ANKARA - Turkish President Abdullah Gul hosted a dinner in honor of King Hamad bin Isa Al-Khalifa of Bahrain at the Cankaya Presidential Palace in Ankara on Monday.
President Gul said King Hamad's visit to Turkey would be a turning point in boosting friendly relations between Turkey and Bahrain.
"We have excellent political relations. Both parties have eagerness to improve economic and commercial relations, too," Gul stated.
Turkey aimed at becoming a "positive" power to secure peace, tranquility and stability in the region and the world, Gul said.
"There is need to find a solution to the Palestinian issue urgently. We are concerned about developments in Iraq. Threat of terrorism and proliferation of weapons of mass destruction cause a great concern for our countries and the region," President Gul said.
All countries in the region should have a sound cooperation for fair and permanent solutions to the mentioned problems, he said.
In his part, Bahraini King Al-Khalifa said his country considered that Turkey, which has been working to strengthen the mentality of living together, modesty and creativity, was a responsible partner.
Turkey had basic roles in security, stability and development of the region with its possibilities and position, he said.
Al-Khalifa said Turkey was working for peace, development and freedom and Bahrain was ready for cooperation.
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