Poroshenko, Davutoglu discuss Russia's policy toward Ukraine, Turkey at meeting in Davos
KYIV. Jan 21 (Interfax) - Ukrainian President Petro Poroshenko and Turkish Prime Minister Ahmet Davutoglu discussed preparations for a number of important bilateral events planned for 2016 at a meeting on the sidelines of the ongoing World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, on Wednesday.
"The parties discussed the status of preparations for a number of important bilateral events, primarily the fifth session of the High Level Strategic Council between Ukraine and Turkey, which is to take place in Ankara, and also the Turkish prime minister's visit to Ukraine," the Ukrainian presidential press service reported following the meeting between Poroshenko and Davutoglu.
The parties also discussed Russia's economic policy toward Ukraine and Turkey and shared the opinion that "the restrictions imposed by the Russian Federation are not only unfounded but also go against international law and Russia's WTO obligations," it said.
Poroshenko and Davutoglu exchanged opinions on the situation in Crimea and Donbas. The Turkish prime minister reaffirmed his country's continued support for Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity within its internationally recognized borders.
The Ukrainian president and the Turkish prime minister also addressed the situation in the Black Sea and Middle East regions and agreed to step up coordination between the two countries in opposing common external challenges and threats.