Ankara: Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan announced the successful conclusion of the 36th NATO Summit hosted by Trkiye in Ankara, extending his gratitude to participants, organizers, and city residents for their roles in the event's success. "We have successfully concluded the 36th NATO Summit of Heads of State and Government, which we hosted in Ankara, Trkiye," Erdogan stated in a post on the US social media platform X.
According to Anadolu Agency, the summit took place at the Presidential Complex and gathered leaders from NATO's 32 member countries, alongside nearly 100 ministers, senior diplomats, international organization representatives, and guests. Erdogan emphasized that a delicate balance was maintained between high-level security and the protection of citizens' rights and freedoms throughout the summit.
Security, transportation, coordination, and public order measures were meticulously planned to ensure the safety of leaders, maintain the city's daily life, and provide accurate information to the international community while minimizing disruptions to residents. The Presidential National Library served as the international media center, accommodating 1,800 media personnel, offering 40 editing rooms, and hosting numerous live broadcast locations.
The summit saw unprecedented media participation, with over 2,500 journalists covering the event. Public broadcaster TRT coordinated global broadcasts using 96 cameras, 18 outside broadcasting vehicles, and live transmissions from 26 locations. Erdogan noted that the summit significantly contributed to promoting Ankara internationally.
He expressed appreciation to Ankara's citizens for their tolerance and hospitality during the summit, acknowledging their role in enhancing the capital's international profile. Erdogan extended his gratitude to all who contributed to the event, including law enforcement, media workers, technical teams, healthcare staff, transportation personnel, protocol officials, and catering services.
"On behalf of myself and my nation, I express my gratitude to all my brothers and sisters who worked selflessly to ensure the summit was held smoothly," Erdogan stated. He also thanked NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte for his cooperative approach and efforts in organizing the NATO Ankara Summit.