Solomon Islands–Turkey relations

Solomon Islands–Turkey relations are the foreign relations between the Solomon Islands and Turkey. Diplomatic relations between the two countries were established on 8 March 1979.[1]

Solomon Islands – Turkey relations

Solomon Islands
Turkey

History

In 2008, Turkey hosted a meeting of Pacific Islands Foreign Affairs Ministers in Istanbul which brought together Turkey and Pacific Islands Officials for the first time in an international setting.[2]

In 2013, Reha Keskintepe, the newly appointed Turkish ambassador to Solomon Islands, announced Turkey's determination to enhance ties with Solomon Islands while steps were being taken for the two countries to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU).[2]

In 2014, Turkey provided direct assistance to Solomon Islands during the floods in April. Turkey has also assisted one of the Provincial Hospitals with transportation.[3]

Diplomatic representation

The Turkish ambassador in the Australian capital city of Canberra is also accredited to the Solomon Islands.[1]

See also

References
  1. "From Rep. of Turkey Ministry of Foreign Affairs". Republic of Turkey Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Retrieved 4 January 2021.
  2. "Turkey Determined to Enhance Ties with Solomon Islands Scoop News". www.scoop.co.nz. 24 June 2013. Retrieved 4 January 2021.
  3. "Forau attend Turkey-Pacific meet - Solomon Star News". www.solomonstarnews.com. 12 June 2014. Retrieved 4 January 2021.


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