Kaja Kallas, the European Union's High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy and Vice-President of the European Commission, shared notable insights on Turkey-EU relations in an interview with the leading Greek newspaper Ta Nea.
Responding to a question recalling that the NATO Summit will be held in Turkey and addressing criticisms about Turkey's alignment with EU foreign policy, Kallas stated that cooperation with Turkey is necessary. We must work with Turkey. Follow our news on Google To instantly access the latest news and breaking developments, add us to your favorites on Google.
Add us as a preferred source on Google Kallas expressed that they do not share the same views with Ankara on all matters but emphasized that geopolitical realities make cooperation with Turkey mandatory. She said, "If we consider the geopolitical context, we do not agree with Turkey on all issues, but we have to work with them. We cooperate on migration, trade, and energy."
HIGHLIGHTING TURKEY'S REGIONAL INFLUENCE Kallas underlined Turkey's role as a key actor in regional crises and drew attention to Ankara's international influence. "When we look at Somalia, Sudan, and the Middle East, Turkey is an important player in the region. Therefore, we continue to work with them as much as possible," she said.
Kallas also noted that the sensitivities of EU member states facing various issues with Turkey are taken into account. "We know that some of our member states have very critical problems with Turkey. We keep this in mind and raise these issues in our contacts with Turkey," she added.
IMPORTANCE OF COOPERATION WITH TURKEY IN DEFENSE Kallas responded to the question of whether Europe needs Turkey for defense. She emphasized the importance of defense cooperation with Turkey, stating, "It is truly important to cooperate with Turkey."
NATO DETAIL DREW ATTENTION Kallas noted that a significant number of European countries support closer defense cooperation with Turkey and commented: "This is not part of the Strategic Autonomy for Europe (SAFE). Most member states, which are part of NATO alongside Turkey and where Turkey plays an important role, are pushing for closer defense cooperation with Turkey."
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