Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan held talks with Moldova’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mihai Popşoi on the sidelines of the Informal Meeting of EU Foreign Affairs Ministers (Gymnich) in Warsaw.

The meeting provided an opportunity for the two ministers to discuss bilateral relations and regional issues amid ongoing EU discussions.

While specific details of the talks were not disclosed, the encounter underscores Türkiye’s active engagement with Moldova, a key Eastern European partner navigating closer ties with the European Union. The Gymnich meeting, known for its informal format, allows EU ministers and invited counterparts to address pressing global and regional challenges in a candid setting.

Fidan’s participation reflects Türkiye’s strategic role as a bridge between Europe and its broader neighborhood, while Moldova’s presence highlights its growing alignment with EU foreign policy objectives.

The Warsaw talks are expected to contribute to strengthening Türkiye-Moldova cooperation on shared priorities, including security and economic development. (ILKHA)