Speaking to reporters prior to his departure from Ankara's Esenboga International Airport for Azerbaijan, Erdogan said that "there could be a crisis in the West. However, we are prepared against an economic crisis".

"In the past, I had stated that the economic crisis in Europe would touch Turkey slightly. This time it seems like the crisis won't even touch slightly. We are in a better position and are stronger compared to the past. You need not be concerned about Turkey's economy," Erdogan stressed.

Touching on efforts for a new Constitution in Turkey, Erdogan said that the Justice and Development (AK) Party officials began studies which would eventually lead to a new Constitution.