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RESOLUTION No. 9/6 - P (IS) ON THE SITUATION IN CYPRUS
ADOPTED BY THE ISLAMIC SUMMIT

The Sixth Islamic Summit Conference (Session of Al-Quds Al-Sharif, Concord and Unity), held in Dakar, Republic of Senegal, from 3-5 Jumada II, 1412H (9-11 December, 1991);

Reaffirming the previous resolutions of the Islamic Conference on the question of Cyprus which express firm support for the rightful cause of the Turkish Muslim Community of Cyprus who constitute an integral part of the Islamic world;

Reaffirming further its support for the continuing efforts of the United Nations Secretary General under his mission of good offices;

Welcoming in this connection the proposal made by Turkey for a high-level quadripartite meeting with the participation of the two parties in Cyprus on the basis of equality and by Turkey and Greece;

Recalling that in the more than 28 years since the establishment of UNFICYP, it has not been possible to achieve a negotiated settlement of the Cyprus problem;

Mindful of the necessity to respect the political equality of the two sides in Cyprus in order to help the attainment of an overall agreement;

Noting the Report of the Secretary General contained in document IS/6-91/PIL/D.3/Rev.1;

Having heard with fraternal sentiments the statement of His Excellency President Denktash who voiced the rightful cause of his people and explained the reasons for their request to be a full member of the Conference;

Expressing its solidarity with the Turkish Muslim Community of Cyprus and its appreciation for their constructive efforts to attain a just and mutually acceptable settlement;

1. Reaffirms the full equality of the two parties in Cyprus as the principle enabling them to live side-by-side in security, peace and harmony without the one having the ability to exploit, oppress or threaten the other.

2. Urges the Member States, to strengthen effective solidarity with the Turkish Muslim Community of Cyprus and to assist them in reaching a just and durable settlement to the Cyprus problem.

3. Decides to support until the Cyprus problem is solved, the rightful claim of the Turkish Muslim Community of Cyprus for the right to be heard in all international forums where the Cyprus problem comes for discussion, on the basis of equality of the two parties in Cyprus.

4. Decides further:

a) to continue the enhancement of the participation of the Turkish Muslim Community of Cyprus in the Islamic Conference by enabling it to take part effectively in the work and activities and meetings of all the organs of the OIC, including its subsidiary organs and affiliated institutions; and

b) to call on and urge the Member States to increase and expand their relations with the Turkish Muslim Community of Cyprus in all fields and in particular in the fields of trade, tourism, culture, information, investment and sports.

5. Requests the Islamic Development Bank to complete its comprehensive study on the economic situation and needs of the Turkish Muslim Community of Cyprus, with a view to promoting its economic development.

6. Calls on the two parties to negotiate together on an equal footing towards freely reaching a mutually acceptable solution.

7. Calls further on the two parties to seek a new relationship based on respect for each other's rights and identities in order to facilitate a new partnership between them.

8. Decides to remain seized of the request of the Turkish Muslim Community of Cyprus.

9. Requests the Secretary General to take all the necessary measures for the implementation of this Resolution and to make further recommendations as appropriate.

10. Requests further the Secretary General of the Organization of Islamic Conference to monitor closely developments in Cyprus and to present a comprehensive report to the next Islamic Conference of Foreign Ministers.

RESOLUTION No. 14 /7 - P (IS) ON THE SITUATION IN CYPRUS
ADOPTED BY THE ISLAMIC SUMMIT

The Seventh Islamic Summit Conference (Session of Fraternity and Revival), held in Casablanca, Kingdom of Morocco, from 11 to 13 Rajab, 1415H, corresponding to 13-15 December, 1994,

Reaffirming the previous resolutions of the Islamic Conferences on the question of Cyprus which express firm support for the rightful cause of the Turkish Muslim Community of Cyprus who constitute an integral part of the Islamic world;

Reiterating its support for the efforts of the UN Secretary General under his mission of good offices towards a negotiated settlement mutually acceptable to both sides;

Welcoming, in this context, the acceptance by the Turkish Cypriot side of the package of confidence building measures suggested by the UN Secretary General following his assessment of November 1992 that it would be difficult to achieve any success in the negotiations towards a comprehensive settlement as long as the current crisis of confidence between the two sides continues;

Noting that there had been sufficient progress for the United Nations to implement the package of confidence building measures on the basis outlined in the UN Secretary General's complementary report of 28 June 1994 concerning his mission of good offices;

Recalling that in the more than 30 years since the establishment of UNFICYP, it has not been possible to achieve a negotiated settlement of the Cyprus problem;

Mindful of the necessity to respect the full equality of the two sides in Cyprus in order to facilitate the efforts towards an overall settlement;

Recalling its resolution adopted at the 20th Session as well as the resolution adopted by the Sixth Islamic Summit Conference which decided the enhancement of the participation of the Turkish Muslim community of Cyprus in the OIC;

Welcoming the Report of the Secretary General contained in document ICFM/22-94/PIL/D.9;

Appreciating the economic study on the Turkish Muslim Community of Cyprus undertaken by the Islamic Development Bank;

Having considered in this context the request of the Turkish Cypriot side for full membership in the Organization of the Islamic Conference;

Expressing its solidarity with the Turkish Muslim Community of Cyprus and its appreciation for their constructive efforts to attain a just and mutually acceptable settlement;

2. Urges the Member States to strengthen effective solidarity with the Turkish Muslim people of Cyprus and to increase and expand their relations in all fields and in particular in the fields of trade, tourism, culture, information, investment and sports.

3. Decides to support until the Cyprus problem is solved, the rightful claim of the Turkish Muslim Community of Cyprus for the right to be heard in all international fora where the Cyprus problem comes up for discussion, on the basis of equality of the two parties in Cyprus.

4. Requests the Secretary General to take appropriate action on the economic study on the Turkish Muslim Community of Cyprus undertaken by the Islamic Development Bank.

5. Considers that building of mutual confidence between the two parties in the island is essential to make progress towards an overall settlement of the question.

6. Calls on the two parties to cooperate fully with the UN Secretary General to achieve agreement on the modalities for implementing the confidence building measures at the earliest possible time.

7. Decides to remain seized of the request of the Turkish Muslim Community of Cyprus.

8. Requests the Secretary General to take all the necessary measures for the implementation of this Resolution and to make further recommendations as appropriate.

9. Requests further the Secretary General of the Organization of the Islamic Conference to monitor closely developments in Cyprus and to present a comprehensive report to the next Islamic Summit and the Twenty-Third Islamic Conference of Foreign Ministers.

RESOLUTION NO. 16/8-P (IS) ON THE SITUATION IN CYPRUS

The Eighth Session of the Islamic Summit Conference (Session of Dignity, Dialogue, Participation) held in Tehran, Islamic Republic of Iran, from 9 to 11 Sha'aban, 1418H (9-11 December, 1997),

Recalling that in the more than 30 years since the establishment of UNFICYP, it has not been possible to achieve a negotiated settlement of the Cyprus problem;

Calling for a just political settlement by respecting the legitimate aspirations of the Turkish Cypriot side;

Emphasizing in this regard the key importance of respecting the principles of equal political status in the attainment of a freely negotiated and mutually acceptable solution;

Reiterating its support for the efforts of the UN Secretary General under his mission of good offices towards a negotiated settlement mutually acceptable to both sides;

Welcoming in this context, the resumption of direct talks between the two sides in Cyprus at Troutbeck and Glion and subsequent direct talks in Nicosia on humanitarian and normalization issues under the auspices of UN Secretary General's Representative;

Regretting that outside developments raising the possibility of EU membership of the Greek Cypriot side have hampered progress at these talks;

Welcoming the fact that the Turkish Cypriot side has accepted the UN sponsored package of military confidence building currently being discussed under UNFICYP auspices;

Calling on the Greek Cypriot side to show a reciprocal constructive approach by accepting this proposal;

Considering that the excessive rearmament and purchase of S-300 missiles by the Greek Cypriot side further deepen the existing mistrust between the two sides and constitute a threat to peace and stability in the island and the region;

Recalling its resolution adopted at the 24th Session of the Islamic Conference of Foreign Ministers as well as the resolution adopted by the Seventh Islamic Summit Conference which decided the enhancement of the participation of the Turkish Muslim Community of Cyprus in the Organization of the Islamic Conference;

Noting in this regard its resolution adopted at the 24th Session of ICFM as well as resolution No.14/7-P (IS) adopted by the Seventh Islamic Summit Conference;

Appreciating the economic study on the Turkish Muslim Community of Cyprus undertaken by the Islamic Development Bank;

Having considered in this context the request of the Turkish Cypriot side for full membership in the Organization of the Islamic Conference;

Expressing its solidarity with the Turkish Muslim Community of Cyprus and its appreciation for their constructive efforts to attain a just and mutually acceptable settlement;

Noting with appreciation the report of the Secretary General contained in document No.IS/8-97/PIL/D.12.

1. Reaffirms the total equality of the two parties in Cyprus as the principle enabling them to live side-by-side in security, peace and harmony without the one having the ability to exploit, oppress or threaten the other.

4. Requests the Secretary General to carry out the necessary contacts with the Islamic Development Bank with a view to seeking the ways and means of the latter's assistance for the development projects of the Turkish Muslim Community of Cyprus.

5. Considers that building of mutual confidence between the two parties in the island is essential to make progress towards an overall settlement of the question.

6. Decides to remain seized of the request of the Turkish Muslim Community of Cyprus for full membership of the OIC.

7. Requests the Secretary General to take all necessary measures for the implementation of this Resolution and to make further recommendations as appropriate.

8. Requests further the Secretary General to monitor closely developments in Cyprus and submit a report thereon to the Ninth Session of the Islamic Summit Conference.

RESOLUTION NO. 23/9-P(IS) ON THE SITUATION IN CYPRUS

The Ninth Session of the Islamic Summit Conference, Session of Peace and Development "Al Aqsa Intifada", held in Doha, State of Qatar, from 16 to 17 Shabaan 1421H (12-13 November, 2000),

Reaffirming the previous resolutions of the Islamic Conferences on the question of Cyprus which express firm support for the rightful cause of the Turkish Muslim people of Cyprus who constitute an integral part of the Islamic world;

Recalling that in more than 35 years since the establishment of UNFICYP, it has not been possible to achieve a negotiated settlement of the Cyprus problem;

Emphasizing in this regard the key importance of respecting the principles of equal political status in the attainment of a freely negotiated and mutually acceptable solution;

Calling on the two parties in Cyprus to reciprocally acknowledge each others' equal status in order to pave the way to a lasting settlement on a mutually agreed basis;

Supporting in this regard the opening statement of the UN Secretary General of 12 September 2000, at the start of the fourth round of the proximity talks;

Reiterating its support for the efforts of the UN Secretary General under his mission of good offices towards a negotiated settlement mutually acceptable to both sides;

Welcoming the agreement reached between the two parties in Cyprus to start proximity talks to prepare the ground for meaningful negotiations leading to a comprehensive settlement;

Welcoming in this context the willingness shown by the Turkish Cypriot side for a political and viable settlement by presenting a comprehensive proposal on 31 August 1998;

Regretting that outside developments raising the possibility of EU membership of the Greek Cypriot side have continued to hamper progress towards a negotiated settlement;

Considering that building of mutual confidence between the two sides in Cyprus is essential to make progress towards a just and lasting settlement;

Welcoming the fact that the Turkish Cypriot side has accepted the UN sponsored package of military confidence building measures presented by the UN Secretary General;

Calling on the Greek Cypriot side to show a reciprocal constructive approach by accepting this proposal;

Considering that the massive arms purchase and the establishment of a military air base in Paphos as well as the continuing construction of a naval base in Zygi by the Greek Cypriot side further deepen the existing mistrust between the two sides and constitute a threat to peace and stability in the island and the region;

Recalling its Resolution No. 16/8-P(IS) adopted at the 8th Session of the Islamic Summit Conference which decided the enhancement of the participation of the Turkish Muslim People of Cyprus in the Organization of the Islamic Conference;

Having considered in this context the request of the Turkish Cypriot side for full membership in the Organization of the Islamic Conference;

Expressing its solidarity with the Turkish Muslim People of Cyprus and its appreciation for their constructive efforts to attain a just and mutually acceptable settlement;

Noting with appreciation the report of the Secretary General on the situation in Cyprus contained in document No. IS/9-2000/PIL/D.11);

2. Urges the Member States to strengthen effective solidarity with the Turkish Muslim people of Cyprus and with a view to helping them to overcome the inhuman isolation which has been imposed upon them to increase and expand their relations in all fields and in particular in the fields of trade, tourism, culture, information, investment and sports.

3. Decides to support until the Cyprus problem is solved, the rightful claim of the Turkish Muslim people of Cyprus for the right to be heard in all international fora where the Cyprus problem comes up for discussion, on the basis of equality of the two parties in Cyprus.

5. Decides to remain actively seized of the request of the Turkish Cypriot side of Cyprus for full membership of the OIC.

6. Requests the Secretary General to take all necessary measures for the implementation of this Resolution and to report thereon to the Tenth Session of the Islamic Summit Conference.

RESOLUTION No. 16/7 - P ADOPTED BY THE ISLAMIC CONFERENCE OF FOREIGN MINISTERS THE CYPRUS QUESTION AND THE CAUSE OF THE TURKISH MUSLIM COMMUNITY OF CYPRUS

The Seventh Islamic Conference of Foreign Ministers meeting in Istanbul, Republic of Turkey, from 13-16 Jumad Al Awal, 1396H. (12-15 May, 1976)

Having listened with great sympathy and interest to the statement of His Excellency Rauf Denktash, Leader of the Turkish Muslim Community of Cyprus, who has voiced the struggle of his oppressed people for justice, dignity and legitimate rights:

1. Notes with satisfaction the interest of the fraternal people of the Turkish Muslim Cypriot Community to contribute to the Islamic Solidarity;

2. Supports the equality in rights for the Turkish Moslem Community of Cyprus as co-partners with the Greek Cypriot Community within the framework of Independence, sovereignty, territorial integrity, and non-alignment of the Republic of Cyprus;

3. Endorses the efforts of the Turkish Moslem Community of Cyprus for a peaceful political settlement, through the intercommunal talks, based on a federal constitution, within the framework of which the two communities will be able to live in peace and co-exist with each other;

4. Decides to support until the Cyprus problem is solved, the rightful claim of the Turkish Community of Cyprus to be heard in all international forums where the Cyprus problem comes up for discussion, on the basis of equality with the Greek Cypriot Representatives,

5. Agrees that the Representatives of the Turkish Moslem Community of Cyprus be invited to attend the future meetings of the Islamic Conference.

RESOLUTION No. 6/8 - P ADOPTED BY THE ISLAMIC CONFERENCE OF FOREIGN MINISTERS THE CYPRUS QUESTION AND THE TURKISH MUSLIM COMMUNITY OF CYPRUS

The Eighth Islamic Conference of Foreign Ministers meeting in Tripoli, Socialist People's Libyan Arab Jamahiriya, from 27 Jumad Al Awal to 3 Jumad Al Thani, 1397H. (16-22 May,1977)

Having listened with attention and sympathetic feelings to the statement of His Excellency President Rauf R. Denktash, who voiced the rightful cause of his People:

Reaffirms its Resolution on the Question of Cyprus adopted at its Seventh Conference, (16/7.P);

Welcomes the agreement reached between the leaders of the two Cypriot communities aiming at the establishment of an independent, non-aligned Federal Republic of Cyprus;

Supports the principle of political equality for the two communities in a bi-communal federal administration which will enable them to live in peace side by side without one having the right to oppress the other;

Notes with satisfaction the resumption of the negotiations between the two communities concerning certain fundamental aspects of the Cyprus problem and urges that these negotiations be pursued with a view to reaching freely an equitable settlement acceptable to both parties;

Urges the members of the Islamic Conference to take all the, necessary measures with a view to extend and strengthen effective solidarity for the Turkish Muslim Community of Cyprus.

RESOLUTION No. 4/9 - P ADOPTED BY THE ISLAMIC CONFERENCE OF
FOREIGN MINISTERS THE CYPRUS QUESTION

The Ninth Islamic Conference of Foreign Ministers meeting in Dakar, Republic of Senegal; from 17-21 Jumad Al Awal, 1398H. (24-28 April,1978)

Having heard in a fraternal spirit the statement of His Excellency President Rauf Denktash who voiced the rightful cause of his people;

Reaffirms its Resolutions on the Question of Cyprus adopted at its Seventh and Eighth Conference;

Recalls the 4 point agreement reached in February, 1977, between the leaders of the two Cypriot Communities, aiming at the establishment of an independent, bi-communal, non-aligned Federal State;

Welcomes the efforts of the Muslim Turkish Community of Cyprus for the resumption of the inter-communal negotiations, through concrete and substantial proposals;

Expresses the hope that the inter-communal talks shall be resumed, without further delay, in a constructive and meaningful way to yield positive results; satisfactory to both national communities;

Supports the principle of equality for the two communities within a bi-communal federal administration which will enable them to live in peace, together excluding the possibility of one community oppressing or exploiting the other;

Urges all Members of the Islamic Conference to take all necessary measures with a view to further strengthening effective solidarity with the Turkish Muslim Community of Cyprus.

RESOLUTION No. 11/10 - P ADOPTED BY THE ISLAMIC CONFERENCE OF
FOREIGN MINISTERS THE CYPRUS QUESTION

The Tenth Islamic Conference of Foreign Ministers (Palestine and Al Quds Al Sharif Session) meeting in Fez, Kingdom of Morocco, from 10-14 Jumad Al Thani, 1399H. (8-12 May, 1979)

Having listened with fraternal feelings to the statement of Mr. Rauf R. Denktash, who voiced the rightful cause of his people:

Reaffirms its Resolutions on the question of Cyprus, adopted at its Seventh, Eighth and Ninth Conferences;

Recalls the 4 point agreement reached in February 1977, between the leaders of the two Cypriot Communities, aiming at the establishment of an independent, sovereign, territorially integral, bi-communal and non-aligned Federal Republic of Cyprus, to the satisfaction of both national Communities;

Welcomes the efforts of the Muslim Turkish Community of Cyprus, as a result of which the leaders of the two communities are scheduled to meet in mid-May, with a view to paving the way for the resumption of the intercommunal negotiations;

Expresses the hope that the intercommunal talks will be resumed without further delay, in a constructive and meaningful way, and will yield positive results;

Supports the principle of equality for the two communities, in a bi-communal federal administration, which will enable them to live in peace, side by side, without the one having the right to oppress or exploit the other;

Urges the Members of the Islamic Conference to take all the necessary measures with a view to further strengthening effective solidarity with the Muslim Turkish Community of Cyprus;

Invites the two Communities to accede to a "truce" conducive to the peaceful settlement of the dispute through intercommunal negotiations; and

Calls upon the member states of the Islamic Conference to use their good offices and to do everything in their power so as to enable the Muslim Turkish Cypriot Community to benefit from international aid and assistance to revive their economy, hampered by the blockade currently being imposed on them.

RESOLUTION No. 21/11 - P ADOPTED BY THE ISLAMIC CONFERENCE OF FOREIGN MINISTERS THE CYPRUS QUESTION

The Eleventh Islamic Conference of Foreign Ministers meeting in Islamabad, Islamic Republic of Pakistan, from 2-7 Rajab, 1400H. (17-22 May, 1980)

Reaffirms its previous Resolutions on the question of Cyprus, adopted at its Seventh, Eighth, Ninth and Tenth Annual Session(s);

Notes with satisfaction the goodwill and conciliatory disposition of the Muslim Turkish Cypriot Community, reflected in its efforts for the peaceful settlement of the dispute;

Recalls the 4-point agreement reached in February,1977, between the leaders of the two Cypriot Communities. which incorporates, in its entirety, the basic principles for a final solution and welcomes the 10-point agreement reached last May between the two Communities;

Expresses the hope that the inter-communal negotiations. which constitute the best way for finding a final solution, will be resumed without further delay, under the aegis of the U.N. Secretary General, in a constructive and meaningful way and that they will yield positive results to the satisfaction of both national Communities of the Island;

Supports the principle of equality for the two Communities. in a bi-communal federal state. which will enable them to live side-by-side, in peace, harmony and security, without the one having the right to exploit or oppress the other;

Invites the two Communities to accede to a "truce" conducive to the peaceful settlement of the dispute through inter-communal talks;

Urges the Member States of the Islamic Conference to take all the necessary measures with a view to further strengthening effective solidarity with the Muslim Turkish community of Cyprus; and

Calls upon Member States and institutions of the Conference to do everything in their power in order to enable the Muslim Turkish Community of Cyprus to benefit from international aid and assistance flowing into the island, and requests the Islamic Development Bank to assist the economy of the Muslim Turkish Community of Cyprus.

RESOLUTION No. 14/14 - P ADOPTED BY THE ISLAMIC CONFERENCE OF FOREIGN MINISTERS THE QUESTION OF CYPRUS

The Fourteenth Islamic Conference of Foreign Ministers' Meeting in Dhaka, the People's Republic of Bangladesh, 2 - 7 Rabiul Awal, 1404H (6 - 11 December 1983)

Reaffirms its previous Resolutions on the question of Cyprus;

Expresses once again its sympathy and support for the efforts of the Turkish Muslim Cypriot community to achieve equal status and to secure their just rights and believes that it is in the interest of the two community in Cyprus to continue to explore 311 possibilities for negotiated settlement which ensures the independence, sovereignty, territorial integrity and Non-Alignment of Cyprus within the framework of the I977 and 1979 High Level Agreements, the 1980 Opening Statement and the 1981 UN Evaluation Document, which provide for the establishment of a partnership bicommunal, bi-zonal Federal State.

Considers that direct talks between the two Cyprus communities on an equal footing and within the framework of the mission of good offices of the UN Secretary-General entrusted to him by the UN Security Council are the most appropriate forum for pursuing a concrete and effective negotiating process towards a just and lasting settlement of the problem and notes with satisfaction the desire of the Turkish Cypriot Community to continue the intercommunal talks under the good offices of the Secretary General of the United Nations.

Expresses the belief that any action which endangers the inter-communal talks would not be in the interest of the two communities:

Urges the two communities to engage immediately in negotiations within the framework of the good offices mission of the UN Secretary-General on practical issues to the mutual benefit of two communities in Cyprus, with a view to promoting an atmosphere of goodwill, establish mutual confidence and thus facilitate progress towards a final comprehensive solution to the Cyprus question.

Welcomes the determination of the Turkish Muslim Cypriot community as unreservedly expressed not to unite with any state unless it be in a federation with the Greek Cypriot community;

Supports the right of the Turkish Cypriot community to be heard at all fora where the Cyprus question is raised until a just and lasting solution is reached;

Urges the Member States of the Organization of the Islamic Conference to take all the necessary measures with a view to further strengthening effective solidarity with the Muslim Turkish Cypriot people.

RESOLUTION No. 41/19 - P ADOPTED BY THE ISLAMIC CONFERENCE OF FOREIGN MINISTERS THE SITUATION IN CYPRUS

The Nineteenth Islamic Conference of Foreign Ministers (Session of Peace, Independence and Development), held in Cairo, Arab Republic of Egypt, from 9 - 14 Muharram, 1411H (31 July to 5 August 1990),

Reaffirming its previous resolutions on the question of Cyprus which express firm support for the rightful cause of the Turkish Muslim people of Cyprus;

Reaffirming further its support for United Nations Security Council Resolution 649(1990) of 12 March 1990, which was accepted by both sides to the Cyprus problem and reiterating the importance of reaching an early negotiated settlement;

Recalling that in the more than 25 years since the establishment of UNFICYP, it has not been possible to achieve a negotiated settlement of all aspects of the Cyprus problem;

Mindful of the sensitive stage reached in the question of Cyprus;

Expressing its solidarity with the Turkish Muslim community of Cyprus;

1. Supports the principle of the full equality of the two communities that would enable them to live side-by-side in peace, harmony and security without the one having the right to exploit, oppress or threaten the other.

2. Supports the good offices mission of the United Nations Secretary General.

3. Expresses the hope that both parties will work towards freely reaching a mutually acceptable solution by sincerely cooperating on an equal footing with U.N. Secretary General to arrive at an agreement providing for the establishment of a federation that will be bi-communal as regards the constitutional aspects and bi-zonal as regards the territorial aspects in line with the high-level agreements and to reach a settlement safe-guarding its independence, sovereignty, territorial integrity and non-alignment, excluding union in whole or in part with any other country and any form of partition or secession.

4. Calls for the prompt elimination of the serious obstacle that has been posed on the way of meaningful negotiations through the act of one of the parties.

5. Calls on the parties concerned to refrain from actions that increase tension and hostility in the Island and to seek a new relationship based on mutual respect for each other's rights and identities in order to facilitate a negotiated settlement.

6. Urges the Member States of the Islamic Conference to strengthen effective solidarity with the Turkish Muslim community of Cyprus in reaching a just and durable settlement of their problem.

7. Requests the Secretary General of OIC to closely monitor developments in Cyprus and to present a comprehensive report to the next Islamic Conference of Foreign Ministers.

RESOLUTION No. 30/20 - P ADOPTED BY THE ISLAMIC CONFERENCE OF FOREIGN MINISTERS THE SITUATION IN CYPRUS

The Twentieth Islamic Conference of Foreign Ministers (Session of Just and Durable Peace Through Dialogue and Cooperation among Member States and Respect for International Legitimacy), held in Istanbul, Republic of Turkey, from 24-28 Muharram 1412H (4-8 August 1991),

Reaffirming the previous resolutions of the Islamic Conferences on the question of Cyprus which express firm support for the rightful cause of the Turkish Muslim community of Cyprus who constitute and integral part of the Islamic world;

Reaffirming further its support for United Nations Security Council Resolution 649 (1990) of 12 March 1990, which was accepted by both sides to the Cyprus problem as a basis for negotiated settlement and for the continuing efforts of the United Nations Secretary General towards that end under his mission of good offices;

Welcoming in this connection the proposal made by Turkey for a high-level quadripartite meeting with the participation of the two parties in Cyprus on the basis of equality and by Turkey and Greece;

Recalling that in the more than 27 years since the establishment of UNFICYP, it has not been possible to achieve a negotiated settlement of the Cyprus problem;

Mindful of the necessity to respect the equality of the two sides in Cyprus in order to help the attainment of an overall agreement;

Recalling its resolution 16/7-P adopted at the 7th Islamic Conference of Foreign Ministers in which it was agreed that the Representatives of the Turkish Muslim community of Cyprus be invited to attend the future meetings of the Islamic Conference;

Noting the Report of the Secretary General contained in document ICFM/20-91/PIL/D.21;

Having considered in this context the request of the Turkish Cypriot side for membership in the Islamic Conference;

Expressing its solidarity with the Turkish Muslim Community of Cyprus and its appreciation for their constructive efforts to attain a just and mutually acceptable settlement;

2. Urges the Member States to strengthen effective solidarity with the Turkish Muslim Community of Cyprus and to assist them in reaching a just and durable settlement to the Cyprus problem.

3. Decides to support until the Cyprus problem is solved, the rightful claim of the Turkish Muslim Community of Cyprus for the right to be heard in all international forums where the Cyprus problem comes up for discussion, on the basis of equality of the two parties in Cyprus.

4. Decides further:

a) to enhance the participation of the Turkish Muslim Community of Cyprus in the Islamic Conference by enabling it to take part effectively in the work and activities and meetings of all the organs of the OIC, including its subsidiary organs and affiliated institutions; and

Requests the Islamic Development Bank to undertake in consultation with the Turkish Muslim Community of Cyprus a comprehensive study on their economic situation and needs with a view to promoting their economic development.

6. Calls on the two parties to negotiate together on an equal footing towards freely reaching a mutually acceptable solution in accordance with the provisions of United Nations Security Council Resolution 649 (1990).

7.� Calls further on the two parties to seek a new relationship based on respect for each other's rights and identities in order to facilitate a new partnership between them.

8. Decides to remain seized of the request of the Turkish Muslim Community of Cyprus.

9. Requests the Secretary-General to take all the necessary measures for the implementation of this resolution and to make further recommendations as appropriate.

10. Requests further the Secretary General of the Organization of Islamic Conference to monitor closely developments in Cyprus and to present a comprehensive report to the Dakar Islamic Summit and the next Islamic Conference of Foreign Ministers.

RESOLUTION No. 14/22 - P ADOPTED BY THE ISLAMIC CONFERENCE OF FOREIGN MINISTERS THE SITUATION IN CYPRUS

The Twenty-Second Islamic Conference of Foreign Ministers, held in Casablanca, Kingdom of Morocco, from 8 to 10 Rajab, 1415H (10-12 December, 1994),

Reiterating its support for the efforts of the UN Secretary General under his mission of good offices towards a negotiated settlement mutually acceptable to both sides;

Recalling that in the more than 30 years since the establishment of UNFICYP, it has not been possible to achieve a negotiated settlement of the Cyprus problem;

Mindful of the necessity to respect the full equality of the two sides in Cyprus in order to facilitate the efforts towards an overall settlement;

Welcoming the Report of the Secretary General contained in document ICFM/22-94/PIL/D.9;

Appreciating the economic study on the Turkish Muslin Community of Cyprus undertaken by the Islamic Development Bank;

Having considered in this context the request of the Turkish Cypriot side for full membership in the Organization of the Islamic Conference;

Expressing its solidarity with the Turkish Muslim Community of Cyprus and its appreciation for their constructive efforts to attain a just and mutually acceptable settlement;

2 . Urges the Member States to strengthen effective solidarity with the Turkish Muslim people of Cyprus and to increase and expand their relations in all fields and in particular in the fields of trade, tourism, culture, information, investment and sports.

3 . Decides to support until the Cyprus problem is solved, the rightful claim of the Turkish Muslim Community of Cyprus for the right to be heard in all international fora where the Cyprus problem comes up for discussion, on the basis of equality of the two parties in Cyprus.

4. Requests the Secretary General to take appropriate action on the economic study on the Turkish Muslim Community of Cyprus undertaken by the Islamic Development Bank.

5. Considers that building of mutual confidence between the two parties in the island is essential to make progress towards an overall settlement of the question.

6. Calls on the two parties to cooperate fully with the UN Secretary General to achieve agreement on the modalities for implementing the confidence building measures at the earliest possible time.

7. Decides to remain seized of the request of the Turkish Muslim Community of Cyprus.

8. Requests the Secretary General to take all the necessary measures for the implementation of this Resolution and to make further recommendations as appropriate.

RESOLUTION No. 14/23 - P ADOPTED BY THE ISLAMIC CONFERENCE OF FOREIGN MINISTERS THE SITUATION IN CYPRUS

(The Twenty-Third Islamic Conference of Foreign Ministers, held in Conakry, Republic of Guinea, from 9 to 21 Rajab, 1416H (9-12 December, 1995),

Reaffirming the previous resolutions on the Islamic Conferences on the question of Cyprus which express firm support for the rightful cause of the Turkish Muslim Community of Cyprus who constitutes an integral part time of the Islamic world;

Reiterating its support for the efforts on the UN Secretary General under his mission of good offices towards a negotiated settlement mutually acceptable to both sides;

Nothing that there had been sufficient progress for the United Nations to implement the package of confidence building measures on the basis outlined in the UN Secretary General's complementary report of 28 June 1994 concerning his mission of good offices;

Considering that the excessive rearmament of the Greek Cypriot side deepens further the existing mistrust between the two sides and constitutes a threat to peace and stability in the island;

Recalling that in the more than 30 years since the establishment of UNFICYP, it has not been possible to achieve a negotiated settlement of the Cyprus problem;

Mindful of the necessity to respect the full equality of the two sides in Cyprus in order to facilitate the efforts towards an overall settlement;

Recalling its resolution adopted at the 20th session as well as the resolution adopted by the Sixth Islamic Summit Conference which decided the enhancement of the participation of the Turkish Muslim community of Cyprus in the OIC;

Noting in this regard its resolution adopted at the 22nd Session as well as the resolution No. 14/7-P adopted by the Seventh Islamic Summit Conference,

Appreciating the economic study on the Turkish Muslim Community of Cyprus undertaken by the Islamic Development Bank;

Having considered in this context the request of the Turkish Cypriot side for full membership in the Organization of the Islamic Conference;

Expressing its solidarity with the Turkish Muslim Community of Cyprus and its appreciation for their constructive efforts to attain a just mutually acceptable settlement;

1. Reaffirms the equality of the parties in Cyprus as the principle enabling them to live side-by-side in security, peace and harmony without the one having the ability to exploit, oppress or threaten the other.

2. Urges the member States to strengthen effective solidarity with the Turkish Muslim people of Cyprus and to increase and expand their relations in all fields and in particular in the fields of trade, tourism, culture, information, investment and sports.

5. Considers that building of mutual confidence between the two parties in the island is essential to make progress towards an overall settlement of the question.

6. Calls on the two parties to cooperate fully with the UN Secretary General to achieve agreement for implementing the confidence building measures and to resume direct talks without any precondition.

7. Decides to remain seized of the request of the Turkish Muslim Community of Cyprus.

8. Requests the Secretary General to take all the necessary measures for the implementation of this Resolution and to make further recommendations as appropriate.

9. Requests further the Secretary General of the Organization of the Islamic Conference to monitor closely developments in Cyprus and to present a comprehensive report to the Twenty-Fourth Islamic Conference of Foreign Ministers.

RESOLUTION NO. /24-P ON THE SITUATION IN CYPRUS

The Twenty-fourth Islamic Conference of Foreign Ministers, held in Jakarta, Republic of Indonesia, from 28 Rajab to 3 Shaaban, 1417H (9-13 December, 1996),

Reiterating its support for the efforts of the UN Secretary General under his mission of good offices towards a negotiated settlement mutually acceptable to both sides;

Welcoming in this context, the acceptance by the Turkish Cypriot side of the package of confidence building measures suggested by the UN Secretary General following his assessment of November 1992 that it would be difficult to achieve any success in the negotiations towards a comprehensive settlement as long as the current crisis of confidence between the two sides continues;

Considering that the excessive rearmament of the Greek Cypriot side deepens further the existing mistrust between the two sides and constitutes a threat to peace and stability in the island;

Recalling that in the more than 30 years since the establishment of UNFICYP, it has not been possible to achieve a negotiated settlement of the Cyprus problem;

Mindful of the necessity to respect the full equality of the two sides in Cyprus in order to facilitate the efforts towards an overall settlement;

Noting in this regard its resolution adopted at the 22nd Session as well as the resolution No.14/7-P (IS) adopted by the Seventh Islamic Summit Conference;

Noting with appreciation the report of the Secretary General contained in document no. ICFM(23-96/PIL/D.9;

Appreciating the economic study on the Turkish Muslim Community of Cyprus undertaken by the Islamic Development Bank;

Having considered in this context the request of the Turkish Cypriot side for full membership in the Organization of the Islamic Conference;

Expressing its solidarity with the Turkish Muslim Community of Cyprus and its appreciation for their constructive efforts to attain a just and mutually acceptable settlement;

5. Considers that building of mutual confidence between the two parties in the island is essential to make progress towards an overall settlement of the question.

7. Decides to remain seized of the request of the Turkish Muslim Community of Cyprus.

8. Requests the Secretary General to take all necessary measures for the implementation of this Resolution and to make further recommendations as appropriate.

9. Requests further the Secretary General to monitor closely developments in Cyprus and to present a comprehensive report to the Twenty-fifth Islamic Conference of Foreign Ministers.

RESOLUTION NO. 17/25-P ON THE SITUATION IN CYPRUS

The Twenty-fifth Session of the Islamic Conference of Foreign Ministers (Session for a better future for the Peoples of the Islamic Ummah), held in Doha, State of Qatar, from 17 to 19 Dhul Quida, 1418H (15-17 March, 1998),

Recalling that in the more than 30 years since the establishment of UNFICYP, it has not been possible to achieve a negotiated settlement of the Cyprus problem;

Calling for a just political settlement by respecting the legitimate aspirations of the Turkish Cypriot side;

Emphasizing in this regard the key importance of respecting the principles of equal political status in the attainment of a freely negotiated and mutually acceptable solution;

Reiterating its support for the efforts of the UN Secretary General under his mission of good offices towards a negotiated settlement mutually acceptable to both sides;

Regretting that outside developments raising the possibility of EU membership of the Greek Cypriot side have hampered progress at these talks;

Welcoming the fact that the Turkish Cypriot side has accepted the UN sponsored package of military confidence building currently being discussed under UNFICYP auspices;

Calling on the Greek Cypriot side to show a reciprocal constructive approach by accepting this proposal;

Considering that the excessive rearmament and purchase of S-300 missiles and the establishment of a military air base in Paphos by the Greek Cypriot side further deepen the existing mistrust between the two sides and constitute a threat to peace and stability in the island and the region;

Recalling its resolution adopted at the 24th Session of the Islamic Conference of Foreign Ministers as well as the resolution adopted by the Seventh Session of the Islamic Summit Conference which decided the enhancement of the participation of the Turkish Muslim Community of Cyprus in the Organization of the Islamic Conference;

Noting in this regard its resolution adopted at the 24th Session of ICFM as well as resolution No.16/8-P (IS) adopted by the Eighth Session of the Islamic Summit Conference;

Appreciating the economic study on the Turkish Muslim Community of Cyprus undertaken by the Islamic Development Bank;

Having considered in this context the request of the Turkish Cypriot side for full membership in the Organization of the Islamic Conference;

Expressing its solidarity with the Turkish Muslim Community of Cyprus and its appreciation for their constructive efforts to attain a just and mutually acceptable settlement;

Noting with appreciation the report of the Secretary General on the situation in Cyprus contained in document No.ICFM/25-98/PIL/D.10),

5. Considers that building of mutual confidence between the two parties in the island is essential to make progress towards an overall settlement of the question.

6. Decides to remain seized of the request of the Turkish Muslim Community of Cyprus for full membership of the OIC.

7. Requests the Secretary General to take all necessary measures for the implementation of this Resolution and to make further recommendations as appropriate.

8. Requests further the Secretary General to monitor closely developments in Cyprus and submit a report thereon to the Twenty-sixth Session of the Islamic Conference of Foreign Ministers.

RESOLUTION NO. 18/26-P ON THE SITUATION IN CYPRUS

The Twenty-sixth Session of the Islamic Conference of Foreign Ministers (Session of Peace and Partnership for Development) held in Ouagadougou, Burkina-Faso from 15 to 18 Rabiul Awal 1420H ( 28 June - 1 July 1999),

Reaffirming the previous resolutions of the Islamic Conferences on the question of Cyprus which express firm support for the rightful cause of the Turkish Muslim People of Cyprus who constitutes an integral part of the Islamic world;

Recalling that in the more than 30 years since the establishment of UNFICYP, it has not been possible to achieve a negotiated settlement of the Cyprus problem;

Calling for a just political settlement by respecting the legitimate aspirations of the Turkish Cypriot side;

Emphasizing in this regard the key importance of respecting the principles of equal political status in the attainment of a freely negotiated and mutually acceptable solution;

Calling on the two parties in Cyprus to reciprocally acknowledge each others equal status in order to pave the way to a lasting settlement on a mutually agreed basis.

Reiterating its support for the efforts of the UN Secretary General under his mission of good offices towards a negotiated settlement mutually acceptable to both sides;

Welcoming in this context, the willingness shown by the Turkish Cypriot side for a political and viable settlement by presenting a comprehensive proposal on 31 August 1998 ;

Regretting that outside developments raising the possibility of EU membership of the Greek Cypriot side have continued to hamper progress towards a negotiated settlement ;

Considering that building of mutual confidence between the two sides in Cyprus is essential to make progress towards a just and lasting settlement

Welcoming to this effect the shuttle talks that the UNSG Deputy Special representative for Cyprus has initiated with the two sides , with the goal of reducing tension and promoting progress towards a just and lasting settlement;

Welcoming the fact that the Turkish Cypriot side has accepted the UN sponsored package of military confidence building measures presented by the UN Secretary General.

Calling on the Greek Cypriot side to show a reciprocal constructive approach by accepting this proposal;

Recalling its resolution adopted at the 25th Session of the Islamic Conference of Foreign Ministers as well as the resolution adopted by the Eighth Session of the Islamic Summit Conference which decided the enhancement of the participation of the Turkish Muslim People of Cyprus in the Organization of the Islamic Conference;

Noting in this regard its resolution adopted at the 25th Session of ICFM as well as resolution No.16/8-P (IS) adopted by the Eighth Session of the Islamic Summit Conference;

Appreciating the economic study on the Turkish Muslim People of Cyprus undertaken by the Islamic Development Bank;

Having considered in this context the request of the Turkish Cypriot side for full membership in the Organization of the Islamic Conference;

Expressing its solidarity with the Turkish Muslim People of Cyprus and its appreciation for their constructive efforts to attain a just and mutually acceptable settlement;

Noting with appreciation the report of the Secretary General on the situation in Cyprus contained in document No. ICFM/26-99/PIL/D.10.

3. Decides to support until the Cyprus problem is solved, the rightful claim of the Turkish Muslim People of Cyprus for the right to be heard in all international fora where the Cyprus problem comes up for discussion, on the basis of equality of the two parties in Cyprus.

5. Decides to remain actively seized of the request of the Turkish Cypriot side of Cyprus for full membership of the OIC.

6. Requests the Secretary General to take all necessary measures for the implementation of this Resolution and to make further recommendation as appropriate.

7. Requests further the Secretary General to monitor closely developments in Cyprus and submit a report thereon to the Twenty-seventh Session of the Islamic Conference of Foreign Ministers and the next Islamic Summit.

RESOLUTION NO.21/27-P ON THE SITUATION IN CYPRUS

The Twenty-seventh Session of the Islamic Conference of Foreign Ministers (Session of Islam and Globalization) held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia from 24 to 27 Rabi ul Awal 1421H ( 27 to 30 June 2000),