Turkish Grand National Assembly

01/26/2023 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 01/26/2023 11:16

SPEAKER ŞENTOP MEETS WITH THE PRESIDENT OF THE MOLDOVA PARLIAMENT GROSU

2023-01-26 - 20:07
SPEAKER ŞENTOP MEETS WITH THE PRESIDENT OF THE MOLDOVA PARLIAMENT GROSU
Speaker of the Grand National Assembly of Türkiye, Mustafa Şentop said, "We want a just solution based on Ukraine's territorial integrity, sovereignty and independence to be established through diplomacy as soon as possible. Türkiye is making a great effort in this regard."

Speaker Şentop held a one-on-one meeting with the President of the Moldovan Parliament, Igor Grosu, later on held a meeting between delegations.<_o3a_p>

In his speech, Şentop emphasized that although we do not have a common border, Türkiye considers Moldova as its neighbor, and expressed his desire to strengthen relations with Moldova within the framework of the Strategic Partnership.<_o3a_p>

Speaker Şentop noted that the second meeting of the High Level Strategic Cooperation Council, which is planned to be held with the participation of President Erdoğan, will undoubtedly be a driving force for furthering the relations and setting new targets in bilateral relations.<_o3a_p>

Expressing his satisfaction with the increase in economic and commercial relations as well as bilateral relations, Şentop stated that the target of bilateral trade volume of 1 billion dollars was achieved and said, "We must now set new high ambitious targets."<_o3a_p>

Referring to the effects of the ongoing Ukraine-Russia war, Speaker of the Grand National Assembly of Türkiye, Şentop pointed out the problems caused by the war in Ukraine in terms of security, economy and trade for the region and continued as follows:<_o3a_p>

"We wish that a just solution based on Ukraine's territorial integrity, sovereignty and independence will be established through diplomacy as soon as possible. Türkiye is making a great effort in this regard. Our President continues to work to bring the sides to the table. We are taking important and effective steps for the solution of the issue, especially with our efforts regarding the opening of this grain corridor, as well as the prisoner exchange and now the opening of the humanitarian corridor. The prolongation of the war that has been going on for one year will have a heavy cost for all of us. The escalation of the war will increase the security threat for the region. As such, we must concentrate our efforts on facilitating a negotiated solution."<_o3a_p>

Speaker Şentop also expressed Türkiye's approach towards Gagauz Autonomous Region and Gagauz compatriots.<_o3a_p>

Şentop said, "Autonomous Territorial Unit of Gagauzia (ATUG) is an integral part of our relations with Moldova. Our approach to our Gagauz compatriots cannot be separated from our unconditional support for Moldova's territorial integrity and sovereignty. We want our Gagauz compatriots to preserve their autonomy and live in peace and prosperity in Moldova."<_o3a_p>

In his speech, Igor Grosu, President of the Parliament of Moldova, expressed his gratitude for Türkiye's support to Moldova both during the pandemic and due to the Ukraine-Russia war.<_o3a_p>

Emphasizing the importance of the role played by President Erdogan in the conflict in Ukraine, President Grosu pointed out the importance of issues such as the opening of the grain corridor and prisoner exchange, and emphasized that the opening of the grain corridor played a saving role not only for the region, but also for the people in the north of Africa. Emphasizing the importance of President Erdoğan continuing on this path, Grosu said, "The only thing we need is peace. We want both sides to gather around a table."<_o3a_p>

Speaker Şentop and President Grosu, after the meeting between delegations, left carnations on the area bombed in the treacherous coup attempt on July 15. Şentop later accompanied his colleague at the 15th of July National Unity Day Exhibition and the Plenary Hall of the Grand National Assembly of Türkiye. <_o3a_p>