UK–Türkiye Strategic Partnership Framework Signed in London
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The United Kingdom and the Republic of Türkiye signed a new Strategic Partnership Framework in London on 23 April 2026, establishing a formal basis for strengthened bilateral dialogue and cooperation between the two NATO allies. The framework sets out shared perspectives on international issues and global challenges, with particular emphasis on security and stability in the Middle East. This high-level diplomatic document does not impose compliance obligations on businesses but signals expanded cooperation across trade, security, and strategic domains.
“The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and the Republic of Türkiye have today signed a new Strategic Partnership Framework to set out a new era in our bilateral relationship.”
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The United Kingdom and the Republic of Türkiye signed a new Strategic Partnership Framework on 23 April 2026 in London, marking a formalisation of bilateral relations between the two NATO allies. The framework outlines areas of cooperation and shared perspectives on international and global challenges, including security and stability in the Middle East.\n\nFor businesses and government agencies, this framework signals potential opportunities in UK-Türkiye trade and investment relations, though the document itself does not create immediate regulatory or compliance obligations. Companies engaged in bilateral trade or operating in the Middle East region should monitor for subsequent implementing agreements that may arise from this framework.
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- 2026-04-23
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- London
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UK–Türkiye Strategic Partnership Framework: joint statement, April 2026
Joint statement by the foreign ministers of the United Kingdom and the Republic of Türkiye on the Strategic Partnership Framework signed in London.
From: Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office and The Rt Hon Yvette Cooper MP Published 23 April 2026 Get emails about this page
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Joint statement on the Strategic Partnership Framework by the Foreign Ministers of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and the Republic of Türkiye, 23 April 2026
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The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and the Republic of Türkiye have today signed a new Strategic Partnership Framework to set out a new era in our bilateral relationship.
The UK-Türkiye Strategic Partnership Framework was signed on 23 April 2026 in London. It creates a strong basis to strengthen dialogue and co-operation between our 2 countries, as NATO Allies and strategic partners who share an historic friendship, excellent bilateral relations and common perspectives on a wide range of international issues and global challenges, including a strong desire for security and stability in the Middle East.
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Published 23 April 2026
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