United Nations		A/RES/37/253
	General Assembly				Distr.: General 16 December 1977

 

RESOLUTION 37/253 (1983)

The United Nations General Assembly adopted on May13, 1983, resolution 37/253 on Cyprus. The vote on the resolution was 103 in favor and 5 against with 20 abstentions. The votes against the resolution were cast by Bangladesh, Malaysia, Pakistan, Somalis and Turkey.

The General Assembly,

Having considered the question of Cyprus,

Recalling its resolution 3212(XXIX) of 1 November 1974 and its subsequent resolutions on the question of Cyprus,

Recalling the high-level agreements of 12 February 1977 and 19 May 1979,

Reaffirming the principle of the inadmissibility of occupation and acquisition of territories by force,

Greatly concerned at the prolongation of the Cyprus crisis, which poses serious threat to international peace and security,

Deeply regretting that the resolutions of the United Nations on Cyprus have not yet been implemented,

Recalling the idea of holding an international conference on Cyprus,

Deploring the fact that part of the territory of the Republic of Cyprus is till occupied by foreign forces,

Deploring the lack of progress in the intercommunal talks,

Deploring all unilateral actions that change the demographic structure of Cyprus to promote faits accomplis,

Reaffirming the need to settle the question of Cyprus without further delay by peaceful means in accordance with the provitions of the Charter of the United Nations and the relevant United Nations resolutions,

1. Reiterates its full support for the sovereignty, independence, territorial itegrity, unity and non-alignment of the Republic of Cyprus and calls once again for the cessation of all foreign interference in its affairs;

2. Affirms the right of the Republic of Cyprus and its people to full and effective sovereignty and the control over the entire territory of Cyprus and its natural and other resources and calls upon all states to support and help the Government  of the Republic of Cyprus to exercise these rights;

3. Condemns any act which tends to undermine the full and effective exercise of the above-mentioned rights, including the unlawful issues of titles of ownership of property;

4. Welcomes the proposal for total demilitarization made by the President of the Republic of Cyprus;

5. Expresses its support for the high-level agreements of 12 February 1977 and 19 May 1979 and all the provisions thereof;

6. Demands the immediate and effective implementation of resolution 3212(XXIX), unanimously adopted by the General Assembly and endorsed by the Security Council in its resolution 365(1974) of 13 December (1974), and of the subsequent resolutions of the Assembly and the Council on Cyprus, which provide the valid and essential basis  for the solution of the problem of Cyprus;

7. Considers the withdrawal of all occupation forces from the Republic of Cyprus as an essential basis for a speedy and mutually acceptable solution of the Cyprus problem;

8. Demand s the immediate withdrawal of all occupation forces from the Republic pf Cyprus;

9. Commends the intensification of the efforts made by the Secretary-General, while noting with concern the lack of progress in the intercommunal talks;

10. Calls for meaningful, result-oriented, constructive and substantive negotiations between the representatives of the two communities, to be conducted freely on an equal footing on the basis of  relevant United Nations resolutions and the high level agreements, with a view to reaching as early as possible a mutually acceptable agreement based on the fundamental and legitimate right of the two communities;

11. Calls for respect of the human rights and fundamental freedoms of all Cypriots, including the freedom of movement, the freedom of settlement and the right to property and the instituting of urgent measures for the voluntary return of the refugees to their homes in safety;

12. Considers that the de facto situation created by the force of arms should not be allowed to influence or in any way affect the solution of the problem of Cyprus;

13. Calls upon the parties concerned to refrain from any unilateral action which might adversely effect the prospects of a just and lasting solution of the problem of Cyprus by peaceful means and to cooperate fully with the Secretary-General  in the performance of his task under the relevant resolutions of the General Assembly and the Security Council as well as with the United Nations Peace-Keeping Force in Cyprus;

14. Calls upon the parties concerned to refrain from any action which violates or is designed to violate the independence, unity, sovereignty and territorial integrity of the Republic of Cyprus;

15. Reiterates its recommendation that the Security Council should examine the question of the implementation, within a specified time-frame, of its relevant resolutions and consider and adopt thereafter, if necessary, all appropriate and practical measures under the Charter of the United Nations for ensuring the speedy and effective implementation of the resolutions of the United Nations on Cyprus;

16. Welcomes the intention of the Secretary-General, as expressed in his report (Doc. A/37/805 of 6/5/1983), to pursue a renewed personal involvement in the quest for a solution of the Cyprus problem and, in view  of this, requests the Secretary General to undertake such actions or initiatives as he may consider appropriate within the framework of the mission of good offices entrusted to him by the Security Council fro promoting a just and lasting solution of the problem and to report to the General Assembly as its thirty-eighth session on the results of his efforts;

17. Decides to include the provisional agenda of its thirty-eighth session the item entitled “Question of Cyprus” and requests the Secretary-General to follow up the implementation of the present resolution and to report on all its aspects to the General Assembly at that session.

Separate vote on paragraph 8

A separate vote was taken on operative paragraph 8, which was approved by 89 votes in favor, 5 against and 27 abstentions.

Separate vote on paragraph 15

A separate vote was also taken on operative paragraph 15 which was approved by 86 votes in favor, 8 against and 25 abstentions.

	United Nations		S/Res/422(1977)
	Security Council				Distr.: General 15 December 1977

 

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RESOLUTION 422 (1977)

Adopted by the Security Council at its  2054th meeting,
on 15 December 1977

The Security Council,

Noting from the report of the Secretary-General of 1 December 1977 (S/12463), that in the existing circumstances the presence of the United Nations Peace-Keeping Force in Cyprus is essential not only to help maintain quiet in the island but also to facilitate the continued search for a peaceful settlement,

Noting from the report the conditions prevailing in the island,

Noting also from the report that the freedom of movement of the United Nations Peace-Keeping Force in Cyprus and its civil police is still restricted in the north of the island, and expressing the hope that ways will be found to surmount the remaining obstacles,

Noting further that the Secretary-General expresses the view that the best hope of achieving a just and lasting settlement of the Cyprus problem lies in negotiations between the representatives of the two communities and that the usefulness of those negotiations depends upon the willingness of all parties concerned to show the necessary flexibility, taking into account not only their own interests but also the legitimate aspirations and requirements of the opposing side,

Noting that due to the efforts of the Secretary-General, his staff and of UNFICYP, and with the co-operation of the parties, there has been a relative improvement in the security situation, but that this evolution has yet to relieve the underlying tensions in the island,

Noting also the report of the Secretary-General of 30 April 1977 (S/12323) concerning the high-level meeting under the auspices of the Secretary-General, and emphasising the need to adhere to the agreement reached at this meeting as well as to the agreements reached at the previous rounds of the talks,

Noting further the concurrence of the parties concerned in the recommendation by the Secretary-General that the Security Council extends the stationing of the United Nations Peace-Keeping Force in Cyprus for a further period of six months,

Noting that the Government of Cyprus has agreed that in view of the prevailing conditions in the island it is necessary to keep the Force in Cyprus beyond 15 June 1977,

1. Reaffirms the provisions of resolution 186(1964) of 4 March 1964, as well as subsequent resolutions and decisions on the establishment and maintenance of the United Nations Peace-Keeping Force in Cyprus and other aspects of the situation in Cyprus;

2. Reaffirms once again its resolution 365(1974) of 13 December 1974, by which it endorsed General Assembly resolution 3212(XXIX), adopted unanimously on 1 November 1974, and calls once again for the urgent and effective implementation of those resolutions and of its resolution 367(1975) of 12 March 1975;

3. Urges the parties concerned to act with the utmost restraint by refraining from any unilateral or other action likely to affect adversely the prospects of negotiations for a just and peaceful solution and to continue and accelerate determined co-operative efforts to achieve the objectives of the Security Council;

4. Extends once more the stationing in Cyprus of the United Nations, Peace-Keeping Force, established under Security Council resolution 186(1964), for a further period ending 15 June 1978, in the expectation that by then sufficient progress towards a final solution will make possible a withdrawal or substantial reduction of the Force;

5. Appeals again to all parties concerned to extend the fullest co-operation so as to enable the United Nations Peace-Keeping Force to perform its duties effectively;

6. Requests the Secretary-General to continue the mission of good offices entrusted to him by paragraph 6 of resolution 367(1975), to keep the Security Council informed of the progress made and to submit a report on the implementation of this resolution by 31 May 1978.

Adopted at the 2054th meeting by 14 votes to none. One member (China) did not participate in the voting.

	United Nations		S/Res/414(1977)
	Security Council				Distr.: General 15 September 1977

 

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RESOLUTION 414 (1977)

Adopted by the Security Council at its 2032nd meeting,
on 15 September 1977

The Security Council,

Having considered the situation in Cyprus in response to the letter dated 26 August 1977 from the Permanent Representative of Cyprus to the United Nations (S/12387),

Mindful of the urgency of making progress in the solution of the Cyprus problem

Recalling its previous resolutions, in particular resolutions 365(1974) of 13 December 1974 and 367(1975) of 12 March 1975,

Taking note of the statements made to the Council regarding recent developments in the new Famagusta area to the effect that there is no settlement in progress in the area,

Taking note also of the statements made by the parties concerned as well as by the Secretary-General with regard to these developments,

1. Expresses concern at the situation caused by recent developments;

2. Calls upon the parties concerned to refrain therefore from all unilateral actions anywhere in Cyprus that may affect adversely the prospects for a just and peaceful solution of the Cyprus problem and urges them to continue and accelerate determined co-operative efforts to achieve the objectives of the Security Council;

3. Reaffirms once again its resolution 365(1974), by which it endorsed General Assembly resolution 3212(XXIX) adopted unanimously on 1 November 1974, and calls once again for their urgent and effective implementation and that of its resolution 367(1975) of 12 March 1975;

4. Expresses concern at the lack of progress at the intercommunal talks;

5. Calls on the representatives of the two communities, under the auspices of the Secretary-General, to resume negotiations as soon as possible meaningfully and constructively on the basis of comprehensive and concrete proposals;

6. Requests the Secretary-General to keep the Council informed of developments that may adversely affect the implementation of the present resolution.

Adopted at the 2032nd meeting without a vote.

	United Nations		S/Res/410(1977))
	Security Council				Distr.: General 15 June 1977

 

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RESOLUTION 410 (1977)

Adopted by the Security Council at its  2012th meeting,
on 15 June 1977

The Security Council,

Noting from the report of the Secretary-General of 7 June 1976 (S/12342), that in the existing circumstances the presence of the United Nations Peace-Keeping Force in Cyprus is essential not only to help maintain quiet in the island but also to facilitate the continued search for a peaceful settlement,

Noting from the report the conditions prevailing in the island,

Noting also from the report that the freedom of movement of the United Nations Peace-Keeping Force in Cyprus and its civil police is still restricted in the north of the island, and expressing the hope that ways will be found to surmount the remaining obstacles,

Noting further that the Secretary-General expresses the view, that the best hope of achieving a just and lasting settlement of the Cyprus problem lies in negotiations between the representatives of the two communities and that the usefulness of those negotiations depends upon the willingness of all parties concerned to show the necessary flexibility, taking into account not only their own interests but also the legitimate aspirations and requirements of the opposing side,

Noting that due to the efforts of the Secretary-General, his staff and of the United Nations Peace-Keeping Force, and with the co-operation of the parties, there has been a relative improvement in the security situation, but that this evolution has yet to relieve the underlying tensions in the island,

Noting also the report of the Secretary-General of 30 April 1977(S/12333) concerning the high-level meeting under the auspices of the Secretary-General emphasising the need to adhere to the agreement reached at this meeting as well as to the agreements reached at the previous rounds of the talks,

Noting further the concurrence of the parties concerned in the recommendation by the Secretary-General that the Security Council extend the stationing of the United Nations Peace-Keeping Force in Cyprus for a further period of six months,

Noting that the Government of Cyprus has agreed that in view of the prevailing conditions in the island it is necessary to keep the Force in Cyprus beyond 15 June 1977,

1. Reaffirms the provisions of resolution 186(1964) of 4 March 1964, as well as subsequent resolutions and decisions on the establishment and maintenance of the United Nations Peace-Keeping Force in Cyprus and other aspects of the situation in Cyprus;

2. Reaffirms once again its resolution 365 (1974) of 13 December 1974, by which it endorsed General Assembly resolution 3212(XXIX) adopted unanimously on 1 November 1974, and calls once again for their urgent and effective implementation and that of its resolution 367(1975) of 12 March 1975;

3. Urges the parties concerned to act with the utmost restraint to refrain from any unilateral or other action likely to affect adversely the prospects of negotiations for a just and peaceful solution and to continue and accelerate determined co-operative efforts to achieve the objectives of the Security Council;

4. Extends once more the stationing in Cyprus of the United Nations Peace-Keeping Force, established under Security Council resolution 186(1964) for a further period ending 15 December 1977, in the expectation that by then sufficient progress towards a final solution will make possible a withdrawal or substantial reduction of the Force;

5. Appeals again to all parties concerned to extend their fullest co-operation so as to enable the United Nations Peace-Keeping Force to perform its duties effectively;

6. Requests the Secretary-General to continue the mission of good offices entrusted to him by paragraph 6 of resolution 367(1975), to keep the Security Council informed of the progress made and to submit a report on the implementation of this resolution by 30 November April 1977.

Adopted at the 2012th meeting by 14 votes to none. One member (China) did not participate in the voting.

	United Nations		S/Res/401(1976)
	Security Council				Distr.: General 14 December 1976

 

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RESOLUTION 401 (1976)

Adopted by the Security Council  at its 1979th meeting,
on 14 December 1976

 The Security Council,

Noting from the report of the Secretary-General of 9 December 1976 (S/12253), that in the existing circumstances the presence of the United Nations Peace-Keeping Force in Cyprus is essential not only to help maintain quiet in the island but also to facilitate the continued search for a peaceful settlement,

Noting from the report the conditions prevailing in the island,

Noting also from the report that the freedom of movement of the United Nations Peace-Keeping Force in Cyprus and its civil police is still restricted in the north of the island, that progress is being made in discussions regarding the stationing, deployment and functioning of the Force and expressing the hope that ways will be found to surmount the remaining obstacles,

Noting further that the Secretary-General expresses the view, that the best hope of achieving a just and lasting settlement of the Cyprus problem lies in negotiations between the representatives of the two communities and that the usefulness of those negotiations depends upon the willingness of all parties concerned to show the necessary flexibility, taking into account not only their own interests but also the legitimate aspirations and requirements of the opposing side,

Expressing its concern at actions which increase tension between the two communities and tend to affect adversely the efforts towards a just and lasting peace in Cyprus,

Emphasizing the need for the parties concerned to adhere to the agreements reached at all previous rounds of the talks held under the auspices of the Secretary-General and expressing the hope that future talks will be meaningful and productive,

Noting also the concurrence of the parties concerned in the recommendation by the Secretary-General that the Security Council extend the stationing of the United Nations Peace-Keeping Force in Cyprus for a further period of six months,

Noting that the Government of Cyprus has agreed that in view of the prevailing conditions in the island it is necessary to keep the Force in Cyprus beyond 15 December 1976,

1. Reaffirms the provisions of resolution 186(1964) of 4 March 1964, as well as subsequent resolutions and decisions on the establishment and maintenance of the United Nations Peace-Keeping Force in Cyprus and other aspects of the situation in Cyprus;

2. Reaffirms once again its resolution 365 of 13 December 1974, by which it endorsed General Assembly resolution 3212(XXIX) adopted unanimously on 1 November, 1974, and calls once again for their urgent and effective implementation and that of its resolution 367(1975) of 12 March 1975;

3. Urges the parties concerned to act with the utmost restraint to refrain from any unilateral or other action likely to affect adversely the prospects of negotiations and to continue and accelerate determined cooperative efforts to achieve the objectives of the Security Council;

4. Extends once more the stationing in Cyprus of the United Nations Peace-Keeping Force, established under Security Council resolution 186(1964) for a further period ending 15 June 1977, in the expectation that by then sufficient progress towards a final solution will make possible a withdrawal or substantial reduction of the Force;

5. Appeals again to all parties concerned to extend their fullest cooperation so as to enable the United Nations Peace-Keeping Force to perform its duties effectively;

6. Requests the Secretary-General to continue the mission of good offices entrusted to him by paragraph 6 of resolution 367(1975), to keep the Security Council informed of the progress made and to submit a report on the implementation of this resolution by 30 April 1977.

Adopted at the 1979th meeting by 13 votes to none. Two members, (Benin and China) did not participate in the voting.

	United Nations		A/RES/31/12
	General Assembly				Distr.: General 12 November 1976

 

RESOLUTION 31/12 (1976)

The General Assembly adopted on 12th November, 1976 resolution 31/12 (1976) by 94 votes in favor, one against (Turkey) and 27 abstentions.

The General Assembly,

Having considered the question of Cyprus,

Deeply concerned over the prolongation of the Cyprus crisis, which endangers international peace and security,

Reiterating, its full support for the sovereignty, independence, territorial integrity and non-alignment of the Republic of Cyprus, and calling once again for the cessation of all foreign interference in its affairs.

Deeply regretting that the United Nations resolutions on Cyprus have not vet been implemented,

Mindful of the need to solve the problem of Cyprus without further delay by peaceful means in accordance with the purposes and principles of the Charter of the United Nations:

1. Reaffirms its resolutions 3212 (XXIX) of I November 1974 and 3395(XXX) of 20 November 1975;
2. Demands the urgent implementation of the above-mentioned resolutions;
3. Calls upon all parties concerned to cooperate fully with the Secretary-General in this regard;
4. Requests the Secretary-General to continue to provide his good offices for the negotiations between the representatives of the two communities:
5. Expresses the hope that the Security Council will consider appropriate steps for the implementation of its resolution 365 (1974) of 13 December 1974;
6. Requests the Secretary-General to follow up the implementation of the present resolution and report thereon to the General Assembly at its thirty-second session;
7. Decides to include the item entitled “Question of Cyprus,, in the provisional agenda of its thirty-second session.

	United Nations		S/Res/391(1976)
	Security Council				Distr.: General 15 June 1976

 

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RESOLUTION 391 (1976)

Adopted by the Security Council at its  1927th meeting,
on 15 June 1976

The Security Council,

Noting from the report of the Secretary-General of 5 June 1975 (S/12093), that in the existing circumstances the presence of the United Nations Peace-Keeping Force in Cyprus is essential not only to help maintain quiet in the island but also to facilitate the continued search for a peaceful settlement,

Noting from the report the conditions prevailing in the island,

Noting also from the report that the freedom of movement of the United Nations Peace-Keeping Force in Cyprus and its civil police is still restricted in the north of the island and that progress is being made in discussions regarding the stationing, deployment and functioning of the Force and expressing the hope that those discussions will lead speedily to the elimination of all existing difficulties,

Noting further that, in paragraphs 70 of his report, the Secretary-General expressed the view, that the best hope of achieving a just and lasting settlement of the Cyprus problem lies in negotiations between the representatives of the two communities and that the usefulness of those negotiations depends upon the willingness of all parties concerned to show the necessary flexibility, taking into account not only their own interests but also the legitimate aspirations and requirements of the opposing side,

Expressing its concern at actions which increase tension between the two communities and tend to affect adversely the efforts towards a just and lasting peace in Cyprus,

Emphasizing the need for the parties concerned to adhere to the agreements reached at all previous rounds of the talks held under the auspices of the Secretary-General and expressing the hope that future talks will be meaningful and productive,

Noting the concurrence of the parties concerned in the recommendation by the Secretary General that the Security Council extend the stationing of the Force in Cyprus for a further period of six months,

Noting that the Government of Cyprus has agreed that in view of the prevailing conditions in the island it is necessary to keep the Force in Cyprus beyond 15 June 1976,

1. Reaffirms the provisions of resolution 186(1964) of 4 March 1964, as well as subsequent resolutions and decisions on the establishment and maintenance of the United Nations Peace-Keeping Force in Cyprus and other aspects of the situation in Cyprus;

2. Reaffirms once again its resolution 365(1974) of 13 December 1974, by which it endorsed General Assembly resolution 3212(XXIX) adopted unanimously on 1 November, 1974, and calls once again for their urgent and effective implementation and that of its resolution 367(1975) of 12 March 1975;

3. Urges the parties concerned to act with the utmost restraint to refrain from any unilateral or other action likely to affect adversely the prospects of negotiations and to continue and accelerate determined co-operative efforts to achieve the objectives of the Security Council;

4. Extends once more the stationing in Cyprus of the United Nations Peace-Keeping Force, established under Security Council resolution 186(1964) for a further period ending 15 December 1976, in the expectation that by then sufficient progress towards a final solution will make possible a withdrawal or substantial reduction of the Force;

5. Appeals again to all parties concerned to extend their fullest co-operation so as to enable the United Nations Peace-Keeping Force to perform its duties effectively;

6. Requests the Secretary-General to continue the mission of good offices entrusted to him by paragraph 6 of resolution 367(1975), to keep the Security Council informed of the progress made and to submit a report on the implementation on this resolution by 30 October 1976.

Adopted at the 1927th meeting by 13 votes to none. One member, (China) did not participate in the voting.

	United Nations		4 (XXXII) 1976
	General Assembly				Distr.: General 27 February 1976

 

RESOLUTION 4 (XXXII) OF THE COMMISSION ON HUMAN RIGHTS

Adopted on 27.2.76 on the question of Human Rights in Cyprus

The Commission of Human Rights,

Guided by the principles and purposes of the United Nations,

Mindful of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and the relevant international instruments in particular the provisions of the Geneva Conventions of 12 August 1949.

Noting General Assembly resolutions 3395 (XXX) and 3450(XXX),

Reaffirming its resolution 4 (XXXI) and deeply concerned by the lack of progress in its implementation,

Recalling resolution 1 (XXVII) of the Sub-Commission on Prevention of Discrimination and Protection of Minorities,

Deeply concerned by the continuation of the Cyprus crisis and the continuing plight of the displaced persons in Cyprus,

Mindful of the need to solve the humanitarian problems and restore human rights in Cyprus without further delay.

Recommending to the communities to do their utmost to find a just and lasting peaceful solution to the Cyprus problem based on respect of the sovereignty, independence, territorial integrity and non-alignment of the Republic of Cyprus, which solution will also guarantee the full enjoyment in mutual confidence by the whole population of Cyprus of all human rights and fundamental freedoms,

Noting the report of the Secretary-General under General Assembly resolution 3450 (XXX) and its own resolution 4(XXXI) and expressing appreciation there or

Appreciating the fact that the time factor has not enabled the Secretary-General to complete his task under General Assembly resolution 3450 (XXX),

1. Renews its call upon the parties concerned to undertake urgent measures to facilitate the voluntary return of all refugees and displaced persons to their homes in safety and to settle all other aspects of the refugee problem;
2. Urges all parties to refrain from unilateral actions in contravention of the relevant United Nations resolutions, including changes in the demographic structure of Cyprus;
3. Requests the Secretary-General to continue and intensify his efforts under General Assembly resolution 3450 (XXX) in respect of missing persons in Cyprus and calls upon the parties concerned to co-operate with the Secretary-General in the fulfillment of his task;
4. Requests the Secretary-General to provide the Commission on Human Rights at its thirty-third session with the information relevant to the implementation of the present resolution.
5. Decides to consider the question of human rights in Cyprus at its thirty-third second session.

Adopted at the 1369th meeting, without a vote.

	United Nations		S/Res/383(1975)
	Security Council				Distr.: General 13 December 1975

 

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RESOLUTION 383 (1975)

Adopted by the Security Council at its 1863rd meeting,
on 13 December 1975

The Security Council,

Noting from the report of the Secretary-General of 8 December 1975 (S/11900 and Add. 1), that in the existing circumstances the presence of the United Nations Peace-Keeping Force in Cyprus is still needed to perform not only to maintain the cease-fire but also to facilitate the continued search for a peaceful settlement,

Noting from the report the conditions prevailing on the island,

Noting further that, in para. 68 of his report, the Secretary-General has expressed the view, that in the present circumstances the best available means of making progress towards a settlement is through continued talks between the representatives of the two communities and that such talks can be fruitful only if the interlocutors are ready and authorised to engage in meaningful negotiations on all essential aspects of a settlement of the Cyprus problem,

Noting also the concurrence of the parties concerned in the recommendation by the Secretary-General that the Security Council extend the stationing of the Force in Cyprus for a further period of six months,

Noting that the Government of Cyprus has agreed that in view of the prevailing conditions in the island it is necessary to keep the Force in Cyprus beyond 15 December 1975,

Noting that General Assembly resolution 3395 of 20 November 1975 reaffirmed the urgent need for continued efforts for the effective implementation in all parts of General Assembly resolution 3212 of 1 November 1974 which was endorsed by the Security Council in its resolution 365(1974) of 13 December 1974,

1. Reaffirms the provisions of resolution 186(1964) of 4 March 1964, as well as subsequent resolutions and decisions on the establishment and maintenance of the United Nations Peace-Keeping Force in Cyprus and on other aspects of the situation in Cyprus;

2. Reaffirms its resolutions 365(1974) of 13 December 1974, and 367(1975) of 12 March 1975 and calls for their urgent and effective implementation;

3. Urges the parties concerned to act with the utmost restraint and to continue and accelerate determined co-operative efforts to achieve the objectives of the Security Council;

4. Extends once more the stationing in Cyprus of the United Nations Peace-Keeping Force, established under Security Council resolution 186(1964) for a further period ending 15 June 1976, in the expectation that by then sufficient progress towards a final solution will make possible a withdrawal or substantial reduction of the Force;

5. Appeals again to all parties concerned to extend their full co-operation to the Force in its continuing performance of its duties;

6. Requests the Secretary-General to continue the mission of good offices entrusted to him by para. 6 of resolution 367(1975) to keep the Security Council informed of the progress made and to submit a report not later than 31 March 1976.

Adopted at the 1863rd meeting by 14 votes to none. One member (China) did not participate in the voting.

	United Nations		A/RES/3450(XXX)
	General Assembly				Distr.: General 9 December 1975

 

RESOLUTION 3450 (XXX)

Adopted by the General Assembly on 9 December 1975 on the question of missing persons in Cyprus

 

The General Assembly,

Recalling its resolution 3212 (XXIX) of 1 November 1974,

Noting resolution 4 (XXXI) of the Commission on Human Rights on 13. February 1975,

Gravely concerned about the fate of a considerable number of Cypriots who are missing as a result of armed conflict in Cyprus,

Appreciating the work of the International Committee of the Red (7ra.ss in this field.

Reaffirming the basic human need of families in Cyprus to be informed about missing relatives,

1. Requests the Secretary-General to exert every effort in close cooperation with the International Committee of the Red Cross in assisting the tracing of and accounting for missing persons as a result of armed conflict in Cyprus;
2. Requests the Secretary-General to provide the Commission on Human Rights at its thirty-second session with information relevant to the implementation of the present resolution.

Adopted at the 2433rd meeting by 106 votes to none with 26 abstentions.