The press conference of the heads of Türkiye and Greece; Trying to resolve issues based on constructive dialogue

According to the report of the international group Tasnim news agency quoted by Anatoly, President Recep Tayyip Erdogan The President of Turkey, who went to Greece to meet and discuss with the country’s officials, said during a joint press conference with Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis in Athens: We want to turn the Aegean into a sea of ​​peace and cooperation. As Turkey and Greece, we intend to be a model for the world by taking joint actions. Erdogan stated in this press conference, which was held to participate in the fifth meeting of the High Council of Cooperation between Turkey and Greece in Athens, that we hope that the issues between the two resolve the country (Turkey and Greece) on the basis of constructive dialogue, good neighborliness, international law and joint efforts. Turkish President stated that he discussed with the Greek Prime Minister about their positions in the Aegean Sea and the Mediterranean Sea. Sharqi said: We asked our foreign ministers to discuss this matter. He also said about the relations between the two countries: There is no unsolvable problem between Turkey and Greece. It’s enough to focus on the big picture, we shouldn’t be one of those who cross the sea but drown in the pond. Erdoğan also said regarding the Cyprus issue: reaching a just, permanent and stable solution for The issue of Cyprus will benefit the entire region based on the facts of the island. The Turkish president also said about the closure of the Lavrion camp: I emphasized that caution should be taken to prevent the creation of similar camps for terrorists in Greece.

Erdogan said in a part of his speech about the recent developments in Gaza: turning the events in Gaza into a collective punishment and the killing of 17 thousand innocent Palestinians has hurt consciences.

Michotakis: as two neighbors we have to cooperate

Michotakis, the Prime Minister of Greece, also in this press conference, with Emphasizing the importance of cooperation between the two countries, he called for the resolution of Fimabin issues through dialogue. The Prime Minister of Greece said about the need to continue negotiations between Athens and Ankara: maintaining good relations in a very calm environment is very important. It is important. It is important to find a solution to the problems between Türkiye and Greece. As two neighboring countries, we have to cooperate. We must create a beautiful future.

Agreement to refrain from any action that endangers peace in the region

On the other hand, the Communications Department of the Turkish Presidency published the Athens statement on friendly relations and good neighborliness that Turkey and Greece are parties to.

This statement after holding The fifth meeting of the Turkish-Greece High Cooperation Council, which was chaired by Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Greek Prime Minister Mitsotakis, was released.

The statement says: “Turkey and Greece decided to continue and constructive consultations.” have a positive agenda and confidence-building measures regarding political negotiations.”

The two sides also emphasized the “importance of encouraging a positive economic and trade agenda between Turkey and Greece” and decided that any statement, initiative or refrain from any action that endangers peace in the region.

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