It is one of Ukraine’s largest and most powerful neighbors, a country of over 80 million people across the Black Sea. And its role in the region is only growing.
Turkey has a long history of political and economic ties with Ukraine. Since 2014, Turkish companies have invested over $800 million in the Ukrainian economy. And Kyiv and Ankara aim to boost trade turnover between their countries to $10 billion by 2023. Since 2011, they have also been working on a free trade agreement. Now, talks on the agreement appear to be reaching a conclusion.
Beyond the economy, Turkey has proven to be an effective, if at times difficult political partner for Ukraine, a source of fine cuisine, and a top tourist destination for Ukrainians.
In the 43rd print issue, the Kyiv Post takes a look at Ukraine’s multi-faceted relations with Turkey.
World in Ukraine: Turkey’s humanitarian aid tops world, driven by Syrian crisis
World in Ukraine: Another ambassador who saw revolution is leaving
World in Ukraine: Ukraine-Turkey bilateral free trade deal nears completion — really
World in Ukraine: In Turkey, Ukraine finds a challenging yet effective partner
World in Ukraine: Feeling bullied by Russian firms, Turkish phone carrier holds on
