From Zaman:  NATO’s Deputy Secretary General Ambassador Hüseyin Diriöz said Sunday Turkey’s influence in international organizations rose as Turkey’s contribution to global peace and stability increased. …

Turkey was not represented at a high level in NATO for a very long time. However, my appointment facilitated high level representation for Turkey in NATO, Dirioz said. …

Touching on the appointment of Turkish dignitaries to important international organizations in recent times, Ambassador Diriöz said that such appointments were a sign of Turkey’s rising international profile and an indication of Turkey’s growing influence in international circles.  (photo: Yeni Safak)