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Turkish vice president, Qatari emir discuss economic cooperation

09 July 2023 [18:06] - TODAY.AZ
Vice President Cevdet Y?lmaz and Qatari Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani met in Doha Sunday to discuss economic cooperation opportunities ahead of President Recep Tayyip Erdo?an's planned trip to the Gulf states on July 17-19.

Accompanied by Treasury and Finance Minister Mehmet ?im?ek, Y?lmaz arrived in Doha on Saturday to strengthen bilateral relations and explore potential avenues for economic cooperation.

"We discussed relations between the two countries and possibilities of economic cooperation during the productive bilateral and delegation-level meetings," Y?lmaz said on Twitter.

"As we celebrate the 50th anniversary of our diplomatic relations, we plan to hold the 9th High Strategic Committee meetings. We have signed a total of 95 agreements" in eight previous meetings, he said.

"In addition to the new projects we discussed during our visit today, we aim to deepen our cooperation, especially in the defense industry and energy fields," Y?lmaz said, adding that these initiatives are expected to foster closer ties and strengthen mutual interests, serving as a solid foundation for future collaboration between the two nations.

The strategic cooperation between Qatar and Türkiye will continue to contribute to regional stability and economic development, he said, adding friendship and cooperation between the two countries will further advance ties in all fields.

"I would like to express my gratitude to the officials of the State of Qatar, especially Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani, for their hospitality," Y?lmaz said.

Erdo?an is expected to visit Saudi Arabia, Qatar and the UAE on July 17-19.
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