Publication date: 2024/12/26 (Last updated: 2024/12/26 11:36)
ISTANBUL – Minister of National Economy Mohammed Al Amor and Turkish Trade Minister Omar Porat signed a Joint Cooperation Protocol to strengthen cooperation in various fields, especially commerce, economy, industry, education and other important areas. .
This took place at the conclusion of the second Palestine-Turkish Economic Cooperation Council held in Istanbul under the chairmanship of the two ministers, attended by Palestinian Ambassador to Turkey Fayed Mustafa and representatives of the Palestinian-Turkish Economic Cooperation Council. Announced. Relevant government agencies from both countries, representatives from the Palestinian private sector and the Turkish private sector.
The holding of this conference in its second session embodies the vision of Presidents Mahmoud Abbas and Recep Erdoğan to strengthen cooperation in all fields, and also demonstrates the commitment of the Republic of Turkey to its leadership and the commitment of its people. We confirm our support for the Palestinian people. Particularly in these difficult times, it is important that elements of our partnership develop in a way that embodies the historic friendship between our two countries.
In addition to trade and economy, the cooperation protocol included cooperation in the areas of health, education, culture, communications, digital economy, transport, energy, industrial cooperation, metrology, customs, water and agriculture. , investments, crisis management and other important areas that serve the interests of both countries.
The parties underline the important role this Council plays in strengthening bilateral relations between the State of Palestine and Turkey, and seek to develop economic relations between the two countries in accordance with their common interests and support economic growth. He emphasized the importance of collaborative efforts to contribute to the opinions of the parties and their commitment to implementing the decisions and recommendations issued at the conference;
Under this cooperation protocol, the two ministers issued two decisions containing an agreement on a list of 42 Palestinian agricultural products exempted from customs duties according to specific criteria for export to Turkey within the framework of cooperation within the free trade agreement. signed. This includes raising quotas. The amount of dates exported to the Turkish market reaches between 5,000 and 7,000 tons.
Regarding the second decision on the adoption of updated rules of origin between the two countries, the protocol includes supporting the participation of Palestinian companies in exhibitions in Turkey by providing free space to participating Palestinian companies It also included accelerating the process of registering date trademarks in Turkey. With the aim of protecting this product, the Turkish Patent and Trademark Office has decided to protect other important achievements linked to Turkey’s readiness to cooperate in the rehabilitation of infrastructure in all important economic sectors of the Gaza Strip. The purpose is
The two Ministers emphasized the continued cooperation in the new mechanism established between the two countries to ensure that the flow of goods to the Palestinian State continues uninterrupted at this stage.
Minister Al Amour said that the achievements witnessed at this second meeting represent an important opportunity to initiate bilateral relations, expand cooperation and partnership, and confront current challenges and changes in the region and the world. I thought it was.
The Minister expressed his gratitude to the Turkish President, government and people for the support Turkey has provided to the Palestinian cause in various fields and for the cessation of relations with Israel, especially commercial relations. expressed. It is a result of the genocidal war against the Palestinian people in Gaza and reviews the effects of the genocidal war against the people of the Gaza Strip, which has been carried out at various levels by the occupying government since October 2023.
Minister Al Amor said the priorities of the Palestinian Authority are to halt the invasion of the Gaza Strip, implement humanitarian needs, provide necessary relief needs and intensify efforts to reduce the impact of this crisis on the Palestinian people. He emphasized that it is important to do so. Preparations for a return to a political horizon based on international legitimacy based on a two-state solution, in order to realize the independence of the Palestinian state of Israel and its capital Al-Quds Al-Sharif.
“Our vision for cooperation with the Republic of Turkey is not just an economic partnership, but a strategic partnership based on a common will to achieve development and prosperity, and a global cooperation based on mutual benefit and justice,” he said. It provides a model.” “Stressed the importance of strengthening the role of the private sector in each region of Palestine and underlined the solidarity between the two friendly peoples.” Turkey also reiterated its commitment to revitalizing economic partnership and achieving sustainable development. announced the launch of a joint project to contribute to the
Minister Al Amour said that economic cooperation between Palestine and Turkey will foster growth and development in multiple areas, including strengthening trade exchanges between the two countries and developing joint investments in promising sectors such as energy, manufacturing and information. He pointed out that it presents a huge opportunity. We will strengthen cooperation in the areas of technology, tourism, education, health and infrastructure, contributing to building national capacity and responding to the growing needs of our peoples.
Minister Al-Amour stressed the need for the Turkish side to provide direct agency to Palestinian companies without going through intermediaries, saying that this joint agreement is a strategic step in the economic opening up between the two countries, facilitating trade and domestic The idea was to increase the share of exports. Turkish market.
In response, Turkish Minister Omar Porat said that he would support the Palestinian people and their legitimate rights and make every effort to strengthen the bonds of partnership and friendship between the two friendly countries and peoples. He confirmed his country’s firm position to ensure the realization of national aspirations. Palestinian people.
The Ministers expressed their desire to strengthen and develop relations in all areas on good terms and in the face of risks, and both sides expressed their desire to ensure that the agreed contents are materialized on the ground and efforts are made to achieve this goal. He expressed confidence that it would be carried out. We will raise the level of cooperation to the level of ambition of our two friendly countries and peoples.
The Turkish Minister emphasized that Prime Minister Turkiye is fully ready to strengthen trade relations with Palestine, develop all current cooperation frameworks and provide all necessary contributions to the development of the Palestinian economy.
During the meeting, the minister spoke about trade relations between Turkiye and Palestine, saying, “The outcome of these talks will positively contribute to the development of Palestine and strengthen the capabilities of the Palestinian people.”
He further added that “the role of trade in achieving economic development of Palestine cannot be ignored. In this context, the free trade agreement signed and entered into force between Turkey and Palestine in 2005 has played an important role in the increase in Exchanges between the two countries. ”
“Almost all agricultural products that Palestine exports to our country will receive preferential imports. God willing, these decisions will help support the Palestinian people and their economy,” the minister said. said.
Minister Porat emphasized Turkey’s support for Palestine, saying, “As the president said, even if no one remains on the side of Palestine, Turkey and the Turkish people will continue to support Palestine.” We will continue to defend the Palestinian cause and the Palestinian people to the end. ”
The two Ministers expressed their gratitude to the technical team that discussed many issues over the two days and developed a joint program for cooperation in all fields to contribute to the exchange of experiences on both sides.
