President Erdoğan and Prime Minister Sánchez meeting at a NATO Summit
Credit: La Moncloa
On Thursday June 13, Turkey and Spain are set to hold their eighth intergovernmental summit, in Madrid.
Both President Erdoğan and Prime Minister Sánchez are set to discuss the future relations between the two countries.
More than a formal meeting
This gathering is more than just a formal meeting; it’s a chance for both leaders to reaffirm their commitment to cooperation across various sectors. From strengthening economic ties to enhancing cultural exchange, the summit will address a wide array of topics reflecting the vibrant relationship between the two nations.
The last intergovernmental summit took place in 2021, when Prime Minister Sánchez visited Ankara. These summits provide an opportunity to not only review past agreements but also to set new goals for Turkish-Spanish relations.
Crucial time for summit
For Spain, this summit comes at a crucial time. As the country navigates the aftermath of recent European elections, close international partnerships are vital. Turkey, positioned at the crossroads of Europe and Asia, offers numerous opportunities for collaboration in trade, defence, and tourism.
On Turkey’s side, President Erdoğan s visit to Madrid shows Turkey’s intent to strengthen its relationships within Europe. The summit will likely include discussions on joint defence initiatives including NATO and the sharing of new technologies, areas of mutual interest for both nations.
Beyond the strategic and economic discussions, there’s a tangible sense of mutual respect and cultural appreciation. Both countries have rich histories and vibrant cultures, making cultural diplomacy a key aspect of their partnership.
Programs promoting educational exchanges and cultural interactions are expected to be prominent topics, fostering closer ties between the people of Turkey and Spain.
Their meeting isn’t just about immediate outcomes but about laying the groundwork for a stronger, more collaborative future.
Sign up for personalised news
Subscribe to our Euro Weekly News alerts to get the latest stories into your inbox!
By signing up, you will create a Euro Weekly News account if you don’t already have one. Review our
Privacy Policy for more information about our privacy practices.
Leave a comment Cancel reply
Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *
Comment for robots
Known as the PEOPLE’S PAPER, Euro Weekly News is the leading English language newspaper in Spain. And it’s FREE!
Covering the Costa del Sol, Costa Blanca, Almeria, Axarquia, Mallorca and beyond, EWN supports and inspires the individuals, neighbourhoods, and communities we serve, by delivering news with a social conscience. Whether it’s local news in Spain, UK news or international stories, we are proud to be the voice for the expat communities who now call Spain home.
With around half a million print readers a week and over 1.5 million web views per month, EWN has the biggest readership of any English language newspaper in Spain. The paper prints over 150 news stories a week with many hundreds more on the web – no one else even comes close.
Our publication has won numerous awards over the last 25 years including Best Free Newspaper of the Year (Premios AEEPP), Company of the Year (Costa del Sol Business Awards) and Collaboration with Foreigners honours (Mijas Town Hall). All of this comes at ZERO cost to our readers. All our print and online content always has been and always will be FREE OF CHARGE.
Sign up for personalised news
Subscribe to our Euro Weekly News alerts to get the latest stories into your inbox!
By signing up, you will create a Euro Weekly News account if you don’t already have one. Review our Privacy Policy for more information about our privacy practices.
Close
