Turkey and EU: Stalled Talks Amid Political Strains

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan expressed skepticism about advancing discussions with the EU due to the bloc's political structure. While maintaining strong bilateral relations with member states, Turkey sees challenges with EU institutions.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Istanbul | Updated: 10-01-2025 16:05 IST | Created: 10-01-2025 15:43 IST
Turkey and EU: Stalled Talks Amid Political Strains
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In a recent statement, Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan expressed doubt over advancing discussions with the European Union, citing concerns about the current political dynamics within the bloc's structure.

During a press conference held in Istanbul, Fidan noted that while Turkey maintains strong bilateral ties with EU member nations, its relationship with the bloc's institutions remains less robust.

Despite these challenges, he emphasized that cooperation between Turkey and the EU continues, albeit with certain limitations.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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