Turkish Cypriots head for ‘common election’ on Sunday

Turkish Cypriots on Sunday head for a ‘common election’ with the Cyprus drawback low on the political agenda as a result of worsening financial scenario and coronavirus.

Cyprus is split since a 1974 invasion by Turkey which nonetheless maintains troops within the breakaway northern half.

The neighborhood is conducting an early election following the resignation of a shaky nationalist right-wing coalition between the Nationwide Unity Celebration (UBP) and the far-right Rebirth Celebration (YDP).

Analysts say the Turkish Cypriot financial system suffered from food-price inflation, reaching 37.4% in September as a result of a sinking Turkish lira.