It has taken important steps in shaping the developments in and the “sun is rising” again in the neighboring country, the Turkish president said on Saturday.
Speaking at the AK Party’s 8th regular provincial congress in northern Ordu province, Erdogan highlighted the transformation in Syria as a key achievement of Turkey’s regional policy.
“We did not enter Syria directly, but we dealt with every dimension of its issues comprehensively and brought it to its present state. Now, the sun is rising again in Syria,” he said.
Erdogan said that instead of a direct step in Syria, Turkey’s multifaceted strategy has led to positive results.
He also criticized what he called the “orientalist” outlook of some Turkish opposition leaders, who see the Middle East as a “quagmire” rather than recognizing opportunities for constructive engagement.
