Mumin Altas
31 March 2019•Update: 31 March 2019
ANKARA
Turkish Vice President has said parties at a quadrilateral summit that took place in Romania on Friday had productive negotiations.
In an exclusive interview with Anadolu Agency, Fuat Oktay said: “Within the scope of the summit we expressed issues such as our expectations from the EU, regional cooperation in the Balkans, energy and migration issues, as well as xenophobia and Islamophobia.”
“Turkey has the potential to contribute to the stability of geography, which is why the Balkans are important,” the vice president said.
Oktay emphasized on maintaining strong relations with Turkish ancestors and compatriots.
“The establishment of a lasting peace and cooperation environment in the Balkans concerns Turkey,” he said.
“Due to its history, cultural ties and common economic interest within the region, Turkey would also benefit from the stability and peace in the Balkans,” Oktay said.
The Turkish vice president hailed Romania on Friday for supporting Ankara’s efforts to establish “constructive” relations with the European Union. Romania holds the EU’s rotating presidency until June 30.
Oktay made the comments at a joint press conference in Bucharest with Romanian Prime Minister Viorica Dancila.
Following the press conference, Oktay met with Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic on the sidelines of the quadrilateral meeting of Greece, Bulgaria, Romania Serbia.
The meeting, which was closed to the press, lasted for 30 minutes.
*Writing By Dilara Hamit
