Turkish President Erdogan and the Emir of Kuwait discussed the Gaza crisis

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Kuwaiti Emir Sheikh Meshal al-Ahmad al-Jaber al-Sabah discussed Turkey-Kuwait relations.

President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Kuwaiti Emir Sheikh Meshal al-Ahmad al-Jaber al-Sabah discussed Turkey-Kuwait relations.

They also discussed Israel's ongoing attacks on Gaza, particularly the Rafah incursion, during their meeting in the capital, Ankara.

The Kuwaiti ruler's visit, which coincides with the 60th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries, marks the first emir-level visit to the Gulf country in seven years.

"President Erdogan stated that Kuwait's stance against Israeli oppression strengthens the Palestinian cause," according to the Presidential Communications Directorate.

Erdogan noted that since October 7, Turkey has sought to push for a permanent ceasefire, reiterating Ankara's call for a two-state solution and the need to recognize Palestine based on the 1967 borders.

The two leaders discussed various issues, from the defense industry to the Road to Development project, as well as the measures needed to increase the volume of bilateral trade.

"During the meeting, which highlighted the need to revive the Turkey-Kuwait Joint Economic Commission Mechanism, it was emphasized that the promotion of mutual investment and trade would be beneficial to both countries," the Turkish Ministry of Communications said in a statement. presidency.

Erdogan and Sheikh Meshal also discussed cooperation in the fields of diplomacy, health, culture, tourism and education. /BGNES