Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday praised the function of his Turkish counterpart Recep Tayyip Erdoğan in selling relations between the 2 nations.
Speaking at a press briefing in Astana, Kazakhstan, Putin hinted that Western sanctions are hindering the event of financial ties between Russia and Türkiye.
“What is hindering (the development of relations) is well-know. What is helping (relations) to move forward (is) the political will of President Erdoğan,” stated Putin.
Meeting Erdoğan on the sidelines of a Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit on Wednesday, Putin stated: “Relations between Russia and Türkiye are progressing despite the current challenges in the world.”
For his half, the Turkish president stated: “Our country’s path is strong and continues to grow stronger, and we want to further develop warm relations between Russia and Türkiye.”
Earlier this week, citing the nation’s robust ties, Erdoğan and Putin expressed willingness for the Russian chief to as soon as once more go to Türkiye.
The leaders are identified to have frequent cellphone calls to debate bilateral and regional points.
Source: www.anews.com.tr