Press Release: Regarding the Terrorist Attack in Mogadishu

Türkiye remains steadfast in its support of Somalia’s security, stability and prosperity

We are deeply saddened by the loss of military personnel, who have been serving to contribute to the security of Somalia, as a result of the terrorist attack that took place yesterday (February 10) in Mogadishu. We extend our condolences to the peoples of Somalia, the United Arab Emirates and…

Press Release: Regarding the Visit of H.E. Mr. Hakan Fidan, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Türkiye, to Libya

During the meetings, bilateral relations as well as current developments in Libya and the region will be discussed

H.E. Mr. Hakan Fidan, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Türkiye, will visit Libya on 7 February 2024. During the meetings, bilateral relations as well as current developments in Libya and the region will be discussed.

Press Release Regarding the Visit of Ambassador His Excellency Mr. Ahmet Yildiz, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, to Libya

Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Ambassador H.E. Mr. Ahmet Yıldız will pay a visit to Libya on 28 October through 1 November 2023. Following his meetings in Tripoli, Deputy Minister Yıldız will also travel to Benghazi to receive information from the authorities regarding the flood disaster in Derna.

Press Release Regarding the Visit of H.E. Ahmed Attaf, Minister of Foreign Affairs and National Communities Abroad of Algeria, to Türkiye

H.E. Minister Attaf will meet H.E. Hakan Fidan, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Türkiye

H.E. Ahmed Attaf, Minister of Foreign Affairs and National Communities Abroad of Algeria will visit Türkiye on 6-8 September 2023 to co-chair the second meeting of the Joint Planning Group, which was formed to follow-up the outcomes of the Türkiye-Algeria High Level Cooperation Council that was held in Türkiye on…

Press Release Regarding the Developments in Niger

Türkiye will continue to stand by Niger throughout this critical period

We follow with deep concern the coup attempt perpetrated by a group within the Armed Forces in Niger, which led to the removal from duty of President Mohamed Bazoum who came to power through democratic elections, and the suspension of all democratic institutions. We hope that the constitutional order, social…

Press Release Regarding the Terrorist Attack in Somalia

Türkiye will continue to stand by friendly and brotherly Somalia in its fight against terrorism

We are deeply saddened to learn that Somali National Army personnel lost their lives and were injured due to a terrorist attack today (24 July) targeting a military training base in Mogadishu, Somalia. We condemn this heinous terrorist attack in strongest terms, wish Allah's mercy upon those who lost their…

Türkiye-Egypt Joint Declaration

Türkiye has nominated Salih Mutlu Şen to become its ambassador in Cairo while Egypt has nominated Amr Elhamamy to become its ambassador in Ankara

The Republic of Türkiye and the Arab Republic of Egypt announce the upgrading of diplomatic relations between them to the level of ambassadors. Türkiye has nominated Salih Mutlu Şen to become its ambassador in Cairo while Egypt has nominated Amr Elhamamy to become its ambassador in Ankara. The upgrade of…

Press Release Regarding Africa Day

On the 60th anniversary of the institutionalization of the Pan-African spirit, Africa has become a distinguished, effective and key actor within the international community

We wholeheartedly congratulate all our African sisters and brothers on the occasion of the 25 May Africa Day which marks the 60th anniversary of the foundation of the African Union that represents the ideals of the African peoples for an integrated, peaceful and prosperous Continent. This year, in the context…

Press Release Regarding the Accession of Türkiye to the Group of Friends and Special Representatives of the International Conference on the Great Lakes Region

Our accession in the aforementioned Group aims to bring in a new dimension to our African Partnership Policy and to our cooperation with the Great Lakes Region

Our African Partnership Policy enjoys an important place in Türkiye’s multidimensional, enterprising and humanitarian foreign policy. In this context, improving our cooperation with regional organizations in the African Continent is among our priorities. As of May 2023, Türkiye joined the Group of Friends and Special Representatives of the International Conference…

Press Release Regarding the Visit of Ambassador Burak Akçapar, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, to Ethiopia

Opportunities for cooperation with the African Union in efforts to establish peace and stability in the continent will be evaluated

Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Ambassador Burak Akçapar will pay a working visit to Addis Ababa on 1-4 May 2023 to hold talks with the authorities of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia and the African Union. During the meetings between Deputy Minister Ambassador Akçapar and the Ethiopian authorities, the…