Almost an hour after the conclusion of the meeting between Kyriakos Mitsotakis and Recep Tayyip Erdogan at the presidential residence in Istanbul, the Turkish Presidency's Communications Directorate issued a statement, while a statement from the Greek side is expected.
As reported, during the meeting, the two leaders discussed current geopolitical developments with Russia's war in Ukraine, expressing their concerns.
They also focused on the mutual benefits of strengthening cooperation between the two countries.
Despite disagreements between Turkey and Greece, the meeting agreed to keep communication channels open and improve bilateral relations.
Bilateral relations
According to the Turkish Presidency's statement, Recep Tayyip Erdogan referred to the steps Turkey has taken to turn a new page in bilateral relations.
He also stated that he remains confident that progress will be made on issues[/B] such as "the problems of the Aegean, minorities, the fight against terrorism and illegal immigration and to move relations to a higher level."
Stating that problems can be solved through sincere dialogue, President Erdoğan said that as two neighboring countries we should always talk, not only in times of crisis.
Source: in.gr
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