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Nesia Mhaka Herald Correspondent
Zimbabwe and Turkey should upgrade their relations to cover more economic areas for the mutual benefit of the two nations.
This was said by the Chief Director (Political) in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Ambassador mR Lovemore Mazemo, during the commemoration of the 96th anniversary of the proclamation of the Republic of Turkey

“As we join in commemorating this important day, let us commit to further enhance these warm relations between us by exploring more economic areas for partnerships for the mutual benefit of our people,” Mr Mazemo said.

“The opening day of the Turkish Embassy in Harare in 2011 and the Zimbabwean Embassy in Ankara this year mean that our two countries enjoy a young relationship that is full of promise and potential investment in our sectors.
“ I hope to see more Turkish companies investing in Zimbabwe.”

Ambassador Mazemo said Zimbabwe had a lot to benefit from Turkey.
“Turkey has a robust textile industry which can bring immense benefits to Zimbabwe’s cotton and textile value chains,” he said.
“In addition, Turkey has advanced agricultural technology which we hope will be roped in to beef up Zimbabwe’s budding agricultural sector.
“Turkey’s booming tourism sector can provide lessons for Zimbabwe in resort development and marketing.

“I am grateful that our two governments are strengthening bilateral frameworks to allow for vibrant people-to-people co-operation.”
Turkish Ambassador to Zimbabwe Mr Hakan Kivanc said the two countries had to promote mutually beneficial ties.
“We have this year established the parliamentary friendship group which will allow parliamentarians to carry out concrete business,” said Ambassador Kivanc.

“We have also concluded business agreements since 2018, many of which are ready for signing.
“I would want to reiterate that we fully support Zimbabwe’s development goals.
“Our government and Parliament will support (Zimbabwe) and will continue supporting it.”