Ours is a partnership based on common values and interests, a shared vision of the world, and the deep-rooted ties of friendship among our two peoples.

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Erdogan told Netanyahu "of the importance he attaches to the shared history and centuries old ties of strong friendship and cooperation between the Jewish and Turkish peoples, " according to a statement released by the Turkish government.

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However, state media have taken care to emphasise how China is balancing an "all-weather" friendship with Islamabad with improved ties with India for the benefit of South Asia's stability and economic development.

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