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Turkey-Greece Relations: Dialogue and Cooperation

Turkish and Greek foreign ministers met to discuss bilateral relations and regional issues.

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Turkey's Ministry Of Foreign AffairsGreece's Ministry Of Foreign AffairsEuropean UnionUnited Nations

Hakan FidanYorgo GerapetritisRecep Tayyip ErdoğanKiryakos MiçotakisBenjamin Netanyahu

What were the perspectives of both ministers on the Cyprus issue?: Concerning the Cyprus issue, Fidan stated that a new approach is needed, emphasizing the need for a solution that guarantees the security and well-being of both Turkish and Greek Cypriots. Gerapetritis reiterated Greece's support for a two-state solution within the UN framework.
What was discussed regarding counter-terrorism and migration issues?: The ministers also discussed cooperation on counter-terrorism efforts, particularly against groups like FETÖ, PKK, and DHKP-C. They expressed the need for more effective collaboration in combating irregular migration.
How did the ministers address the ongoing disagreements in the Aegean Sea?: Disagreements in the Aegean Sea, particularly concerning maritime boundaries and Exclusive Economic Zones (EEZs), were addressed. Both sides stressed the need for a realistic approach and addressing multiple interconnected problems, not just focusing on a single issue.
What key issues were discussed during the meeting between Fidan and Gerapetritis?: Both ministers emphasized their commitment to improving relations and resolving existing disagreements through dialogue and cooperation. They also highlighted the importance of the upcoming 6th High-Level Cooperation Council meeting.
What was the main purpose of Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan's visit to Athens?: Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan visited Athens for talks with his Greek counterpart, Yorgo Gerapetritis. They discussed bilateral relations, including trade, tourism, and the resolution of disputes in the Aegean Sea.

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