as in the past decade, the presence in a country of such a force of the world Organization is beneficial and even indispensable, But it is equally true that, ultimately, no country should rely on that too much; nothing is healthier than the ability to sort out one’s own affairs and to maintain one’s own stability by one’s own means. There- fore, no outside factors should make it more difficult for the people of Cyprus, their two communities, their Govern. ments, to find a solution for their own, and nobody else’s, problems, rendering the presence of UNFICYP unnecessary, 88. Therefore, we sincerely hope that a definitive and positive turning-point will be reached soon in the negotia- tions between the two communities in Cyprus in the forthcoming period and that the two communities will be in a position to reach a final agreement. it is indeed high time that this agreement was reached and peace and mutual trust established with a view to ensuring the development and full progress of Cyprus. We hope that we shall be able to note, in December this year, that a long and strenuous mission of the United Nations has been completed success. fully. However, if such a development-so much desired by all of us-should not materialize, then we shall no doubt be obIiged, next December, to cease to express this desire in a routine-like way and examine, in a comprehensive manner, the problems and obstacles still standing in the way of the positive campletion of this peace-keeping mission of the United Nations. 89. I should like to conclude this statement by reiterating my Government’s appreciation of our long established and good relations with the neighbouring and friendly countries of Greece and Turkey. Our relations with the Republic of Cyprus are, of course, excellent; our two heads of State in 
**Analysis**
The text appears to be a statement by a government official or diplomat, discussing the situation in Cyprus and the role of the United Nations in maintaining peace and stability. The language used is diplomatic and focused on the political situation, with no mention of economic or social issues.

**Category**
International relations, Humanitarian aid and relief