ANKARA: Belgium's Foreign Minister Bernard Quintin is set to visit Trkiye on Thursday for discussions with his Turkish counterpart, Hakan Fidan, as announced by Trkiye's Foreign Ministry. This visit marks Quintin's engagement in diplomatic dialogue concerning bilateral relations between Belgium and Trkiye.

According to Anadolu Agency, the Turkish Foreign Ministry stated that "H.E. Bernard Quintin, Minister of Foreign Affairs, European Affairs, Foreign Trade and the Federal Cultural Institutions of Belgium, will pay a visit to Trkiye on 2 January 2025." The ministry has not disclosed the specific agenda for the talks, leaving room for speculation on the topics that might be covered during the diplomatic meeting.

This visit will also be significant as it represents Fidan's first diplomatic engagement of the year 2025, potentially setting the tone for Trkiye's foreign relations strategy in the upcoming year. The discussions could encompass a range of issues, including trade, cultural exchange, and broader European affairs, although no official confirmation has been provided on these topics. The meeting underscores the ongoing importance of diplomatic relations between European nations and Trkiye.