Istanbul: Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan held separate meetings with his counterparts from several Balkan countries in Istanbul, as confirmed by the Foreign Ministry on Friday. These discussions occurred alongside the second Balkan Peace Platform meeting, providing an opportunity for diplomatic engagement and dialogue.
According to Anadolu Agency, Fidan met with Bosnian Foreign Minister Elmedin Konakovic, Kosovar Foreign Minister Donika Gervalla-Schwarz, and Albanian Foreign Minister Elisa Spiropali. These meetings highlighted Turkey's ongoing efforts to strengthen regional ties and cooperation with its Balkan neighbors.
Additionally, Fidan engaged in talks with Serbian Foreign Minister Marko Djuric, North Macedonian Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade Minister Timco Mucunski, and Montenegrin Foreign Minister Ervin Ibrahimovic. Although specific details of the discussions were not immediately available, the meetings underscore the importance of diplomatic channels in fostering regional stability and peace.