Anthony Albanese

Erdoğan Engages ⁤in diplomatic Push at G-20, Focusing on Climate Action and Regional Stability

RIO DE ⁣JANEIRO, Brazil ⁢ – Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan​ conducted a series of bilateral meetings with global leaders at the G-20 summit​ in Rio de Janeiro, addressing issues ranging from climate‌ change mitigation to regional conflicts and economic partnerships. The discussions ‍underscored Türkiye‘s commitment to multilateralism and its role as a key mediator in international disputes.

The meetings come as‌ global⁤ challenges intensify, from the accelerating impacts of climate change to escalating geopolitical tensions. Erdoğan’s focus on ⁢practical action and strengthened ties signals Türkiye’s intent ⁣to play a proactive ‌role in addressing these issues, ​particularly within⁢ the context of the Global South. The outcomes of these talks could influence upcoming ‌international agendas, including preparations for COP31 and ongoing reconciliation efforts in the Horn of Africa.

During a meeting with⁢ australian⁣ Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, Erdoğan⁣ discussed⁤ preparations for COP31, which Australia aims to⁤ host in ⁤2026. He stated that ‍Australia intends to​ prioritize Pacific interests and that the summit will ⁤”accelerate practical action and investment” to maintain safer global temperatures.

Erdoğan also participated in a meeting with leaders from the MIKTA platform -‌ comprising Türkiye, Mexico, Indonesia, South Korea, and Australia – on the summit’s sidelines. ⁤He was‌ accompanied by Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan, Communications director⁢ Burhanettin ⁣Duran, Chief Foreign Policy Adviser Akif Çağatay‍ Kılıç, and other ⁣senior officials throughout the engagements.

A meaningful portion⁢ of Erdoğan’s diplomatic efforts centered ⁣on regional stability,particularly concerning ⁢the ‌relationship between Ethiopia and⁣ Somalia. In a meeting with⁣ Ethiopian Prime Minister ⁢Abiy Ahmed, Erdoğan emphasized the importance of expanding ⁣bilateral ties, especially ⁢in‌ trade, and expressed optimism for deepened cooperation. He also highlighted the crucial role of strengthening the reconciliation process between ethiopia and Somalia, built‍ upon the foundation​ of last⁢ year’s​ Ankara⁤ Declaration.

The ‍ankara Declaration, brokered⁣ by Türkiye in⁣ December,‌ followed a ⁣period of heightened tensions sparked by Ethiopia’s agreement with Somaliland granting access ‌to ​the red Sea ⁢port of Berbera in exchange for ⁤diplomatic recognition – a move Somalia⁢ considered a violation ⁣of its sovereignty. Erdoğan stressed that progress made‌ through the Ankara Declaration should ‍serve “a positive example” for ⁢resolving other​ regional disputes.