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Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Bolivian President Rodrigo Paz Pereira discussed bilateral relations and regional issues during a meeting in Istanbul on Saturday, with Erdogan describing Bolivia as an important partner for Türkiye in Latin America.
According to a statement from Türkiye’s Communications Directorate, Erdogan said the two countries should deepen cooperation in several areas, particularly the defense industry.
He emphasized that Türkiye attaches importance to expanding ties with Bolivia and said the relationship has further potential in sectors where both sides can benefit.
Erdogan also said agreements currently on the bilateral agenda were based on a “win-win” approach and would strengthen the legal framework underpinning relations between Türkiye and Bolivia.
The Turkish president highlighted the defense industry as one of the main areas where cooperation could be expanded.
He also pointed to mining as another sector with significant potential, saying Ankara and La Paz could continue taking steps to develop cooperation in that field.
Erdogan reiterated that Türkiye considers Bolivia a key partner in Latin America and said the two countries could strengthen their relationship further through new agreements and cooperation in areas of mutual interest.
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