The Republic of Turkey and the United States of America shall cooperate in matters of defense and security, with a focus on combating terrorism and maintaining regional stability. This cooperation shall be facilitated through regular diplomatic channels and joint military exercises. The two countries shall also engage in intelligence sharing and joint operations to counter common threats. The terms of this cooperation shall be outlined in a separate agreement.
Plain language: Turkey and the US work together on defense and security issues, including fighting terrorism and keeping the region stable.
The United States shall provide economic aid to Turkey, subject to annual review and approval by the US Congress. This aid shall be used to support Turkey's economic development and promote bilateral trade relations. The two countries shall also engage in regular trade negotiations to reduce tariffs and other trade barriers. The terms of this aid shall be outlined in a separate agreement.
Plain language: The US gives economic help to Turkey to support its economy and trade between the two countries.
The Republic of Turkey and the United States of America shall respect each other's sovereignty and territorial integrity, and shall not engage in any activities that could be deemed as interference in each other's internal affairs. The two countries shall also promote human rights and democracy, and shall engage in regular dialogue on these issues. The terms of this commitment shall be outlined in a separate agreement.
Plain language: Turkey and the US respect each other's independence and do not interfere in each other's internal affairs.
The United States and Turkey shall engage in regular consultations on regional conflicts and crises, with a focus on finding peaceful and diplomatic solutions. The two countries shall also cooperate in international organizations, such as the United Nations and NATO, to promote global security and stability. The terms of this cooperation shall be outlined in a separate agreement.
Plain language: The US and Turkey talk regularly about regional conflicts and work together to find peaceful solutions.
The Republic of Turkey and the United States of America shall resolve any disputes or disagreements arising from the interpretation or implementation of this agreement through diplomatic channels and negotiations. The two countries shall also establish a joint committee to oversee the implementation of this agreement and to address any issues that may arise. The terms of this dispute resolution mechanism shall be outlined in a separate agreement.
Plain language: If Turkey and the US have disagreements, they will try to resolve them through talking and negotiation.