Turkey Balances NATO Responsibilities with SCO Aspirations

Turkey seeks to improve its relationship with the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) while maintaining its commitment to NATO. Defence Minister Yasar Guler emphasized that the country's main priority is to fulfill its NATO responsibilities and enhance solidarity with its allies, ensuring NATO remains prepared and strong.

Turkey aims to strengthen its relationship with the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) without compromising its commitments to NATO, Defence Minister Yasar Guler stated. In a written interview with Reuters, Guler affirmed that Turkey's top priority is to meet its NATO obligations and fortify ties with NATO allies.

Established in 2001 by Russia, China, and Central Asian countries, the SCO serves as a counterbalance to Western alliances, integrating security, political, and economic elements.

Guler stressed the importance of a prepared and robust NATO, indicating Turkey's focus on ensuring the alliance's readiness and fortitude amid shifting geopolitical landscapes.

(With inputs from agencies.)