British Prime Minister opposes Turkey’s planned drilling activities, President says

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British Prime Minister, Theresa May, said in a letter to President of the Republic Nicos Anastasiades, that she opposes Turkey’s planned drilling activities and fully recognizes Cyprus’ right to explore and exploit its natural resources.May was responding to a letter Anastasiades had sent to her last month, following statements by British Minister for Europe Sir Alan Duncan, who said that exploratory drilling for hydrocarbons should not be taking place in areas where sovereignty is “under dispute”. The British Minister, who …

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