Erdogan reaffirms Ankara’s support for Venezuela’s dialogue process
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and Nicolas Maduro attend a joint press conference in Ankara, Türkiye, June 8, 2022 (DHA File Photo)
In a recent phone call, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan assured Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro of Ankara’s commitment to supporting the dialogue process in Venezuela.
Erdogan expressed his hope that the elections may “lead to auspicious results for Venezuela,” according to a statement by the Turkish Communications Directorate.
“Türkiye will continue to support the dialogue process in Venezuela, conveying his wish for peace, prosperity, and well-being for the Venezuelan people,” it added.
The duo also discussed bilateral ties between the countries, as well as regional and global issues.
Erdogan appreciated Maduro for Venezuela’s “support of Palestine in opposition to Israeli oppression,” the statement said.
According to the Venezuelan National Electoral Council, Maduro, who has been running the country since 2013, secured 51% of the vote against 44% by opposition coalition candidate Edmundo Gonzalez Urrutia. The results, however, have been disputed by the opposition.
