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...Papandreou proposes a simple step to fulfill his vision of reconciliation between the two countries. Rather than focusing on the differences and problems between the two nations he suggests that we first deal with their common interests. Rather than highlighting the divergence of the two cultures, he urges every consenting citizen to search their family histories for similarities...
...once made, eventually took on a life of their own through political institutionalization and self-fulfilling logic. It is a shame that it took the loss of over 10,000 lives to break a gridlock that existed not between the people but the institutions of Ankara and Athens. As Papandreou pointed out, the people in the two countries were similar; it was their governments that were keeping them apart...
...example of this discussion of similarities and connection between the two countries, Papandreou spoke of the three rounds of bilateral talks he held with his counterpart in Turkey, Ismail Cem, since June. He put this accomplishment in the context of Turkey's contentious entry into the European Union (EU). "Turkey should be part of Europe if we have any hope of better relations," Papandreou said. This is an about-face from Greece's traditional opposition to Turkey's inclusion in the EU. He explains how rewarding the prospect of joining the EU has been for Greece...
...Papandreou acknowledges the difficulties that accompany such a crusade may very well continue beyond his political career or even lifetime. He agrees that the erection of institutions and legislation that support this cooperation has to start. He acknowledges that Cyprus is a paramount issue. The issues between Greece and Turkey have not disappeared and his optimism is not to be confused with oversight of the situation's gravity. Military interventions, international law disputes and the Kurdish dispute are still only some of the outstanding issues that plague the regional politics...
However, "A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step" quoted Papandreou from an old Chinese proverb. "We have taken that first step...