The key facts

  • Erdogan and Albanese met in Antalya on the sidelines of the UN COP31 climate conference
  • Bilateral relations between Turkey and Australia, as well as regional and global issues, were discussed
  • Erdogan noted the untapped trade potential between the two countries and highlighted their shared responsibility at COP31

Meeting on the Sidelines of the Climate Summit

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan met with Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese in Antalya, where he is attending the 31st UN Climate Change Conference (COP31). According to Erdogan, the meeting covered relations between Turkey and Australia, as well as regional and global issues.

Trade and the Shared Role at COP31

Erdogan stated that trade between the two countries has greater potential compared to the current level and stressed the importance of finding opportunities for cooperation in various sectors. He also thanked Albanese for his contribution and noted the shared responsibility of Turkey and Australia within COP31. No specific agreements or signed documents resulting from the meeting were reported.