The Turkish president on Saturday penned a eulogy to former Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi, recalling reminiscences after his demise on the age of 86 on June 12.
In an article revealed within the Italian every day Il Messaggero, Recep Tayyip Erdoğan recalled that Berlusconi was the primary to congratulate him after profitable his first basic elections on Nov. 3, 2002.
Erdoğan stated that he was banned from politics due to a poem he recited and that his proper to interact in politics was unlawfully prevented, including Berlusconi was the primary world chief to voice objection to this.
“My friend Berlusconi called and congratulated us on our election victory. He said that my political ban was unacceptable and invited me to his country. We met with Mr. Berlusconi in Rome, and we had a comprehensive discussion on Türkiye-Italy relations and EU issues. My friend Berlusconi said: ‘You are now at your best friend’s house in Europe. I will call my prime minister friends in the EU and I will act as your lawyer,'” recalled Erdoğan.
“During his duty, he always supported our country in our EU membership process,” he added.
Erdoğan stated that he had “fruitful, sincere and friendly relations” with Berlusconi throughout their tenures as prime ministers of their respective nations.
He stated that Berlusconi was additionally a statesman who liked and revered the Turkish nation and hooked up nice worth to Türkiye.
“I believe that Berlusconi, who dominated Italian politics for many years, left an indelible mark behind. When I heard the news of the death of my dear friend Silvio Berlusconi, with whom we worked for many years, I felt great sadness,” Erdoğan stated.
“He will always be remembered as a true friend with the beautiful memories he left behind. I heartily share the pain of Mr. Berlusconi’s family and loved ones, and convey my condolences to the people of Italy on behalf of my country and nation,” he added.
Berlusconi was getting remedy for leukemia. He had additionally suffered over time from coronary heart issues and prostate most cancers.
Source: www.anews.com.tr
