Erdoğan and Sinkevicius discuss bilateral ties and defense cooperation

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan held a telephone conversation with Lithuanian Prime Minister Mindaugas Sinkevicius to discuss bilateral relations and various regional and global issues.

During the call, Erdoğan congratulated Sinkevicius on his new role and expressed confidence that ties between Turkey and Lithuania will continue to strengthen. The leaders emphasized the importance of increasing cooperation across all sectors, with a particular focus on the defense industry.

Erdoğan also addressed the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war, stating that Turkey is making efforts to ensure the conflict results in a lasting peace. Additionally, he extended his best wishes to Lithuania regarding its upcoming presidency of the European Union.