Joint statement from D-8 countries for earthquakes
The member countries of the D-8 Economic Cooperation Organization issued a joint statement for the Kahramanmaras-centered earthquakes that occurred on February 6. "We have expanded our cooperation in these difficult times. We are confident that after witnessing the solidarity of the Turkish people, Türkiye will successfully transition into the phase of recovery and reconstruction," the statement said. In the declaration, it was also noted that studies on the establishment of a joint disaster relief and assistance mechanism have been initiated.