Turkey is continuously organizing peace talks between Pakistan and Afghanistan. He does not want the ceasefire between the two countries to break. Turkey has started openly cooperating with the Taliban in Afghanistan. Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan said that the Foreign Minister, Defense Minister and Intelligence Chief will visit Pakistan this week. They will discuss the ongoing talks with Afghanistan, so that peace and ceasefire can be established in South Asia. Let us know why Turkey does not want war between the two countries.

1. Problem of refugees

Turkey is already hosting a large number of Afghan and Syrian refugees in its country. If the fight against Taliban continues, the number of Afghan refugees may increase further. Therefore, Turkey is trying to keep Afghanistan stable by cooperating with Taliban. So that a large number of people do not go towards Europe or its country.

2. Economic and humanitarian aid

Turkey is helping build schools, hospitals and infrastructure in Afghanistan. Its benefit is in two ways. Turkey’s influence increases and stability comes in Afghanistan. Besides, business opportunities may also open up for Turkish companies and investors there.

3. Trying to strengthen international image

Turkey has not fully recognized the Taliban, but is maintaining dialogue with it. Turkey wants to show itself as a bridge between the Muslim world and Europe. Turkey is active in Europe and NATO. Through talks and cooperation with the Taliban, Turkey wants to send the message that it is a country with influence in difficult areas. This step strengthens its international role. Dialogue and cooperation with the Taliban gives Turkey the opportunity to control the situation in Afghanistan without direct military or political pressure.

4. Kabul Airport

Turkey has taken the responsibility of running Kabul airport by making an agreement with Taliban. This airport is the main gateway to Afghanistan. By running this, Turkey is increasing its strategic presence in Afghanistan and showing that it is a mediator and a trustworthy country.

What is the risk in this?

For Turkey, this strategy provides benefits, but it also has risks associated with it. The Taliban’s human rights situation, ban on women’s education and internal conflicts can have a negative impact on Turkey’s image. Apart from this, political pressure from western countries may also increase.