In a significant display of international collaboration, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi met with Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan on the sidelines of the G20 Foreign Ministers' Meeting in Johannesburg. Both leaders pledged to expand bilateral cooperation, emphasizing the potential for growth as part of the Global South and amidst accelerating industrialization.
Wang Yi highlighted China’s commitment to strengthening ties with Türkiye, placing bilateral relations at a pivotal position in its Middle East diplomacy. He expressed China's willingness to enhance communication and coordination, deepen developmental synergies, and expand cooperation areas to benefit both nations and the surrounding region. Additionally, Wang appreciated Türkiye's assistance in the recent evacuation of Chinese citizens from Syria and underscored the importance of joint efforts in counter-terrorism to safeguard global peace.
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan echoed these sentiments, noting the robust exchanges between Türkiye and China across various levels and sectors in recent years. He pointed out successful intergovernmental cooperation committees, alignment of the Middle Corridor with the Belt and Road Initiative, and China’s position as Türkiye's second-largest trading partner. Fidan expressed Türkiye’s intent to further expand trade and investment with China, particularly in emerging fields such as renewable energy, information technology, and artificial intelligence. He also emphasized the continued collaboration on counterterrorism, law enforcement, and security at both bilateral and multilateral levels.
The discussions also touched upon regional hotspots, with Türkiye appreciating China's stance on issues like the Ukraine crisis and the Palestinian situation. Both nations support the six-point consensus proposed by China and Brazil and agree on the necessity of adhering to a two-state solution. Fidan welcomed China’s efforts to strengthen ties with regional countries, reinforcing a shared vision for stability and prosperity.
The commitment from both China and Türkiye at the G20 summit underscores a strategic partnership aimed at fostering economic growth, enhancing security measures, and addressing global challenges collaboratively.
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