FX.co ★ Ukrainian President meets with the head of Turkey

The presidents met in Ankara on Wednesday. The Turkish leader welcomed his colleague at the main entrance of the Presidential Palace. The politicians had listened to the anthems of their states before negotiations started. As soon as Poroshenko arrived, ceremonial cannon shots were made to honor this event.

On the photo there are Petro Poroshenko and Recep Erdogan during the official meeting, Turkey, March 9.

The reports say that the politicians discussed signing of the agreement for free trade area between Turkey and Ukraine. The agreement is likely to be signed by the end of 2016.

On the photo there are Turkish soldiers meeting Ukrainian President, March 9.

Turkey is well disposed towards Ukraine – the country plans to grant $10 million to Kiev for execution of humanitarian projects.

On the photo there are Petro Poroshenko and Recep Erdogan, Turkey, March 9.

During the visit, Poroshenko also met Turkish businessmen. Additionally, the regular session of the Strategic High-Level Council has been held on March, 9.

On the photo there are Turkish and Ukrainian leaders during the official meeting, Turkey, March 9.

The session has been productive as the states agreed to enhance cooperation in the security sphere including the Black Sea region. Besides, Ukraine and Turkey announced that they would reinforce cooperation in the defense industries spheres of both countries.