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This year, we not only celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Establishment of Diplomatic
Relations between Türkiye and the UAE, but we also embrace the opportunities and
potential that lie ahead for our enduring partnership.

“We firmly believe that this new phase of our economic partnership, coupled
with the impetus provided by high-level visits, will create fresh opportunities
for our countries and encourage increased collaboration among our business
communities,” the ambassador said.

The UAE and Türkiye are celebrating 50 years of bilateral relations this
year. Please describe major events in the past 50 years and what is your
programme for the next 50 years?

2023 has been a significant year for the relations between Türkiye and the
UAE. We have reached a milestone by elevating our relations to the level of a
strategic partnership. Under the leadership of our two Presidents, we have
announced the establishment of a High-Level Strategic Council. Additionally,
we have successfully concluded the Comprehensive Economic Partnership
Agreement, with the aim of quadrupling our bilateral trade volume within five
years.

The progress made in our collaboration is evident through the signing of
numerous new cooperation agreements, totalling over $50 billion worth of
deals. Furthermore, there are many more agreements in the pipeline,
highlighting the continuous efforts to strengthen our ties. The frequent mutual
contacts between high-level officials, including visits and calls from our
respective leadership, have further solidified the bilateral political scene.

This year, as we celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Establishment of
Diplomatic Relations between our countries, we are delighted that it coincides
with a new chapter of collaboration for our nations. The rapid pace of
development witnessed over the past two years reflects the strong political will
on both sides to deepen this partnership.

As we reflect on the past and look towards the next 50 years, we find comfort
in the belief that the strength of our renewed partnership and the close
people-to-people ties will continue to guide our future relationship. This year,
we not only celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Establishment of Diplomatic
Relations between Türkiye and the UAE, but we also embrace the
opportunities and potential that lie ahead for our enduring partnership.

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