VOICED: Northern Cyprus heads to the polls for Presidential elections

The video discusses the political situation in Northern Cyprus, focusing on the current president, Mehmet Ali Talat, who is struggling in the polls. His main goal is to continue negotiations for reunifying the island to end its isolation. His opponent, Dervis Eroglu, is a nationalist who is skeptical of talks with Greek Cypriots and aims to challenge their president, Demetris Christofias. Turkey's influence is significant, as it seeks a resolution to the Cyprus issue to further its ambitions of joining the European Union. Despite numerous talks, the island remains divided.

What is Mehmet Ali Talat's main strategy to improve his political standing?

• To focus on economic development

• To form alliances with other countries

• To continue negotiations for reunification

• To increase military presence

What is Dervis Eroglu's stance on negotiations with Greek Cypriots?

• He is indifferent

• He is suspicious and promises to be tough

• He wants to avoid any negotiations

• He is supportive and optimistic

What does Dervis Eroglu promise to do if elected?

• Leave the negotiating table

• Give Demetris Christofias a hard time

• Focus on economic reforms

• Strengthen ties with the European Union

How does Turkey view the resolution of the Cyprus issue?

• As a minor regional issue

• As crucial for its EU membership ambitions

• As a resolved matter

• As irrelevant to its foreign policy

What has been the outcome of the 70 rounds of talks since 2008?

• Little sign of healing the division

• Complete reunification of Cyprus

• Increased isolation of Northern Cyprus

• Significant progress towards peace