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<\/p>\nSenegal\u2019s Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko met with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdo\u011fan in Ankara on Thursday, marking a significant step in deepening the strategic relationship between the two nations.<\/p>\n
President Erdo\u011fan formally welcomed Sonko to the Turkish capital, where the two leaders engaged in bilateral talks focused on expanding cooperation across multiple sectors. The visit also included a meeting between Sonko and Numan Kurtulmu\u015f, the Speaker of Turkey\u2019s Grand National Assembly, underscoring the multi-level diplomatic engagement between Dakar and Ankara.<\/p>\n
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Following the discussions, four key agreements were signed, covering the areas of defense, media, and education. These accords are aimed at enhancing institutional collaboration, knowledge exchange, and security partnerships.<\/p>\n
Turkey\u2019s Directorate of Communications stated that the visit was part of ongoing efforts to \u201cdeepen cooperation\u201d and foster a long-term strategic partnership between the two countries.<\/p>\n
President Erdo\u011fan has previously visited Senegal twice\u2014in 2018 and 2020\u2014as part of Turkey\u2019s broader diplomatic outreach to Africa. In recent years, Ankara has accelerated engagement with African nations, driven by political, economic, and defense interests.<\/p>\n
Turkey\u2019s national carrier, Turkish Airlines, has played a pivotal role in strengthening these ties, providing direct connections between African capitals and Istanbul. Additionally, Turkey\u2019s growing reputation as a defense technology supplier\u2014particularly in drone manufacturing\u2014has made it a sought-after partner for several African governments seeking to modernize their security capabilities.<\/p>\n
Prime Minister Sonko\u2019s visit reflects the increasing importance both countries place on their bilateral relationship, with expectations for expanded trade, enhanced cultural exchanges, and deeper defense cooperation in the coming years.<\/p>\n
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