
Director of Communications Duran: Türkiye is at the center of global climate diplomacy
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Türkiye will organize and host COP31 in Antalya. Director of Communications Burhanettin Duran shared this issue on his social media account and stated that Türkiye's sustainable development and environmental protection approach will contribute to global climate policies.
Presidential Communications Director Burhanettin Duran shared a post on his NSosyal account about the 31st Conference of the Parties (COP31) of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, which was held in Antalya, hosted by Türkiye.
Stating that Türkiye is at the center of global climate diplomacy by presiding and hosting COP31, Duran said: "Under the leadership of our President, Mr. Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, Turkey will continue to contribute to the shaping of global climate policies with its approach that addresses sustainable development and environmental protection together. Combating climate change is a matter of securing the right to life of future generations, natural resources and our common future. It will be put forward in Antalya, hosted by Türkiye." "I hope that common will will produce results that strengthen climate justice, expand solidarity and open the door to permanent solutions."
In his post, Duran also included the video clip prepared by the Directorate of Communications within the scope of COP31.

The 31st Conference of the Parties (COP31) of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change started in Antalya. Representatives of 196 countries and the EU will discuss climate finance, adaptation and emissions until 20 November. Türkiye and Australia co-chair the summit.

The Green Deal Action Plan (2026-2030), prepared with the signature of President Erdoğan, was published in the Official Gazette and entered into force. The plan includes steps such as improving the climate issue, supporting green transformation in industry and increasing renewable energy capacity in line with the 2053 net zero emission target. The plan, prepared under the coordination of the Ministry of Commerce, aims to strengthen Türkiye's integration into green supply chains through bilateral and multilateral cooperation.
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COP31 President and Minister of Environment, Urbanization and Climate Change Murat Kurum spoke on NTV about the climate conference to be held in Antalya. The institution stated that it did not invite the Israeli government to the leaders' summit, that their stance towards Gaza will continue and that they will make a joint call with the previous COP presidents.

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