IAC 2026 Preparations in Antalya: 35 Thousand Participants Expected

At the Antalya Peace Security and Public Order Information Meeting, Governor Şahin stated that approximately 35 thousand people, including statesmen, bureaucrats, university representatives, non-governmental organizations, academics and students, as well as 604 member organizations from 82 countries, are expected to attend IAC 2026, which will be held at the NEST International Congress Center.

Stating that the official opening of the congress will be held on October 5 with the participation of President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, Şahin stated that various social tour programs have been prepared for the astronauts and other guests who will be in the city.

Şahin noted that in this context, trips are planned on routes including TÜBİTAK Observatory, Akdeniz University Campus, Karacaören, Sagalassos, İnsuyu, Aspendos, Düden Waterfall, Kaleiçi, Perge, Side Ancient City, Köprülü Canyon, Demre-Mira-Kekova, Kaş-Patara and Land of Legends.

Stating that a total of 1070 personnel were assigned to carry out the organization in an environment of peace and security, Şahin stated that the security units continued their work.

Şahin said, "In addition to the field teams, the Combating Cyber ​​Crimes, Anti-Terrorism, Intelligence, Security, Public Order branches and Serik District Police Department follow the work carried out with great sensitivity." he said.