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Erdogan to visit UAE next year

Turkey and the United Arab Emirates appear to have repaired their relationship after years of strained ties over Syria, Libya and more.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan (L) welcomes Abu Dhabi's Crown Prince Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan during an official ceremony at the presidential complex, Ankara, Turkey, Nov. 24, 2021.

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan told reporters last night that he is planning to visit the United Arab Emirates (UAE).

Erdogan said he will head to the UAE in February. He also praised the bilateral agreements signed during the recent visit to Ankara by Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. Erdogan made the remarks upon returning from his trip to Turkmenistan, the official Anadolu Agency reported.

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