[1] The security council reiterated its concern at the lack of progress towards a political settlement of the Cyprus dispute.

It stressed its full support for the mission of good offices of the secretary-general with the goal of reducing tension and promoting progress towards a resolution in Cyprus.

The two leaders were urged to commit themselves to the following principles:[2] They were also required to create a positive climate on the island in the run-up to negotiations in autumn 1999.

Finally, the secretary-general was requested to report to the council by 1 December 1999 concerning developments in Cyprus.

Resolution 1251 adopted the same day extended the mandate of the United Nations Peacekeeping Force in Cyprus.