The Director General of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Ambassador Yossi Gal met on Sunday with Undersecretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkey, Ambassador Feridun Sinirlioğlu, in order to continue the ongoing political dialogue between the two countries.

The two sides held in-depth discussions on a range of bilateral and regional issues and the peace process. In addition, means of strengthening and broadening the bilateral relationship regarding political, economic, commercial and cultural issues and mutual high level visits were discussed.

During the discussions, which were held in a positive and warm atmosphere, the two sides reiterated the importance of the relationship to both countries and to the region, and of their confidence in the stability of the relationship.

Both sides agreed to hold the next bilateral discussion in Ankara in November 2010.

(GPO / YWN Israel Desk – Jerusalem)