurt |
36.6C |
18.0C |
Exchange Rates (as of 09.07.05)
£ Sterling |
2.34YTL |
$ Dollar |
1.34YTL |
€ Euro |
1.60YTL |
£ Cyprus pounds |
2.70YTL |
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