Tuesday, 02 January 2024 12:17 GMT

Türkiye, UK Anticipate Deepening Strategic Ties


(MENAFN) British Foreign Secretary David Lammy is set to convene with Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan on Monday as part of Lammy’s official trip to Türkiye, according to sources from the Turkish Foreign Ministry.

During this gathering, Fidan is anticipated to reaffirm Türkiye’s allegiance to its NATO associate and key strategic collaborator.

He will also voice contentment with the current favorable momentum in mutual ties and emphasize the intention to expand collaboration in all sectors.

The session is likely to highlight the ongoing need for tight coordination between pertinent agencies in the realms of security and anti-terrorism.

Furthermore, it will recognize the vital role of economic, commercial, financial, defense-related, and tourism connections as central components in the bond between the two nations.

Discussions are expected to underscore the relevance of advancing talks aimed at revising the existing free trade agreement.

This would aim to quicken economic engagement and increase the volume of trade shared between Türkiye and the United Kingdom.

Emphasis will also be placed on the role of Türkiye and the UK—both partners beyond the European Union—as fundamental to Europe’s overall defense and security framework.

The talks will likely stress the necessity of enhancing cooperation in the defense manufacturing sector, especially in response to the evolving international security landscape.

Acknowledgment will also be given to the nearly 500,000 citizens of Turkish descent residing in the UK, citing their positive influence on bilateral relations.

Additionally, the dialogue is expected to underline the importance of sustained communication and coordinated efforts between both countries on regional and worldwide matters.

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