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Written question asked by Jonathan Gullis (Conservative) on Tuesday, 14 May 2024, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 16 May 2024. It was answered by Nusrat Ghani (Conservative) on Tuesday, 21 May 2024 on behalf of the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office.


Turkey: Politics and Government

Question

To ask the Deputy Foreign Secretary, if he will make an assessment of the potential implications for his policies of the reported remarks by President Erdogan on 21 March 2024.

Answer

President Erdogan made an election campaign speech on 21 March which covered several areas, including the conflict in Gaza and the strengthening economy. On Gaza, the UK will maintain a dialogue with Turkey as a NATO ally and key actor on several conflicts in the region. On the economy, the UK has now launched negotiations for an upgraded Free Trade Agreement that will benefit both our economies.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
26291
Session
2023-24
Subjects
Politics and government Turkey
Link
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