Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan is expected to visit South Asia in August, as reported by local media on Tuesday. The Turkish president’s official visit to Islamabad is scheduled for the first week of the upcoming month.
President Erdogan will be accompanied by a high-ranking delegation, including Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan. The visit is seen as an opportunity to further strengthen the ties between Turkey and Pakistan, two nations that share a deep-rooted and multifaceted relationship.
During his stay, President Erdogan is set to meet with Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. The leaders are expected to discuss matters of mutual interest, aiming to enhance the cooperation between the two Islamic nations across various sectors. The relationship between Pakistan and Turkey spans political, economic, cultural, and defense cooperation, and has historically been robust, continuing to evolve over time.
The visit comes at a time when the foreign currency exchange rates in Pakistan’s open market are fluctuating. As of July 25, 2023, the US Dollar is trading at 292-294 PKR, while the Euro stands at 319.03-323 PKR. The gold rate in Pakistan is also variable according to the international market, with a single tola of 24-karat gold priced at Rs 223,800 on Tuesday.
This visit by President Erdogan is anticipated to not only bolster the existing ties between the two countries but also pave the way for future collaborations in various sectors. It underscores the importance both nations place on their relationship, and their commitment to further enhancing their bilateral ties.
