The Cost of This Aggressive Policy Is Paid by Our Entire Region: Erdogan

Turkey's President Recep Tayyip Erdogan stated that Turkey assumes responsibility for resolving conflicts through dialogue and diplomacy, and continues to work for peace and stability. Erdogan made this statement during his speech at the Shanghai Cooperation Organization summit in Bishkek.

The Turkish president noted that the SCO, which represents a population of 3.5 billion and a GDP of $35 trillion, is one of the key elements of a multipolar world order. “We will strive to develop cooperation with the SCO in all areas, viewing it as an ascending force,” Erdogan declared.

According to him, the SCO can play an important role not only in ensuring peace and stability but also in creating secure transport corridors and strengthening energy security. Erdogan also emphasized that Turkey advocates for linking the Trans-Caspian Middle Corridor with the