Turkish foreign minister Hakan Fidan met US secretary of state Marco Rubio at the Munich Security Conference. They discussed trade, defence ties, Ukraine, and Gaza. Fidan stressed Türkiye’s stance on counterterrorism and the need for a lasting ceasefire in Gaza.
Turkish foreign minister Hakan Fidan held his first face-to-face meeting with US secretary of state Marco Rubio on the sidelines of the 61st Munich Security Conference. Their discussion covered a range of bilateral and regional matters, including trade relations, cooperation in the defence industry, and key geopolitical developments.
Fidan outlined Türkiye’s stance on regional security and counterterrorism, particularly regarding efforts to combat Daesh. He also stressed the importance of securing a lasting ceasefire in Gaza, emphasising that resolving the Israeli-Palestinian conflict is crucial for long-term stability in the region.
The two ministers also exchanged views on the war in Ukraine, considering possible steps towards peace. They further discussed the wider implications of the conflict and its impact on both regional and global security.
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