Turkey Applauds ASEAN Dialogue Partner Status
Turkey welcomed the decision of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) to accept it as a "Partner for Dialogue" after its application was approved during the Foreign Ministers' meeting in Manila. This marks a significant turning point in the relationship between the two sides. Turkey affirmed that cooperation with ASEAN will continue to develop based on mutual interests and shared prosperity, with a focus on deepening economic and political collaboration and enhancing strategic capabilities, particularly within the framework of the "Re-Asia" initiative. Turkey is among the first countries to establish institutional relations with the bloc, and through obtaining this status, it aims to participate more broadly in regional organizations and strengthen bilateral relations with member states. Currently, the trade exchange between Turkey and ASEAN amounts to $16.12 billion, up from $6.5 billion in 2010. Elevating Turkey to the status of "Partner for Dialogue" represents one of the highest levels of partnership with ASEAN, allowing it to participate permanently in regional meetings and conferences, although without voting rights.
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