The key facts

  • Erdogan and Lula met in Antalya on the sidelines of the COP31 leaders' summit
  • In 2027, Turkey and Brazil will celebrate the 100th anniversary of diplomatic relations
  • Erdogan stated that COP31 is conceived as a conference on implementing previously adopted decisions

Meeting in Antalya on the sidelines of the climate summit

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan met with Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva in Antalya on Tuesday. Lula arrived in southern Turkey to attend the COP31 leaders' summit, the Directorate of Communications of Turkey reported, according to the Anadolu agency. Bilateral relations as well as regional and global issues were discussed.

Centenary of diplomatic relations and expanding cooperation

According to Erdogan, in 2027 Turkey and Brazil will mark the 100th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations. He said the two countries will continue steps to strengthen cooperation and expand ties in various areas, primarily in trade and the defense industry. Erdogan also emphasized that both countries prioritize peace in their approaches to international issues and noted the importance of maintaining solidarity.

Climate agenda and congratulations to Lula

In the field of climate diplomacy, Erdogan said Turkey intends to build on the progress achieved during Brazil's COP30 presidency, adding that COP31 is conceived as a conference focused on implementing previously adopted decisions. He also congratulated Lula on his election success, the Directorate of Communications reported.