Ankara expresses hope for the speedy European integration of the Balkan countries, since it considers it extremely important to preserve peace and stability in the region. About this the speaker of the Great National Assembly (parliament) of Turkey Mustafa Schentop said at the international conference on the topic “Balkans and Europe: from the general past to the general future”, organized on Monday at Istanbul University.
Schentop attracted attention to aggravation of problems in the Balkans against the background of crisis processes in the world.
The speaker of the Turkish parliament attracted attention to the influence of the Russian-Ukrainian conflict for the countries of the Balkan region. “The negative consequences of the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine are also deeply felt in the Balkans and carry some serious risks for stability in the region,” the speaker said.
“Aware of existing risks and trying to adapt to the change in the balance of forces, the European Union accelerated the integration process in the region. Ankara supports the European integration of the Balkans, because it believes that this will contribute to the stability and prosperity of the region, provided that it will pass transparently,” said He.
Turkey does everything possible to maintain peace and stability in the region, actively contributes to the work of international organizations, supports dialogue with the parties to the conflict, Schentop emphasized.
“Unfortunately, it cannot be said that after the experience experienced by the bitter experience, the Balkan countries achieved the same success as Turkey achieved. Of course, an important factor is that after the events of the 90s, not much time passed. A significant part of those, Who witnessed these painful and tragic events are still alive, ”he recalled.
However, the Schentop continued, it should be noted that not only time, but also labor, is necessary for healing, the dedication of each community in the region is required. “Despite this, we are regretfully observed that in recent years the actions of a number of politicians are far from responsibility and prudence,” he added.