The Establishment of the Organization of Turkic States
In the wake of the Soviet Union’s dissolution, Türkiye established close contact and strong relations with the newly-formed Turkic states, becoming the first country to recognize their independence. The Summits of the Heads of Turkic-Speaking States, which started in 1992, embodied their commitment to the spirit of fraternity and cooperation. A total of eight summits, which the Organization held between 1992 and 2009, promoted solidarity among member states, represented a unique platform to guide efforts toward more comprehensive cooperation, and paved the way to the gradual institutionalization of Turkic cooperation.
