Ankara, Türkiye – On January 21, 2025, Minister of Foreign Affairs Hakan Fidan of the Republic of Türkiye met with Swedish Minister for Foreign Affairs Maria Malmer Stenergard and Swedish Minister for Justice Gunnar Strömmer in Ankara. The meeting took place within the framework of the Türkiye-Sweden Security Compact.
The Security Compact, signed in 2024, aims to strengthen cooperation between Türkiye and Sweden on security matters, including counterterrorism and preventing recruitment to terrorist organizations. The meeting was held to discuss progress in implementing the Compact and explore ways to further enhance cooperation.
Minister Fidan expressed Türkiye’s appreciation for Sweden’s efforts in implementing the Compact and reiterated the importance of fully addressing Türkiye’s security concerns. He particularly emphasized the need to take concrete steps against terrorist organizations and their activities in Sweden.
Minister Stenergard reaffirmed Sweden’s commitment to fulfilling its obligations under the Security Compact. She highlighted the steps taken by Sweden to counter terrorism and expressed willingness to strengthen cooperation with Türkiye in this area.
Minister Strömmer discussed Sweden’s ongoing legal reforms visant to combat terrorism and prevent radicalization. He stressed the importance of respecting the rule of law and human rights in these efforts.
The meeting also touched upon regional developments, including the situation in Syria and Iraq. Both sides emphasized the need to continue working together to address common challenges and promote regional stability.
In a joint statement following the meeting, Minister Fidan, Minister Stenergard, and Minister Strömmer said that they had held “productive and constructive talks.” They agreed to continue their close cooperation under the Security Compact and to work together to enhance security and stability in the region.
The meeting marked a significant step in the implementation of the Türkiye-Sweden Security Compact and demonstrated the commitment of both countries to strengthening their cooperation in the fight against terrorism. It also underlined the importance of dialogue and cooperation between Türkiye and Sweden in addressing regional challenges and promoting common interests.
Minister of Foreign Affairs Hakan Fidan met with Maria Malmer Stenergard, Minister for Foreign Affairs of Sweden and Gunnar Strömmer, Minister for Justice of Sweden, in the framework of the Türkiye-Sweden Security Compact meeting, 21 January 2025, Ankara
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