Economic Interactions in a Divided Society: Turkish Cypriot and Greek Cypriot Relations in Cyprus

This research examines the economic endeavors of communities characterized by cultural diversity, shaped by historical 
processes that encompass various commonalities and tensions. This framework seeks to explore how economic
relationships influence cultural dynamics and social connections. The research took place on the island of Cyprus, focusing
on areas where Turkish and Greek communities exhibit different degrees of homogeneity. The main data comprises
detailed interviews carried out with 125 participants. The results indicate that financial tools, which play a role in the global
acknowledgment of Cyprus as a cohesive whole, have been reshaped through the viewpoints of the participants and are
demonstrated to have a direct impact on the relationship between the two communities. Furthermore, the restricted
engagement among neighboring communities that utilize comparable economic resources stands out as a significant
finding.