Ankara:Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan announced that Trkiye is advancing its development goals despite surrounding regional instability, with significant progress in energy production, security, economic growth, and international diplomacy.

According to Anadolu Agency, Erdogan revealed new oil discoveries in the southeastern Gabar region, with expectations that daily production will exceed 100,000 barrels by the latter half of 2027. The Gaziler and Cardakli fields, which began production in October, have an estimated 135 million barrels of oil, contributing to a rise in the country's economic contributions to $4.4 billion annually at current prices.

President Erdogan further emphasized the importance of energy security, noting that natural gas production from the Black Sea now meets the needs of 4 million households. The Osman Gazi floating production platform is set to double this capacity, potentially supplying 8 million households. He also highlighted the country's strategy to diversify energy sources and routes to mitigate external crises' impacts.

In terms of economic performance, Erdogan stated that Trkiye's exports had increased, with October exports reaching $25.9 billion, marking the third-highest monthly figure in the country's history. He outlined a future target of $410 billion in goods and services exports by 2026, with current trends indicating this goal may be surpassed.

On the international front, Erdogan underscored Trkiye's diplomatic efforts to resolve regional conflicts, including hosting Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and engaging in talks with South Korea to strengthen partnerships in various sectors. Erdogan also visited Azerbaijan to celebrate the sixth anniversary of the Karabakh victory, reaffirming Trkiye's support for Azerbaijan.

Finally, Erdogan mentioned his upcoming participation in the COP31 UN Climate Change Conference in Antalya, where he plans to engage in discussions on climate and international issues with leaders from around the world.