Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan Ready to Contribute to Peace
Croatian Foreign Minister Emphasizes Importance of Negotiations in Solving the Russian-Ukrainian War
Croatian Foreign Minister Gordan Grlic Radman recently held a joint press conference with Minister Fidan, where they discussed the ongoing Russian-Ukrainian War. Minister Fidan emphasized the importance of resolving the conflict through negotiations from the very beginning, stating that Turkey is ready to contribute to initiatives based on dialogue and diplomacy. He highlighted that they have not only expressed this willingness verbally but have also taken practical steps to support peaceful resolutions.
During the same meeting, Minister Fidan shared Turkey’s stance on the security architecture in Europe, stating that sustainable and deterrent security measures should be prioritized. He also addressed the ceasefire in Gaza, emphasizing the importance of implementing all stages of the ceasefire agreement and criticizing the Israeli government for disregarding international law in Gaza and the West Bank.
Furthermore, Minister Fidan discussed the growing cooperation between Turkey and Croatia in various fields, including defense industry and energy. He highlighted the strategic significance of the energy terminal on Croatia’s Krk Island for Europe’s energy supply security. Minister Fidan also mentioned the importance of increasing mutual investments between the two countries and expressed a desire to see more contributions from Turkey’s renewable energy companies in Europe.
In addition, Minister Fidan emphasized the importance of maintaining stability in the Balkans and voiced support for Bosnia and Herzegovina’s sovereignty and territorial integrity. He called for dialogue and cooperation to address any challenges that may arise in the region.
Moreover, Minister Fidan welcomed the Gaza plan presented by the Arab Union at a recent summit in Cairo and reiterated Turkey’s commitment to supporting the Syrian people. He called on the international community to remove sanctions on Syria and to support the national reconciliation efforts in the country.
Overall, the joint press conference highlighted Turkey’s commitment to promoting peace and stability in the region and emphasized the importance of diplomatic solutions to ongoing conflicts.
