Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan to Attend D-8 Meeting in Cairo
Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan is scheduled to travel to Cairo to participate in a meeting of the D-8 Organization for Economic Cooperation. The gathering will focus on a range of regional issues and the organization's internal matters.
Agenda Items
During the meeting, discussions will revolve around the ongoing conflict in Gaza, the progress report of the D-8 organization, the selection of the next secretary-general, the secretariat's budget, and other organizational affairs.
Call for Cease-fire
Fidan is expected to advocate for an immediate halt to Israel's aggressive actions in Palestine and emphasize the necessity of preventing the escalation of the conflict into a broader regional crisis.
Support for UNRWA
The significance of the UN Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) will be underscored by the minister.
International Pressure on Israel
Fidan will stress the importance of maintaining international pressure on Israel and its allies across various platforms.
Turkey's Stance on Israel
Turkey has been a vocal critic of Israel's military operations in Gaza and neighboring countries, urging the UN to take action and calling for an arms embargo on Israel.
Regional Efforts and Reconstruction Support
Fidan will highlight the contributions made by D-8 countries in regional initiatives and emphasize the need for international assistance in the reconstruction of Gaza and Lebanon.
Economic Focus of D-8
The D-8, established in 1997, primarily serves as an economic forum, but recent meetings have concentrated on political issues, particularly the Gaza conflict.
Trade Agreement Implementation
The full implementation of the Preferential Trade Agreement among D-8 members will be a key point of discussion, aimed at boosting trade and supporting small and medium-sized enterprises in member states.
