Organized by our association, the event not only contributes to the development of relations between Turkey and the EU but also strengthens economic, social, cultural, and political ties by emphasizing the link with Europe. Turkey is looking for ways to bring about improvements within Europe.
Numerous speakers outlined the measures required to achieve this—among them DMW Vice President Halil Sert, who played a key role in the preparations.
At the economic summit, attended by high-ranking representatives from diplomacy and business from Switzerland, Germany, Belgium, the Netherlands, and Turkey, international projects were evaluated under the theme “maximum cooperation under the umbrella of effective diplomacy.”
The opening speech was delivered by President Prof. Günther Meinel, who stressed that although Turkey is not yet an official EU member, it remains an important trade and diplomacy partner. He stated that the Turkish economy can overcome its crisis through better financial policies and noted that DMW has supported Turkey’s EU accession for 24 years, voicing in the EU Parliament and Commission why the country should be an integral part of Europe. Prof. Meinel expressed confidence that longstanding issues between Turkey and the EU could be resolved, pointing out that both the new Turkish government and the European side have goodwill toward finding a solution.
The evening was hosted by well-known moderator Jennifer Sebnem-Schäfer with musical accompaniment by singer Miriam Geiger. After the program, a gala dinner was held where participants exchanged views on diplomatic topics and potential joint initiatives.
DMW International | News
2023