Shusha:Ankara Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has emphasized the enduring brotherhood between Turkey and Azerbaijan, stating that attempts to undermine the relationship between the two countries are destined to fail.
According to Azerbaijan State News Agency, Erdogan spoke about the unwavering ties between Turkey and Azerbaijan during his return from a visit to Azerbaijan. He described the two nations as brotherly states connected by friendship, solidarity, and a shared history. The Turkish leader highlighted cooperation in strategic sectors such as energy, transportation, and infrastructure as pivotal to their relationship.
During his visit, Erdogan attended Victory Day celebrations in Shusha at the invitation of Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev, further underscoring the solidarity between the two countries. He used the occasion to congratulate Azerbaijan on Victory Day and State Flag Day, and to commemorate the victims of the Khojaly massacre. The visit also included discussions on bilateral cooperation and regional developments, as well as observations of reconstruction efforts in Garabagh.
Erdogan announced the upcoming inauguration of a school in Garabagh, featuring 40 classrooms, two laboratories, and a library, as part of ongoing development support. He also highlighted the establishment of the Turkey-Azerbaijan International Forestry Training Center and Nursery Facility in the region.
Addressing speculation about the bilateral relations, Erdogan affirmed the principle of "one nation, two states" and criticized efforts to create divisions between Turkey and Azerbaijan as futile. He reiterated the countries' commitment to work together alongside other Turkic nations for international strength and a prosperous future.
Erdogan stressed the importance of vigilance against disinformation and maintaining transparent communication to counteract any attempts to weaken the unity between the two nations. He concluded by emphasizing the need for unity within the Turkic world, recalling his remarks at the Organization of Turkic States summit in Ankara.