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Erdogan Announces Hakan Fidan's Upcoming Visit to Syria for Constitutional Reform and Support for New State Structure

Dec 20, 2024, 11:11 AM

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan announced that Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan will soon visit Syria to collaborate on a new state structure. Erdogan emphasized the importance of supporting the new Syrian administration in its development, stating that Syrian citizens will determine their future. He highlighted the need for constitutional reform as a critical step in rebuilding Syria. Erdogan's remarks came during his return from a trip to Egypt, where he reiterated Turkey's commitment to assist Syria in establishing its governance framework and ensuring security along its southern border.