Turkey-EU High-Level Economic Dialogue Resumes After 6 Years in Brussels
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After a six-year pause, the Turkey-European Union High-Level Economic Dialogue Meeting was held in Brussels, signaling renewed momentum in economic cooperation between Turkey and the EU.
Constructive Atmosphere and Consensus on Enhanced Cooperation
Turkish Minister of Treasury and Finance Mehmet Şimşek described the meeting as “very constructive”, stating that discussions with EU counterparts resulted in a broad consensus to strengthen economic ties and expand collaboration across all sectors.
“We held the Turkey-EU High-Level Economic Dialogue in Brussels today in a very constructive atmosphere after 6 years,” Şimşek shared in a statement on social media.
Key Topics: Customs Union, Visa Facilitation, and Financial Cooperation
The meeting addressed several critical issues, including the modernization of the Customs Union and visa facilitation for Turkish citizens. Şimşek also noted that the talks evaluated the potential for deepening engagement with European-based international financial institutions, signaling closer financial integration.
Next Round to Be Hosted in Turkey
One of the key outcomes of the meeting was the agreement to hold the next High-Level Economic Dialogue session in Turkey, marking a continued effort to strengthen diplomatic and economic bridges between Ankara and Brussels.
The revival of the dialogue is seen as a positive step toward rebuilding trust and aligning economic priorities amid evolving geopolitical and trade dynamics.