Korea and Turkey Forge Stronger Ties: A New Era of Partnership

President Lee Jae-myung and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan agreed on Thursday to bolster the strategic partnership between their nations, as reported by the South Korean presidential office.

During their phone conversation, the two leaders assessed the robust economic cooperation in trade and investment between their countries. They also committed to expanding practical collaboration in key sectors such as defense, arms, nuclear energy, and green technology, according to presidential spokesperson Kang Yu-jung’s written briefing.

\”I am delighted that our two nations have continued to nurture relations rooted in the historic bond forged during the Korean War,\” Lee was quoted as saying.

The Turkish leader extended his congratulations to Lee on assuming office and commended the restoration of democracy in South Korea, as well as the resilience demonstrated by the Korean people, Kang added. (Yonhap)