Details of the Ghalibaf and Kurtulmuş Meeting; Tehran-Ankara Alliance for Regional Stability

New Dimensions of Iran-Turkey Parliamentary Cooperation

During the recent meeting between Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, Speaker of the Islamic Consultative Assembly of Iran, and Numan Kurtulmuş, Speaker of the Grand National Assembly of Turkey, both sides emphasized the need to utilize parliamentary capacities to facilitate governmental relations. These talks, held in a friendly and constructive atmosphere, demonstrate the firm resolve of both countries to overcome existing obstacles in the path of developing bilateral relations [1]. Ghalibaf noted in this meeting that parliamentary cooperation can act as a driving engine for economic relations and pave the way for the implementation of strategic agreements.

Focus on the Gaza Crisis and Islamic World Solidarity

One of the main axes of this meeting was the review of the critical situation in the Gaza Strip and the necessity of coordinated action by Islamic countries. Numan Kurtulmuş, referring to the crimes of the Zionist regime, emphasized that Turkey and Iran, as two major regional powers, bear a heavy responsibility for defending the rights of the Palestinian people [3]. Both sides agreed to adopt common positions in international forums, including the Parliamentary Union of the OIC Member States, for an immediate ceasefire and the delivery of humanitarian aid. This convergence shows the depth of religious and political ties between the two nations.

Economic and Trade Goals for 2026

In another part of these discussions, the parties examined ways to achieve the $30 billion target in trade exchanges. According to published reports, removing customs barriers, developing energy cooperation, and strengthening transit corridors were among the priorities raised in this meeting [2]. Ghalibaf emphasized that the private sectors of both countries should play a more active role in joint projects with the support of parliaments. Kurtulmuş also announced the Turkish parliament's readiness to pass laws facilitating trade with Iran.

Regional Security and Counter-Terrorism

The issue of border security and the fight against terrorist groups did not escape the attention of the speakers. Both officials believed that stability in Syria and Iraq directly affects the national security of Iran and Turkey. In this regard, the continuation of quadrilateral talks and security cooperation to clear border areas of terrorists was emphasized [1]. This meeting proved once again that parliamentary diplomacy can be a gateway to resolving disputes and strengthening friendships even in the most complex political conditions.