Thomas Ossowski

Thomas Ossowski is the Ambassador of the European Union to Turkey, having taken office in February 2025. He has been actively engaged in strengthening bilateral relations between Turkey and the EU, emphasizing the importance of Turkey as a key geopolitical player in various regions, including the Mediterranean, Africa, and the Middle East. Ossowski supports Ukraine's right to self-defense and appreciates Turkey's contributions in this context. He is also focused on addressing the visa issues between Turkey and the Schengen area, working to facilitate better cooperation and communication between Turkish authorities and EU member states.