- Jul 23, 2018
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"Ambassador, it is abundantly clear to me that you are unwaveringly loyal to your government... perhaps more so your country. That is something I cannot fault you for and admire possibly more than you will ever realise. You are a true patriot and I hope your government recognises your faithful commitment.
However, it is very clear to me that no matter what is said in this room, there is going to no sway from the official stance. Whether that's because of the possible legal repercussions or even the reputational fallout, who knows, but either way it is not something I seek to burden any longer. But let me be clear on the actions we have taken in order to ensure our national security: we have stripped Roketsan, Aselsan AS and Turkish Aerospace Industries of its intellectual assets and they are now held by a Swedish holdings firm. The existence of these former defence companies is now purely in namesake.
I agree that we need open dialogue to ensure this doesn't happen in the future and perhaps better use of diplomatic missions as communications hubs would aid that process."
Jay
However, it is very clear to me that no matter what is said in this room, there is going to no sway from the official stance. Whether that's because of the possible legal repercussions or even the reputational fallout, who knows, but either way it is not something I seek to burden any longer. But let me be clear on the actions we have taken in order to ensure our national security: we have stripped Roketsan, Aselsan AS and Turkish Aerospace Industries of its intellectual assets and they are now held by a Swedish holdings firm. The existence of these former defence companies is now purely in namesake.
I agree that we need open dialogue to ensure this doesn't happen in the future and perhaps better use of diplomatic missions as communications hubs would aid that process."
Jay
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