Ankara, December 3, 2025 – The Europe Today: Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and Finnish President Alexander Stubb held a telephone conversation on Wednesday to discuss bilateral relations as well as key regional and global developments, Türkiye’s Communications Directorate announced.
President Erdoğan highlighted Ankara’s determination to enhance trade ties with Helsinki, noting that Türkiye aims to further advance relations through concrete steps in the coming period.
On the Russia–Ukraine conflict, Erdoğan reiterated Türkiye’s commitment to facilitating a successful peace process. He emphasized that the Istanbul talks continue to serve as an effective diplomatic platform for negotiations between the two sides.
Addressing the situation in Gaza, President Erdoğan said Türkiye is closely monitoring the implementation of the ceasefire. He stressed that lasting peace in the region can only be achieved through the vision of a two-state solution, adding that Finland’s recognition of the State of Palestine would be welcomed.
The Turkish leader also extended his congratulations to President Stubb on the occasion of Finland’s Independence Day, observed annually on December 6.
The call underscored the ongoing dialogue between Türkiye and Finland amid evolving geopolitical challenges and both countries’ efforts to strengthen cooperation across multiple domains.
