Time to consider maritime security

Throughout the years, Cyprus has unsuccessfully tried to carve a place for itself in the eastern Mediterranean geopolitical sphere. At first, by joining alliances that have since diminished, then undecided if it wants to or could be included in new, more powerful groups. Whatever the fora, Cyprus has been too small to be considered seriously by allies, friends and neighbours. Until now, when several factors could help change that theory. The tensions in the Middle East and the crises that frequently flare up indicate a need to beef up security, on land, in the air and in the sea. Joint