Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlüt Çavuşoğlu

Turkish FM meets Taliban’s senior delegation over Afghan issues

October 15, 2021 by Roman Ahmed

Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu (1st R) meets with Afghanistan's acting Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi

ANKARA – Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu on Thursday met with a senior delegation of Taliban from Afghanistan, the first meeting of its kind since the group took power in August. “We gave advice to the Taliban administration. We once again said they should be inclusive for the unity of the country. We talked about … Read more

Qureshi, Turkish Counterpart Eye Stable Afghanistan For Region’s Progress

June 20, 2021June 20, 2021 by Arhama Altaf

Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi held a meeting with his Turkish counterpart Mevlüt Çavuşoğlu on the sidelines of the Antalya Diplomacy Forum.

During the meeting, Foreign Minister Qureshi and his Turkish counterpart discussed ways to enhance bilateral ties among the two countries and Qureshi also expressed his joy after lending his support on behalf of Pakistan to the Antalya Diplomacy Forum.

Great to meet FM @MevlutCavusoglu today and congratulations on such a vibrant and engaging @AntalyaDF. Turkey and Pakistan share excellent bilateral relations and I was happy to be a part of and lend my support to the #AntalyaDiplomacyForum pic.twitter.com/HzCf4ZtdgR

— Shah Mahmood Qureshi (@SMQureshiPTI) June 20, 2021

Both the leaders also discussed matter related to mutual interest and the Afghan Peace Process and exchanged views following the withdrawal of foreign troops from Afghanistan.

The two foreign ministers discussed ways to mobilize the international community to help stop Indian aggression against the innocent Kashmiris.

Qureshi apprised the Turkish foreign minister of the sentiment prevailing in Pakistan in support of the Palestinian and Kashmiri people.

[amazonad category=”Auto”]

In our meeting we spoke about:
➖7th Session of High-Level Strategic Cooperation Council in #Turkey, 2021
➖Latest devpts in 🇦🇫 peace process & withdrawal of troops. Shared 🇵🇰 hope for Afghan parties to seize historic opp & for inclusive, politically negotiated settlement. https://t.co/I6Isoj2gG7

— Shah Mahmood Qureshi (@SMQureshiPTI) June 20, 2021

Pakistan wants a peaceful, independent and stable Afghanistan,” said FM Qureshi.

He further added that his country is committed to play a positive role in bringing peace to the region, including Afghanistan.

On the other hand, the Turkish Foreign Minister appreciated Pakistan’s conciliatory role in the Afghan peace process and also hinted at joint efforts to stabilize the region.

The two Foreign Ministers agreed to continue consultations for the development of bilateral relations and peace in the region.

It is pertinent to mention here that the two-day Antalya Diplomacy Forum began in the Turkish city of Antalya on Friday.

The Foreign Minister Qureshi highlighted Pakistan’s vision for regional cooperation, economic development and connectivity there.

The Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlüt Çavusoglu had invited him to the Antalya Diplomacy Forum.

On the sidelines, FM Qureshi held bilateral meetings with his counterparts and key regional and international partners.

FM Qureshi, Turkish counterpart Discuss Israeli atrocities against Innocent Palestinians

May 11, 2021 by Arhama Altaf

Foreign Minister (FM) Shah Mahmood Qureshi has on Tuesday spoke to his Turkish counterpart Mevlut Cavusoglu and discussed the ongoing brutal act of terrorism by Israeli Forces against the Palestinians in Jerusalem.

In his tweet today, FM Qureshi has termed the Israeli violence against innocent and unarmed Palestinians “absolutely unacceptable”.

He wrote, “Spoke to brother Mevlut Cavusoglu on the increasingly dire and oppressive situation in Palestine. Fully support Turkey’s call to convene a meeting of OCI and UN. Storming 1st Qibla of Islam Masjid Al-Aqsa, killing children and forcing evictions – absolutely unacceptable.”

Spoke to brother @MevlutCavusoglu on the increasingly dire and oppressive situation in Palestine. Fully support Turkey’s call to convene meeting of @OIC_OCI & UN. Storming 1st Qibla of Islam Masjid Al Aqsa, killing children and forcing evictions – absolutely unacceptable.

— Shah Mahmood Qureshi (@SMQureshiPTI) May 11, 2021

He further said that Mevlut Cavusoglu is in Saudi Arabia and during talks with the Saudi Foreign Minister today, he will propose an emergency ministerial-level meeting of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) in order to effectively raise the voice of Muslim Ummah on the Palestinian issue.

Earlier in the day, while addressing a news conference, FM Qureshi said that there is no change in Pakistan’s historic and principled position on Jammu and Kashmir dispute.

He said, “Pakistan and Kashmiri people have totally rejected the illegal steps taken by India on the 5th August 2019. He said Pakistan has raised its voice on the matter at all the international forums.”

“There is no ambiguity in Pakistan’s stance on the lingering dispute,” he added.

The Foreign Minister strongly condemned the Israeli violence against innocent and unarmed Palestinians. He further urged the international community to assemble its efforts to get stopped the Israeli atrocities against Palestinians.

“The international community must play its part in ending Israel’s violence,’ he appealed, ‘Pakistan’s position on Palestine is unequivocal,” the Foreign Minister said.

Shah Mahmood Qureshi said that Pakistan fully expresses solidarity with the Palestinian people, and Prime Minister Imran Khan also made his position clear to the Secretary-General of the OIC.

No Military Solution To Afghan Issues, Says FM After Tripartite Conference

May 2, 2021April 24, 2021 by Aizbah Khan

Foreign Minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi appreciated Turkey’s role after the tripartite foreign ministers’ meeting in Turkey and said that there is no military solution to the Afghan issues, the only way is comprehensive dialogue. Addressing a joint press conference with Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu after the tripartite meeting with Turkish and Afghan foreign ministers … Read more

FM To Visit Turkey To Attend Tripartite Conference On Afghan Peace Process

April 22, 2021 by Aizbah Khan

At the invitation of Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu, Foreign Minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi will pay a two-day visit to Turkey, where a tripartite conference on the Afghan peace process will be held. A statement issued by Foreign Office Spokesman Zahid Hafeez Chaudhry said that Shah Mehmood Qureshi will visit Turkey on April 23, 2021, … Read more

FM Calls On Turkish Counterpart On Sideline Of `Heart of Asia` Conference

March 29, 2021 by Aizbah Khan

Foreign Minister Makhdoom Shah Mehmood Qureshi meets with Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu on the sidelines of the 9th Heart of Asia-Istanbul Process Conference in Dushanbe. During the meeting, issues of mutual interest including bilateral relations and law and order situation in the region were discussed. Turkish Foreign Minister appreciated Pakistan’s efforts for peace in … Read more

Ertugrul Stars Bamsi Bey, Artuk Bey Are In Pakistan

January 13, 2021 by Muhammad Usman

Good news for all the Dirilis: Ertugrul fans as two of the cast members have also arrived in Pakistan.

According to the details, Nurettin Sönmez aka Bamsı Beyrek and Ayberk Pekcan aka Artuk Bey arrived in Pakistan along with the Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu.

Mevlut Cavusoglu along with a 20-member delegation arrived in Islamabad on Tuesday.

As per the sources, Nurettin Sönmez and Ayberk Pekcan are also part of the Turkish delegation.

It is pertinent to mention here that President Dr. Arif Alvi has also awarded Hilal-e-Pakistan to the Turkish Foreign Minister in recognition of his services for international peace and security and further strengthening of the Pakistan-Turkey bilateral relationship.

Earlier today (13th Jan) Pakistan and Turkey had signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the promotion of cooperation in the education sector.

The MoU was signed by Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu and Minister for Education Shafqat Mahmood in Islamabad on Wednesday.

Pakistan and Turkey also agreed to pursue a joint strategy at the international level on matters of mutual interests in order to further strengthen the bilateral relations between the two countries.

The understanding came at a meeting between Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi and his Turkish counterpart Mevlut Cavusoglu in Islamabad on Wednesday.

[embedpost slug=”pakistan-lauds-turkey-for-unwavering-support-on-kashmir-issue/”]

Trilateral Talks To Be Held Between Pakistan, Turkey & Azerbaijan Tomorrow

January 12, 2021 by Aizbah Khan

The foreign ministers of Pakistan, Turkey and Azerbaijan will meet in Islamabad on Wednesday for the second tripartite talks. According to a statement issued by the Foreign Office, the Foreign Ministers will consider various issues, including new and emerging challenges to regional peace and security, the Coronavirus epidemic and the challenges posed by climate change. … Read more

Menu

Latest

Entertainment

Lifestyle