Speaker of the Grand National Assembly of Turkey Kurtulmuş met with Fontana, Speaker of the Italian House of Representatives

During the meeting at the Italian House of Representatives, Kurtulmuş stated that there is an extremely positive agenda between the two countries, especially in recent years.

Stating that it is important for President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni to cooperate closely to further the relations between the two countries, Kurtulmuş emphasized that they attach importance to increasing the regular dialogue between the parliaments and taking the cooperation further.

Expressing that Turkey follows all developments in Europe closely, Kurtulmuş said that especially the Russia-Ukraine war has created a very serious security problem in Europe. Kurtulmuş stated that, as Türkiye, they made correct diagnoses from the beginning of the war and that they were saddened by the fact that these occurred, and emphasized that Europe could not react effectively in this process.

Stating that Turkey has become a remarkable country with its changing economy, political and economic stability, and developments in technology and defense industry, Kurtulmuş said that they wish to reconsider the deep-rooted partnership relationship between Turkey and the European Union with an understanding based on strategic foundations.

Stating that they are determined to maintain strong relations with Italy, Kurtulmuş noted that Italy is one of Turkey's most important trade partners and that they are pleased with the increase in mutual trade volume and investments.

Kurtulmuş stated that although some double-standard agendas are encountered from time to time in the EU membership processes, they wish to continue the negotiations on different topics.

Stating that Israel's genocide in Gaza and its inhumane attack and atrocities on Palestinian lands have continued for more than three years and that it continues its aggressive attitude in the countries of the region, Kurtulmuş emphasized that Israel must be stopped and its threat to international peace must be stopped.

Stating that the threat will continue in many countries in the region as long as Israel's aggression continues, Kurtulmuş stated that as Mediterranean countries, stopping Israel should be considered as a priority issue in terms of the security of the Mediterranean.

Expressing Turkey's strong support for the Palestinian people, Kurtulmuş expressed his appreciation to the Italian people for their support to the Palestinians. Kurtulmuş emphasized the importance of increasing the pressure of the international community for Israel to give up its lawless and aggressive attitude.