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President Erdogan and Iraqi Prime Minister Mustafa al-Kazimi held a joint press conference after the meeting at the Presidential Complex.
Stating that Kazımi, whom he had the pleasure of hosting in Ankara, took on a great responsibility during a difficult period in Iraq, President Erdogan said: “We believe that he will overcome this difficult task with his vast state experience. On this occasion, he congratulates him. once again, Allah. “I wish tanned successes. I want to emphasize again that I would always be on the side of Turkey’s support. “He used the expressions.
Erdoğan claimed that they had bilateral and inter-delegation meetings with Kazımi and continued as follows:
“We discuss all aspects of our bilateral and regional relations in our meetings. As two neighboring countries, we are determined to develop our relations in all fields. 2020 has been a year in which we face various tests, especially the coronavirus epidemic. In the fight against the epidemic, both the establishment of security and the overcoming of political difficulties “. We have supported our brothers and sisters. The importance we attach to the preservation of the political unity and territorial integrity of our neighbor Iraq, its stability and security is well known. We are ready to make all kinds of contributions in the framework of the reconstruction of Iraq. We see the Arab, Shiite, Sunni people and the entire Iraqi people as our own brothers. We believe that the Iraqi government will ensure peace for the Iraqi people with inclusive and comprehensive policies. “
“There is no place for separatist terror”
Emphasizing that Iraqi Prime Minister Kazımi once again included a Turkmen minister in the Iraqi cabinet after he long reinforced his beliefs, President Erdoğan congratulated Kazımi on his decision, which is very significant for the Turkish nation and the Iraqi Turkmen.
President Erdogan, “Lord our common enemy with Kazim deas, we decided to continue our fight against the PKK and the Feton terrorist organizations. We confirm our unity of view on the Turkey-Iraq collaboration of growing concern in this area. Here to express once again what what I want, what Turkey Iraq There is no place for separatist terror in Syria’s future. The separatist organization has shown its brutal face with its attacks on civilians, demonstrating once again who it serves. Yesterday’s terrorist attacks have revealed that The Syrian extension of the organization also poses a clear threat to Iraq’s security, “he spoke.
Saying: “Our region will not be able to achieve peace without terror completely crushing the head,” Erdogan said:
“This we welcome the respects against the PKK made by the operations of the Iraqi authorities I appreciate. Like Turkey, we also provide support to our Iraqi brothers in the framework of self-defense rights. Regions our blood, tears and nothing but Destruction will continue our fight until we eradicate these batches of murderers.
On the other hand, we see that you can easily hit our $ 20 billion trade volume target. We also agreed to strengthen the contractual basis in order to remove obstacles to entrepreneurs from both countries. In fact, the ‘Double Taxation Prevention Agreement’ signed today is a sign of our determination. We have confirmed our common will to quickly implement our strategic projects that we have previously presented. “
Kirkuk-Ceyhan Pipeline Repair
Recalling that there is great potential for cooperation with Iraq, especially in the energy sector, President Erdogan said: “We want Kirkuk oil to be offered again to world markets and in greater quantities with the repair of the Kirkuk-Ceyhan Pipeline destroyed by DAESH “. said.
Emphasizing that climate change, growing needs and droughts have become a necessity to take full advantage of the opportunities that technology provides in the use of water in the world, Erdogan made the following assessment:
Our country has made significant progress in the efficient use of water with irrigation technologies, wastewater management and environmental practices. In this regard, my special representative, Prof. Dr. Veysel Eroğlu, shared this experience with Iraq and supported the elimination of the difficulties facing Iraq. We share with our Iraqi brothers the action plan prepared to participate. Evaluations of the plan continue.
Since we assess Turkey as an area of cooperation it is not a misunderstanding, we emphasize particular aspects of water. We sincerely believe that we will succeed with brother Iraq. my dear friends, I want to express my pleasure in welcoming you to Turkey. I thank my brother Kazımi for his willingness to further strengthen our relations and I pray that our negotiations and the agreements we have signed will be beneficial. “
President Erdogan said: “I hope that we will hold our High-Level Strategic Council meeting in Iraq as soon as possible, we will make our trip to Iraq.” said.
Statements by Iraqi Prime Minister Kazimi:
We had the opportunity to address many issues related to the president jeweler with Turkey and Iraq. Turkey is one of our most important economic partners. Turkey threatens to show any formation and structure müsemma is not possible. Turkey, as one of our most important economic partners in the Middle East, is an important country for us. devastation left by development in collaboration with Dease what we can do with Turkey.
Agreements between the two countries
Meanwhile, Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan, Turkey and Iraq before a joint press conference in the presence of Prime Minister Mustafa al-Kazımiye were signed two agreements between the two countries.
In this context, “the Iraqi Government of the Republic of Turkey between the Government on the prevention of double taxation of income and the tax evasion agreement with respect to taxes” with the Minister of Finance and Finance Lutfi Elvan, Minister of Iraqi Planning Khalid, was signed by Battal Al-Nec Hotel.
Foreign Minister Mevlüt Çavuşoğlu and Iraqi Foreign Minister Fuad Hüseyin signed the “Memorandum of Understanding on Cultural Cooperation between the Ministry of Culture and Tourism and the Ministry of Culture, Tourism and Historical Artifacts of the Republic of Iraq”.
At the ceremony, Vice President Fuat Oktay, Minister of Environment and Urbanization Murat Kurum, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources Fatih Dönmez, Minister of National Defense Hulusi Akar, Minister of Agriculture and Forestry Bekir Pakdemirli, Head of State Major General Yaşar Güler, Head of Communication Fahrettin Altun, Presidential Spokesperson İbrahim Kalın. Also present were the President of the Presidency for Administrative Affairs, Metin Kıratlı, the President of the National Intelligence Organization, Hakan Fidan, and the President of Religious Affairs, Ali Erbaş.
President Erdogan Hosts Dinner In Honor Of Iraqi Prime Minister Kazımi
Erdogan hosted a dinner in honor of Iraqi Prime Minister Mustafa al-Kazimi, who came to Ankara by invitation.
Erdogan and Kazımi attended the official dinner at the Presidential Complex, after the private and inter-delegation meetings, the signing ceremony of some agreements and a joint press conference.
The meal was held behind closed doors for the press.
