The statement further highlighted that the accelerating shift towards a fragmented, multipolar international order is heightening risks for both Türkiye and the UK, while underscoring the continued importance of deterrence and defence within NATO’s Strategic Concept in ensuring Euro-Atlantic security.
“NATO, the bedrock of our security and collective defence, has increased its political and military relevance,” it said, adding that “strong transatlantic relations are indispensable to peace and stability in Europe.”
Cooperation across security, economy and global challenges
The framework aims to deepen UK–Türkiye cooperation across a wide range of areas, including global security, NATO coordination, defence and industry collaboration, counterterrorism, and humanitarian efforts. It also expands joint work on climate change, energy security, and partnerships in science, technology, and innovation.
The joint statement highlights that the Framework “reaffirms our intention to increase bilateral trade and investment”, including through talks on a “modernised Free Trade Agreement” aimed at supporting shared economic growth.
“The talks in London today underline that relations between the UK and Türkiye are rooted in strong economic and growth ties, a shared commitment to the defence of Euro-Atlantic security and enduring people-to-people links which continue to enhance mutual understanding and goodwill,” the statement noted.
