Antalya:Trkiye's COP31 President and Minister of Environment, Urbanization and Climate Change, Murat Kurum, emphasized the necessity of global cooperation in addressing the climate crisis, stating that no country can remain unaffected by it on its own.

According to Anadolu Agency – English, Kurum addressed the attendees at the COP31 Ministers' Dinner held at the NEST Congress and Exhibition Center, stressing the interconnectedness of destinies in the face of climate change. He underscored that rising seas, droughts, and storms know no boundaries, highlighting the importance of collective action.

The COP31 conference, hosted by Trkiye for the first time, began in Antalya and will continue until November 20. It has attracted participation from 196 parties and the European Union. Kurum expressed solidarity with those impacted by climate change, including farmers and families affected by drought and rising sea levels, and emphasized the need to protect future generations.

Kurum articulated a vision for a world where countries, regardless of economic status, acknowledge shared threats and responsibilities. He expressed confidence that environmental protection and development can coexist, and that humanity's legacy will be judged by its commitment to safeguarding lives.

At the conference, Kurum called for decisive action and the fulfillment of commitments, asserting that future generations will remember the actions taken rather than the speeches made. He also highlighted the diverse gathering in Antalya, comprising artists, businesspeople, and civil society representatives, and reiterated Trkiye's commitment to creating a more just and livable world under President Recep Tayyip Erdogan's leadership.