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Türkiye's Erdogan congratulates new UK PM, vows to deepen bilateral ties
Two leaders discuss bilateral ties as well as regional and global developments, with Türkiye's President Erdogan highlighting progress in defence cooperation, trade, and investment.
Türkiye's Erdogan congratulates new UK PM, vows to deepen bilateral ties
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan makes a speech at a press conference in Ankara, Türkiye, on August 10, 2026 [FILE]. / َAA

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has spoken with British Prime Minister Andy Burnham in a phone call, during which they discussed bilateral relations as well as regional and global developments.

Erdogan congratulated Burnham on his new post and said he believed the two countries would take their relations to a higher level in the days ahead, according to the Turkish Communications Directorate on Monday.

Erdogan said Türkiye and the UK had made significant progress in cooperation across all areas, particularly the defence industry.

He also highlighted the importance of the Strategic Partnership Framework Document and the Security and Defence Partnership Document signed by the two countries, the directorate added.

He said the two countries would continue working together to boost bilateral trade and reach their investment targets.

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