On October 30 local time, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan met with the German Prime Minister, who visited Ankara.The two sides held a joint press conference after the talks to express their positions on issues such as regional security situation, bilateral relations and Turkey's accession to the EU.

Erdogan said that Turkey attaches great importance to promoting through diplomatic channelsRussia-Ukraine conflictA fair and lasting solution to the conflict and oppose the long-term nature of conflicts. He said that as the European security landscape continues to evolve, all parties should resolve defense supply issues and promote joint defense projects.

Talking aboutsituation in the Middle EastErdogan said Turkey had clearly expressed its position on the issue of Gaza to Germany, stressing that it should prevent a repeat of the humanitarian disaster and push for the implementation of the ¡°two-country plan¡± to lasting peace in the region.

Erdogan also said that if the EU can acknowledge Turkey's strong commitment to join the alliance, Turkey will be hopeful.The "Entering Europe" processAccelerate the pace.

Mertz said that Turkey is an "important participant" in many current foreign and security policy issues. Germany hopes to carry out closer cooperation with Turkey in the security field and is willing to continue to support its accession to the EU. (General reporter Chen Huihui)