Statement by the Parliamentary Assembly of the Mediterranean on the normalization of relations between Israel and Turkey

The Parliamentary Assembly of the Mediterranean welcomes the development
aimed at the normalization of relations between the State of Israel and the
Republic of Turkey.

This is a further important step towards the achievement of a more secure
environment in the Mediterranean region through enhanced bilateral relations.

Israel and Turkey are two founding members of the Parliamentary Assembly of
the Mediterranean and both are among the most active delegations, also
represented within the PAM Bureau.

PAM is the centre of excellence for inter-parliamentary dialogue in the
Mediterranean and its role has already proved to be an important tool in
strengthening regional cooperation.