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FM Fidan to make official visit to Serbia on May 19

Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan addresses a press conference following an informal meeting of The North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO) foreign ministers ahead of potential peace talks between Ukraine and Russia in Türkiye, in Antalya, on May 15, 2025. (AFP Photo)
Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan addresses a press conference following an informal meeting of The North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO) foreign ministers ahead of potential peace talks between Ukraine and Russia in Türkiye, in Antalya, on May 15, 2025. (AFP Photo)
May 18, 2025 01:53 PM GMT+03:00

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan will pay an official visit to Serbia tomorrow, on May 19, according to diplomatic sources.

The visit aims to strengthen bilateral relations and address regional cooperation in the Balkans.

High-level meetings scheduled with Serbian leadership

During his visit, Minister Fidan will be received by Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic, marking the high-level nature of the diplomatic engagement. He is also expected to hold talks with his Serbian counterpart, Foreign Minister Marko Djuric.

In these meetings, Fidan will express satisfaction with the multidimensional cooperation between Türkiye and Serbia, highlighting the positive trajectory of bilateral relations.

FM Fidan to make official visit to Serbia on May 19
FM Fidan to make official visit to Serbia on May 19

Focus on regional peace and Balkan stability

The Turkish Foreign Minister will emphasize Türkiye's commitment to maintaining peace and stability in the Balkans and the importance of developing cooperation with Serbia within this framework.

Regarding the situation in Bosnia and Herzegovina, Fidan will underline the importance of addressing issues with a sensible approach and keeping dialogue channels open between all parties.

Regional ownership approach to shared challenges

According to diplomatic sources, Fidan will draw attention to the necessity of acting with a regional ownership approach when facing regional challenges.

He will also express the need to prioritize strengthening regional solidarity and cooperation in the face of common challenges.

This visit comes as part of Türkiye's ongoing diplomatic efforts to maintain constructive engagement with Balkan countries and play a stabilizing role in the region.

May 18, 2025 01:56 PM GMT+03:00
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