Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan reiterated his country’s commitment to supporting Syria’s security, stability, and future development, emphasizing the importance of cooperation between the two neighboring countries in safeguarding regional peace.
According to the Anadolu Agency, Erdogan stated on Wednesday during an address to the parliamentary group of the Justice and Development Party (AKP): “We will once again stand with our brothers in rebuilding and reconstructing Syria. We will grow together in Syria and Turkey. Remember that Syria’s security is our security.”
He added that Syrians living in Turkey today “are our guests,” stating that those who fled the conflict “rose up to defend their dignity,” and that their presence added “honor to the nation” through their resilience.
Erdogan had similarly stated on Monday, following a meeting of the Turkish cabinet, that Turkey would continue working in the coming period to establish lasting peace and stability in Syria, through dialogue with all relevant regional actors. He expressed satisfaction with Syria’s recent steps toward restoring its international relations.
