Interview With Turkish President’s Spokesman Kalin: Excerpts
Ibrahim Kalin
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Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s spokesman Ibrahim Kalin spoke with Bloomberg on Saturday, amid lingering tensions with the U.S. over Turkey’s purchase of a Russian air-defense system. Below are excerpts from the wide-ranging interview in an Ottoman palace that also touched on ties with the European Union and the Arab world. His remarks have been edited for length.
Our relationship can function in a very constructive way where we can empower each other mutually and can address joint issues or concerns together.