Türkiye expects the European Union to show the necessary will and act more courageously to advance relations with Ankara, Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan has expressed.

“The EU cannot be a global actor without Türkiye”, - said Fidan at a joint press conference with EU Commissioner for Neighborhood and Enlargement Oliver Varhelyi in Ankara.

He also emphasised that relations between Türkiye and the European Union should not be held hostage to the interests of some countries.

Referring to recent announcements on the bloc’s enlargement through 2030, Fidan said that at a time when the EU is highlighting its enlargement policy over geopolitical concerns, it would be a great strategic mistake to exclude Türkiye from this.

Fidan also said reactivation of the Türkiye-EU Established Dialogue Mechanisms is essential for establishing trust in relations.