Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan discussed the development of economic cooperation during telephone conversations with his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin.
Thus, during the talks, President Erdogan said that “Ankara and Moscow can take new steps on the basis of economic cooperation, which was agreed in Sochi (during Erdogan’s visit – ed.).”
Erdogan also thanked Putin for his positive attitude towards the extension of the grain deal.
“During the talks, President Erdogan thanked President Putin for his positive attitude towards the extension of the Black Sea Grain Initiative. President Erdogan stated the importance of an early end to the conflict between Russia and Ukraine through negotiations,” the Turkish leader’s office said.
The Kremlin later confirmed the conversation between the leaders of the two countries.
“President of the Russian Federation Vladimir Putin had a telephone conversation with President of the Republic of Turkey Recep Tayyip Erdogan… The Turkish leader positively assessed Russia’s agreement to extend the Istanbul agreements for 60 days regarding the export of Ukrainian grain from the Black Sea ports and unblocking the export of Russian food and fertilizers. understanding of the principled intention of the Russian side to achieve the full implementation of the second part of the mentioned “package” agreements – to remove barriers to agricultural products from Russia,” the message says.
“Current topics of Russian-Turkish partnership in various fields were discussed. Satisfaction was expressed with the positive dynamics of trade and economic ties, the successful implementation of joint strategic projects in the energy sector, including gas supplies and the construction of the Akkuyu nuclear power plant in Turkey,” the message also says.
Source: 1prime
