Antalya:Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan met with Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on the sidelines of COP31, the UN's annual Climate Change Conference, held in Antalya.

According to Anadolu Agency – English, the meeting focused on the relations between Türkiye and Australia, as well as regional and global issues.

Erdogan emphasized the untapped potential in trade between the two countries and highlighted the importance of exploring opportunities for cooperation in various sectors. He expressed gratitude to Albanese for his contributions, underscoring the shared responsibilities of Türkiye and Australia at COP31.

Albanese noted that both nations are committed to driving climate action, as mentioned in a post on the US social media platform X. He reflected on the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, pointing out the necessity of cross-border collaboration to ensure secure energy supplies. He also thanked Erdogan for hosting the summit this year.