25/08/2010 13:12
Turkey to remove Russia from list of dangerous countries
Turkey will remove Russia from the list of dangerous countries that threat its national security, Today’s Zaman reported.
Russia was listed as a dangerous to national security country during the Soviet-era times, as it was supporting the Kurdish Workers’ Party. Turkish officials said that Kurdish rebels receive most weapons from Moscow.
However, Turkey and Russia improved their diplomatic relations and have ties in trade and energy. Besides, Russia-based Gazprom has signed a preliminary agreement on building the South Stream pipeline in Turkish waters.
A new release of the Strategy of National Security of Turkey, which is also known as The Secret Constitution of Turkey due to its importance, is expected in October.