Turkey-Africa Ministerial Meeting Set for Djibouti

Turkey is intensifying its diplomatic efforts in Africa, with Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan set to attend a Turkey-Africa ministerial meeting in Djibouti on November 2-3. This gathering will bring together representatives from 14 African nations to evaluate previous cooperation efforts and discuss strategies for enhancing collaboration, particularly in trade and security. Turkey's engagement in Africa has surged recently, with trade increasing nearly eight-fold and various military and diplomatic agreements being established, including a recent mining cooperation with Niger. Additionally, Ankara is mediating tensions between Somalia and Ethiopia, reflecting its commitment to regional stability. In a separate development, Indonesia and Turkey are exploring cultural collaborations, including mosque imam exchanges and interfaith dialogues, highlighting Turkey's broader ambitions in strengthening bilateral relations. These initiatives underscore Turkey's strategic interests in fostering partnerships across different regions.