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The Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus comprises an area of 3,355 square miles and encompasses the northern part of the island of Cyprus, which is the third largest in the Mediterranean. About 45% of the area is arable land, 20% of which is irrigated. Nearly 20% of North Cyprus total area is wooded and there are extensive re-forestation programs in progress. It is only 70 kilometres south of Turkey and 385 kilometres north of Egypt. Owing to the location of Northern Cyprus and its proximity to the rich Middle Eastern countries, it provides an ideal place for foreign investment.