On Thursday, President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan welcomed the newly appointed ambassadors of Belarus, Brazil, Ecuador, Georgia, and Vietnam as they presented their letters of credentials. This meeting, held at the Presidential Complex in Ankara, was a significant event that strengthened the diplomatic ties between Turkey and these countries.
President Erdoğan expressed his pleasure in receiving the ambassadors and conveyed his warm greetings and well wishes to their respective leaders and nations. He emphasized the importance of cooperation and collaboration between nations in today’s interconnected and rapidly changing world.
The ambassador of Belarus, Valery Brylev, was the first to present his credentials to President Erdoğan. The President extended his congratulations on Belarus’ recent election as a non-permanent member of the United Nations Security Council for the term 2021-2022. He also highlighted the potential for increased economic and trade cooperation between the two countries.
Next, Ambassador of Brazil, Eduardo Gradilone, presented his credentials to President Erdoğan. The President commended the strong relations between Turkey and Brazil and expressed his desire for further cooperation, especially in the areas of defense and energy.
Ecuador’s newly appointed ambassador, Maria Isabel Salvador Crespo, was also received by President Erdoğan. He expressed his appreciation for Ecuador’s support in the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic and emphasized the potential for enhanced economic cooperation, particularly in the fields of agriculture and tourism.
President Erdoğan then welcomed the new ambassador of Georgia, Levan Izoria, and congratulated the country on its successful parliamentary elections. He highlighted the importance of strengthening bilateral trade and investment between Turkey and Georgia, which have already reached record levels in recent years.
Last but not least, President Erdoğan met with Ambassador of Vietnam, Pham Anh Tuan. He expressed his admiration for Vietnam’s impressive economic growth and highlighted the potential for further cooperation in the fields of defense, energy, and infrastructure.
The President’s meetings with the ambassadors provided an opportunity to reaffirm Turkey’s commitment to strengthening ties with these countries and exploring new avenues of cooperation. Turkey has always been a strong advocate of multilateralism and believes in building partnerships based on mutual respect and understanding.
President Erdoğan also underlined the importance of addressing global challenges such as the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and climate change through collective efforts. He reaffirmed Turkey’s commitment to being a responsible and reliable partner in promoting peace and stability in the international arena.
The newly appointed ambassadors expressed their gratitude for the warm reception and reiterated their countries’ desire to deepen ties with Turkey. They also conveyed their leaders’ greetings and best wishes for the prosperity and well-being of the Turkish people.
The meeting ended on a positive note, with President Erdoğan and the ambassadors expressing their mutual commitment to enhancing cooperation and friendship between their respective countries. This event serves as a testament to Turkey’s active and dynamic foreign policy, which aims to build bridges and strengthen relations with nations across the globe.
In conclusion, President Erdoğan’s meetings with the newly appointed ambassadors of Belarus, Brazil, Ecuador, Georgia, and Vietnam were a reflection of Turkey’s commitment to strengthening its ties with these countries. The discussions highlighted the potential for cooperation in various fields and reaffirmed the importance of working together to address global challenges. This event marks the beginning of a new chapter in the already strong and friendly relations between Turkey and these nations.
