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Story on Turkey trafficking regrettable

IHAVE read with regret the news article published in NewsDay on June 23, 2022, titled Dozens trafficked Zimbabweans stuck in Turkey, by Problem Masau. I would like to bring to your attention the following points:

It is regrettable that the article was penned with such an accusatory tone, yet without requesting comments from the relevant sides implicated in the piece.

Publishing an article of such severity without even a basic research gives me the impression that this article contradicts with the fundamental principles of responsible journalism.

The lucrative commercial opportunities, coupled with touristic charm of Turkey, attract millions of people from around the world.

We observe also that the number of businesspeople and tourists from Zimbabwe visiting Turkey is rising.

Turkey and Zimbabwe are two friendly countries growing ever closer by the day.

We have been observing the 40th anniversary of the establishment of our diplomatic relations this year.

Both countries have the strong political will to further develop the existing excellent relations in the field.

My Embassy and I are always ready, and would be pleased, to provide you any information we can to assist you in publishing more informative pieces to contribute to our flourishing relations.

With my best regards,

His Excellency Hakan Kivanc, Turkey’s Ambassador to Zimbabwe

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