Minister Vedat Işıkhan meets diplomats and Turkish community in Brussels

Turkish Minister of Labor and Social Security Vedat Işıkhan conducted a series of diplomatic and community meetings in Brussels, Belgium. During his visit, Işıkhan met with Brussels Ambassador Görkem Barış Tantekin and Turkey’s Permanent Representative to the European Union, Ambassador Yaprak Balkan.

Işıkhan also held a meeting at the Brussels Embassy with business leaders, civil society representatives, and Turkish-origin politicians living in Belgium. He emphasized that the Turkish community in Belgium contributes significantly to the country’s economic and social life while strengthening the ties between the two nations. He noted that the involvement of the diaspora in politics, local government, and business is vital for protecting their interests and advancing bilateral relations.

Regarding economic ties, Işıkhan highlighted the recent momentum in Turkey-Belgium relations, referencing a previous visit by a Belgian economic mission led by Queen Mathilde. He stated that future cooperation will be guided by a ‘win-win’ approach to ensure mutual benefit across all sectors. He also reiterated a directive from the Presidency to ensure that Turkish citizens living abroad are supported and not left alone.