1 million square meters of security shield from the Ministry of Internal Affairs to the COP31 Climate Summit

The Ministry of Internal Affairs ensures the security of the 31st Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP31) and Leaders Summit held in Antalya, with the participation of 58 thousand personnel across the country.

The Ministry is carrying out an extensive security organization in an area of ​​1 million square meters in order to complete COP31 peacefully.

A 3-STAGE SECURITY PLAN IS BEING IMPLEMENTED, 58 THOUSAND PERSONNEL ARE ON DUTY

Within the scope of the security planning prepared by the Ministry of Internal Affairs; A 3-tier security network was created by determining the provinces neighboring Antalya as "first generation", the provinces surrounding neighboring provinces as "second generation" borders, and the port provinces as "third generation".

In line with this strategy, a total of 58 thousand security personnel are on duty throughout the country on a 24-hour basis to ensure that the Summit passes peacefully.

While high-level measures are taken in the accommodation areas and transportation routes of heads of state and government and delegations; Strict controls are also carried out at the airport, road and sea connections.

UNINTERRUPTED PROTECTION IS PROVIDED FROM SEA AND AIR

In addition to land elements, measures taken from sea and air are also carried out in coordination with relevant units.

While the number of "Cyber ​​Patrols" has been increased against possible threats in the virtual world, a comprehensive fleet is on duty within the Coast Guard Command to ensure maritime security during the summit.

In the protection shield in the sea area; There are 215 personnel, 1 corvette, 1 helicopter and 10 Coast Guard boats, as well as Diving, Safety, Security and Search and Rescue (DEGAK) and Coast Guard Mobile Radar (MORAD) teams.

AFAD AND HEALTH TEAMS ARE ALERT AGAINST EMERGENCIES

The Ministry of Internal Affairs also has AFAD and health units on site to ensure rapid and effective response to possible disasters and emergencies.

Within the teams working in coordination during the summit; 850 search and rescue personnel, 300 paramedics, 110 ambulances, 21 mobile National Medical Rescue Team (UMKE) and 365 chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear (CBRN) devices are kept ready.

THE BASIS OF SECURITY STRATEGY; TO BALANCE THE SAFETY OF GUESTS AND THE PEACE OF THE REGIONAL PEOPLE

In addition to the extensive security measures taken, legal and administrative steps are also taken to ensure complete public order during the Summit.

In this context, the authority to protect and manage the right to demonstrate and march was transferred to the Antalya Governorship by the Ministry of Internal Affairs.

On the basis of the Ministry of Internal Affairs' COP31 security strategy; It lies in balancing the safety of the guests with the peace of the local people.

Priority in all measures taken; The aim is to ensure the security of the heads of state and government and delegations attending the summit at the highest level, without disrupting the daily life of the citizens living in Antalya.

Türkiye's security capability and institutional experience demonstrated in international organizations are reflected on the field with all means and capacity during COP31.

The Ministry of Internal Affairs is fully on duty with all its units.