The bilateral relations between the Republic of Türkiye and the Kingdom of Spain date back to the signing of the ‘Treaty of Peace, Friendship and Commerce’ in 1782, which laid the foundational framework for diplomatic engagement. Over the centuries, this relationship has evolved into a multifaceted partnership characterized by mutual respect, shared strategic interests, and expanding areas of cooperation including the defense industry.

A transformative phase in Türkiye–Spain relations commenced in the mid-1980s, coinciding with Spain’s accession to both the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) and the European Union (EU). During this period, both countries adopted comparable economic policies centered on liberalization, structural reform, and integration into global markets. These developments catalyzed an increase in political dialogue and economic exchange, reinforced by a series of reciprocal high-level visits.