Scenarios for Cyprus After the Annan Referandum

This study aims to introduce a proper understanding
of the longlasting problems in Cyprus by analyzing
the specific elements that shape the conflict in the
region, starting by giving the historical details of
the island.
Considering similar conflicts that occurred
throughout the history and previously applied
mechanisms in order to manage the problems on the
island, several scenarios will be presented and
discussed to light the way for the best settlement
of conflicts. All the way through the study, the
method of merging comparative and single case
studies is adopted and in-dept interviews with the
former and incumbent presidents of Turkish Republic
of Northern Cyprus (TRNC) are made to supply views
of different generations whether nonrecognition of
the independence of TRNC have functioned as an
impediment ahead of conflict resolution. The study
is concluded by revealing that the case of TRNC fits
into the category of ethnic conflict just like the
case of Kosovo, hence the resolution that will be
applied in TRNC shall be very similar to Kosovar
experience.

Autorentext

Born in Ankara, 1984. Graduated from Bilkent University,
Department of International Relations, 2005. Pursued M.A Degree
at Bilkent, Department of IR, 2008. Thesis: Scenarios for Cyprus
after the Annan Referandum.
In 2005, worked as an intern in TRNC Embassy, Ankara.
As foreign languages, she speaks English and Greek
(Intermediate).

Klappentext

This study aims to introduce a proper understanding
of the longlasting problems in Cyprus by analyzing
the specific elements that shape the conflict in the
region, starting by giving the historical details of
the island.
Considering similar conflicts that occurred
throughout the history and previously applied
mechanisms in order to manage the problems on the
island, several scenarios will be presented and
discussed to light the way for the best settlement
of conflicts. All the way through the study, the
method of merging comparative and single case
studies is adopted and in-dept interviews with the
former and incumbent presidents of Turkish Republic
of Northern Cyprus (TRNC) are made to supply views
of different generations whether nonrecognition of
the independence of TRNC have functioned as an
impediment ahead of conflict resolution. The study
is concluded by revealing that the case of TRNC fits
into the category of ethnic conflict just like the
case of Kosovo, hence the resolution that will be
applied in TRNC shall be very similar to Kosovar
experience.