“During consultations today the Security Council heard briefings from the Special Representative of the Secretary-General in Cyprus Mr. Lisa Buttenheim and the Special Advisor of the Secretary-General Mr. Alexander Downer.
Council members expressed their support for the political process in Cyprus and for reaching an agreement as soon as possible on a joint statement between the two sides which would lead to re-launching meaningful and effective negotiations.
Council members expressed broad support for the Good Offices exercise by the Secretary-General in the process and for the mission of Mr. Downer. Moreover there was broad support for the renewal of UNFICYP’s mandate for additional 6 months.
Thank you.”