President Recep Tayyip Erdogan arrived in the United Arab Emirates early Tuesday on an official visit as part of a tour that also includes Egypt.
A statement from the Turkish Presidency’s communications department mentioned that Erdogan discussed political and economic relations between the two countries, as well as regional and global issues, including the ongoing Israeli attacks on Palestinian territories, with UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan.
Erdogan emphasized his rejection of Israeli attacks on Rafah city, similar to those in Gaza, and stressed the importance of the international community, especially the United Nations Security Council, taking steps to stop Israel promptly.
According to Anadolu Agency, Erdogan will participate as a guest of honor in the World Government Summit taking place in Dubai under the theme “Shaping Future Governments”, where he will hold meetings with leaders of participating countries.
Accompanying Erdogan on his visit are Ministers of Foreign Affairs Hakan Fidan, Energy and Natural Resources Fatih Donmez, Treasury and Finance Lutfi Elvan, Defense Hulusi Akar, Health Ahmet Demircan, Industry and Technology Mustafa Varank, and Trade Mehmet Mus.
The Turkish Presidency’s communications department stated in a press release that President Erdogan will visit Cairo next Wednesday to enhance relations between Turkey and Egypt and revitalize high-level bilateral cooperation mechanisms.
Yesterday, the Turkish Presidency announced that Erdogan would visit Egypt on Wednesday at the invitation of his Egyptian counterpart, Abdel Fattah el-Sisi.
In a televised speech on Monday, Erdogan stated that the Israeli attack on Gaza would top his agenda in discussions with President el-Sisi on Wednesday, mentioning that various issues, including economy, trade, tourism, energy, and defense, would be on the table for discussions.
Erdogan’s visit to Egypt tomorrow will mark his first visit to the country since Ankara and Cairo elevated their bilateral relations by appointing ambassadors last year.
