“In view of the growth of the Turkish economy, we believe that there is mutual interest of having a strong European partner on the intersection between Europe and Asia. Both parties benefit mutually if we work together constructively”, said Beyrer.
The recent announcement to modernise the EU-Turkey Customs Union is a further step on the road to possible membership and helping the country to benefit in the future from important trade agreements the EU is currently negotiating, such as TTIP.
“The geo-strategic position of Turkey should never be underestimated and is also of interest to European companies”, Beyrer added.