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EU Representatives Attend Climate Forum in Antalya Ahead of COP31

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EU representatives attended an Ankara Climate Transition Forum in Antalya where Türkiye discussed climate action and planned to present local projects at the upcoming COP31 summit. Halil Hasar, head of the Climate Change Directorate, stressed the need for early warning systems and scientific data to help local authorities prepare for changing climate conditions. The forum gathered municipalities, representatives from the European Union, the United Nations Development Program, international financial institutions, and scientists.

From hurriyetdailynews.com

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The discussions aim to identify local initiatives for presentation at COP31, supporting Türkiye's emphasis on implementation of climate measures. Hasar noted that preventive measures could reduce the costs of responding to climate impacts, particularly given that Türkiye recorded its hottest year in 2024 and its driest since 1964 in 2025.

Türkiye is hosting the COP31 climate conference in Antalya, with talks underway in Bonn regarding the tripling of adaptation finance targets.

From hurriyetdailynews.com

Who's involved

  • TurkeyThe country hosting the COP31 summit and presenting local climate projects.
  • EuropeRepresentatives attended the forum to discuss climate action and local initiatives.
  • Murat KurumThe Minister of Environment, Urbanisation and Climate Change, who is the conference’s president-designate.
  • United NationsThe global organization whose initiatives and conferences are being driven by the minister.

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  • TurkeySpeculative

    Türkiye's national commitment to climate projects and seeking international funding could drive green technology investment.

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