The Europeanization Of Cyprus

Drawing from rationalist and constructivist approaches, the book examines the impact of the EU on the polity, policies and politics of Cyprus. Driven primarily by political concerns and the need to secure a viable solution to the Cyprus problem, membership has also served as a catalyst for significant reforms in the executive, legislative and judicial authority, political parties and public opinion, economy, agricultural and regional policy, foreign policy and home affairs.

At the same time, it has brought challenges but also opportunities for this small state in the Eastern Mediterranean periphery of the EU. Review: '...as a study of the mechanics of adaptation and the formal relationship between Cyprus and the European Union, and as a reference for the technical aspects of accession, the work is extremely valuable.

Likewise, as a case study of 'Europeanization', the work is undoubtedly a contribution to the academic literature. The author has provided a solid account of the main ways in which the Republic of Cyprus has sought to manage the process of accession and membership.' - James Ker-Lindsay, The Round Table 'This is an important book for the public policy and European studies scholars as well as for Southern Europe specialists.' - Stella Ladi - University of Sheffield, Public Administration vol. 88