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Turkey hosted senior officials from around 150 countries at the Antalya Diplomacy Forum, Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan said on Sunday.
Fidan said the three-day event was attended by 23 heads of state and government, along with ministers, senior officials, and representatives of international organizations. More than 6,000 participants took part in over 50 sessions covering regional and global issues, he added.
“Antalya once again became a center where the pulse of global diplomacy was felt,” Fidan said.
Turkish officials held a series of bilateral and multilateral meetings on the sidelines of the forum, according to Fidan.
He described a quadrilateral meeting with Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Egypt as focused on regional issues, maritime security, and cooperation. “We are not forming alliances against others,” he said, adding that the talks were aimed at stability and economic development.
On Iran and the United States, Fidan said both sides were continuing negotiations and indicated that the international community was urging continued dialogue and an extension of ceasefire arrangements.
He noted that discussions at the forum also addressed the situation in Gaza, where several countries reiterated calls for a ceasefire and improved humanitarian conditions.
Fidan reiterated that Turkey remains ready to host further talks between Russia and Ukraine. “We are ready to host meetings again,” he said.
He pointed to progress in talks between Armenia and Azerbaijan, saying a final agreement could support regional stability and connectivity.
Fidan also highlighted Turkey’s diplomatic engagement in Africa, including mediation efforts and economic cooperation.
Discussions also covered energy security and transport links, including projects connecting the Gulf region to international markets, he said.
Fidan said countries were increasing coordination to address global challenges. “Middle powers must work together,” he said.
He added that the Antalya Diplomacy Forum provides a platform for dialogue. “We will continue to build trust and bring parties closer together,” Fidan said.
Written by N.J.