From "problem" to "solution": Cyprus as a strategic partner

For many, Cyprus has largely been defined by the Turkish occupation. This view is changing, however, as Cyprus positions itself as a frontline state for Western interests and an increasingly relevant strategic partner for the United States. Evangelos Savva, the Ambassador of Cyprus to the United States, joins Thanos Davelis to discuss how Cyprus has moved from being viewed solely as a problem to becoming part of the solution to key regional challenges, and look at whether Cyprus’s regional relevance can help solve the Cyprus problem.You can read the articles we discuss on our podcast here:From “problem” to “solution”: Cyprus as a strategic partner, diplomatic linchpin, and occupied state”John Sarbanes presented with Leader awardGreek-American relations on the agenda of Kathimerini’s 5th Southeast Europe and EastMed ForumKathimerini Forum: Signs of optimism in the Western Balkans, but no closer to EU accessionFor rights campaigner in Greece, same-sex marriage recognition follows decades of struggleGreece on the brink of legalising same-sex marriage