Cyprus in the Commonwealth: pre-membership perceptions by Greek Cypriot elites, 1959-1961
Year: 2022
Type: article
Abstract: This paper draws on a variety of primary sources to investigate the various economic, political or sentimental perceptions of the Greek Cypriot political and economic elites over the prospective accession of the Republic of Cyprus to the Commonwealth. The debate was triggered at the onset of the Transitional Period (February 1959–August 1960) – when Cyprus evolved from a colonial possession to an independent state – and extended until the nascent republic joined the international organisation in 1961. By explaining these goals and concerns, this study contributes to the political history of Cyprus and benefits scholarly knowledge on the wider history of the Commonwealth.
Source: The Round Table
Authors: Andreas Karyos, Marinos Papaioakeim
Institutions: University of Nicosia, University of Cyprus
Language: English
Subfield: Sociology and Political Science
Field: Social Sciences
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: hybrid
OpenAlex ID: W4220860146