On 10 October 2002, in Nicosia, Adrian van der Meer, Head of the European Commission Delegation to Cyprus, submits to the Cypriot President, Glafcos Clerides, a copy of the 2002 report on the progress made by Cyprus towards accession to the European Union. On the left stands George Vassiliou, former President of the Republic of Cyprus and Chief Negotiator for Cyprus’ accession to the EU.