Turkish president, Greek premier voice hope for new era in bilateral ties in wake of elections

ANKARA

In a Monday phone call, the Turkish President and Greek prime minister voiced hope that the new era following recent elections in both countries is auspicious for improved bilateral ties.

President Recep Tayyip Erdogan congratulated Kyriakos Mitsotakis after he was sworn in again as Greek premier, said a Turkish Communications Directorate statement.

During their talk, it was emphasized that the presence of strong governments, having gained the trust of their respective peoples in both countries, presents an opportunity for the future of bilateral relations.

Last month, Erdogan was declared the winner of a May 28 Turkish presidential election runoff with 52.18% of the votes, just two weeks after his electoral alliance also won a majority in parliament.

On Monday, Mitsotakis retook the Greek Prime Ministry after a weekend election in which his conservative New Democracy party won over 40% of the vote.

• Kyriakos Mitsotakis
• Recep Tayyip Erdogan