Kyriakos Mitsotakis is due in Türkiye on Wednesday for talks with Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, as the two NATO allies seek to sustain a fragile thaw after decades of strained relations.
The visit includes the sixth meeting of the Türkiye–Greece High-Level Cooperation Council and is seen as a key moment in efforts to move bilateral ties beyond crisis management and towards what both sides describe as a ‘positive agenda’ centred on dialogue and confidence-building.
Relations between Greece and Türkiye have for decades included both challenges and dialogue, particularly on issues related to the Aegean, Cyprus and the Eastern Mediterranean. In recent years, sustained diplomatic contacts have helped improve communication and reduce tensions, creating space for broader engagement.
High-level meetings are seen by both Ankara and Athens as an essential tool for reinforcing stability, supporting regional dialogue and contributing to wider European and transatlantic security at a time of evolving regional dynamics.
Both sides have underlined the importance of maintaining open channels of communication and addressing issues through dialogue.
Talks are expected to cover economic, commercial, political and cultural cooperation, as well as regional and global developments. The two countries have set a shared goal of increasing bilateral trade to around $10 billion, up from approximately $6.7 billion in 2025, with discussions likely to focus on tourism, transport and investment.
Security-related matters are also expected to be discussed, including regional developments, NATO cooperation and confidence-building measures. Officials have previously highlighted improved coordination in areas such as migration management and military communication mechanisms.
The leaders are also expected to review memoranda of understanding in fields including commerce, education and culture, reflecting efforts to deepen cooperation on an institutional level.
While progress has been made in strengthening dialogue, a number of long-standing issues remain part of the broader bilateral agenda. These include questions related to maritime areas, airspace and Cyprus.
Türkiye has consistently emphasised dialogue based on international law and mutual respect, while both sides have said the current process is focused on managing differences constructively and preventing tensions.
Diplomatic engagement has increased since 2023, including reciprocal visits and regular ministerial contacts. The previous High-Level Cooperation Council meeting, held in Athens, marked an important step in revitalising bilateral dialogue.
Wednesday’s talks in Ankara are expected to build on this momentum, as both sides seek to further strengthen cooperation while continuing dialogue on outstanding issues.
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