Erdogan thanks Kyrgyzstan for help after earthquakes in Turkey

The Turkish leader noted that he feels support from Sadir Zhaparov, who was one of the first to call to express sympathy, and personally left a note in the book of condolences in the building of the Turkish Embassy in Bishkek.

Erdogan also noted with satisfaction the dynamics of the development of trade between the two countries - it grew by 26 percent. The goal is to bring the figure to $ 2 billion. During the conversation, the head of Turkey stressed that he supports the creation of the Turkic Investment Fund and the opening of its regional representative office in Bishkek.

Sadir Zhaparov once again expressed his condolences and confidence to his colleague that Turkey will adequately overcome the difficulties that have fallen to its lot.

"In the tragic days, the country was not left alone in the face of a natural disaster. It was supported by many states, including Kyrgyzstan, sending rescue teams, humanitarian supplies, tents for temporary accommodation of the victims," the president said.

He assured that the Kyrgyz people are always ready to support fraternal Turkey, and also wished successful presidential elections scheduled for May 14.

In addition, the head of the Kyrgyz Republic made a proposal to hold a regular meeting of the bilateral intergovernmental commission on economic cooperation in the near future.