Germany on Friday called for Türkiye to be included in the EU’s emerging defense initiatives, with Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul describing Ankara as an indispensable “geostrategic partner” at a time when Europe is reassessing its security needs.
Speaking alongside Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan in Berlin, Wadephul said the bloc should open its 150 billion euro ($173.48 billion) SAFE joint defense procurement program to Türkiye and the U.K., underscoring Ankara’s long-standing role as a reliable NATO ally with growing defense capabilities.
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