London - Britain on Monday pledged its 'steadfast support'
for Turkey to become a fully-fledged member of the European Union
while applauding the reform programme launched by the government in
Ankara.
Foreign Secretary David Miliband, speaking after talks in London
with his Turkish counterpart Ali Babacan, said relations between
Turkey and Britain were 'closer than ever before' at political,
economic and cultural level.
'Bilateral relations are deep, excellent and sincerely felt,' said
Miliband, adding that London 'applauded' the progress made under the
Turkish government's reform programme.
Turkey had a pivotal role to play on regional issues, such as the
conflict in Iraq and concern over Iran's nuclear programme, Miliband
said.
Both men had also discussed the situation in Afghanistan and
expressed their commitment to stability and democracy in Pakistan, he
said.
Queen Elizabeth II is scheduled to pay a state visit to Turkey in
May.
BritApr 15th, 2008 - 09:59:58
The British government might be keen but you will be hard pressed to find any Briton who is enthusiastic. In fact they are not all that enthusiastic about their own government, it's the worst government this country has ever had.
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