Ukrainian citizens hold mostly positive view of Türkiye, study finds
Ukrainian citizens show their appreciation for Türkiye's political steps to end the Russia-Ukraine war by holding Turkish flags on March 30, 2022. (AA Photo)
In a recent study conducted jointly by Active Group and Experts Club, Ukrainian sentiments towards countries across East Asia and the Middle East have been thoroughly examined. The study provides insightful data on how Ukrainians perceive Türkiye, among other nations
The key results highlight a predominantly positive outlook towards Türkiye:
- Completely positive: 7.7%
- Mostly positive: 47.4%
- Mostly negative: 14.1%
- Completely negative: 2.4%
- Difficult to answer: 28.5%
Overall, the positive sentiment (completely positive and mostly positive) stands at 55.1%, while the negative sentiment (mostly negative and completely negative) is 16.5%.
Historical context
The historical context between Ukraine and Türkiye dates back to November 20, 1991, when consular relations were established. Formal diplomatic ties followed on February 3, 1992, culminating in the opening of the Turkish Embassy in Kyiv on April 3 of the same year.
Study details
The study encompassed a comprehensive list of countries, ranging from Türkiye to various nations in East Asia and the Middle East, including Iran, Israel, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Afghanistan, Pakistan, Azerbaijan, Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Kazakhstan, Georgia, Armenia, India, China, Republic of Korea, DPRK, Japan, Vietnam, Indonesia, Syria, and Iraq.
This research not only sheds light on the evolving dynamics of Ukrainian attitudes towards Türkiye but also underscores the broader geopolitical perceptions shaping regional relationships in 2024.
