The Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for European Affairs, Bekim Sali, recently participated in the North Macedonia-Turkey Economic Forum held in Istanbul. During the forum, the minister underscored the critical necessity of deepening economic cooperation and establishing new strategic partnerships between the Republic of North Macedonia and the Republic of Turkey. In his address, Minister Sali commended the robust bilateral relationship between the two nations, noting that the ties are founded upon mutual respect and a history of long-term partnership.
He emphasized that Turkey remains a vital economic partner for North Macedonia. He pointed to the substantial investments originating from Turkey across several key sectors, including industry, infrastructure development, banking, education, and tourism. These investments, he stated, are directly contributing to the nation’s overall economic development and job creation capacity.
The minister highlighted that the government’s ongoing priorities are closely aligned with leveraging these existing commercial frameworks. Bekim Sali reiterated the commitment of the country to expanding trade avenues and solidifying the economic foundations of the relationship. His participation at the forum underscored the strategic importance of continued dialogue to maximize mutual benefits.
The remarks by the minister served to reaffirm the dedication of North Macedonia to fostering a more integrated and prosperous economic future with Turkey.
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It’s encouraging to hear that European integration is seen as a source of new investment and partnership opportunities.
What specific areas of economic cooperation does Bekim Sali believe are most crucial for deepening ties between North Macedonia and Turkey?