The visit of Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan to Egypt is a highly anticipated event, a sign of a notable improvement in relations between the two countries. Turkey’s ambassador to Egypt, Salih Mutlu Şen, announced that this visit was on the agenda and would address topics such as the Palestinian crisis.
Erdogan has previously declared his intention to visit Egypt as soon as possible, amid a backdrop where once frosty relations between the two countries are gradually warming up.
The Turkish ambassador to Egypt stressed that this historic visit would address all aspects of bilateral relations and provide the opportunity to consult on the Palestinian issue, on which the two countries share the same position.
This announcement was made during Şen’s speech on Thursday evening on the occasion of the 100th anniversary of the founding of the Turkish Republic, in the presence of numerous ambassadors, heads of diplomatic missions, Egyptian Minister of Trade and Industry Ahmed Samir , as well as personalities.
Reconstruction of Gaza
Şen stressed the importance of stopping the war in Gaza, which has led to the death and injury of tens of thousands of civilians, and ensuring peace and tranquility. He added that Egypt and Turkey shared the same opinion on this issue.
Turkey was one of the first countries to provide humanitarian aid to Gaza, Şen explained, thanks to the facilities and solidarity demonstrated by Cairo and Ankara with Turkish relief organizations, expressing gratitude to the Egyptian authorities for their support and assistance.
He added that in the medium and long term, Turkey would continue to work in close cooperation with Egypt to rebuild Gaza.
Relations stronger than ever with Turkey
Şen emphasized that Ankara has made many gains in industry, trade, culture, art and other fields, and has taken its place among the most advanced economies of the world.
He said that relations with the Middle East, Arab and Islamic countries have also seen great development thanks, in part, to the independent nationalist policies followed by Erdogan over the past two decades.
The ambassador explained that Egyptian-Turkish relations have undergone significant transformations over the past year, and following the normalization of relations, the two countries have begun to develop closer cooperation in all areas.
He stressed that this radical progress in relations is the result of the joint will of President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi and President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, and is also in line with the public opinion of the two countries.
In conclusion, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s visit to Egypt is a positive sign of improving relations between the two nations. This visit provides an important opportunity to discuss the Palestinian crisis, on which Turkey and Egypt share common positions. Additionally, bilateral cooperation continues to strengthen, particularly in areas such as the reconstruction of Gaza. This visit marks an important step in the rapprochement between the two countries and paves the way for strengthened collaboration to address regional and global challenges.