India, Oct. 18 -- Ambassador Evagoras Vryonides highlights gaps in global governance, citing Turkey's continued presence in Cyprus despite UN resolutions.

Kolkata

In an exclusive interview, Cyprus Ambassador Evagoras Vryonides launched a sharp critique of the United Nations' failure to enforce its resolutions against Turkey, stating that Ankara has not withdrawn its troops from the occupied part of Cyprus despite 52 years of international resolutions. The ambassador also strongly backed India's bid for permanent membership of the UN Security Council, arguing that the global institution needs urgent reform to reflect the realities of the 21st century.

"We have a drawer full of UN resolutions calling for the Turkish troops' withdrawal si...