Summit of Turkic Nations: Unity, Collaboration, and Strategic Priorities

Summit of Turkic Nations

The leaders of the Turkic nations convened in a historic summit, hosted by Azeri president Ilham Aliyev in Shusha, Karabakh. The purpose of the summit was to address the pressing geopolitical and security challenges on a global scale.

Unity and Collaboration

During the Organisation of Turkic States (OTS) summit, the participating nations emphasized the importance of unity and collaboration to navigate the complex landscape of international affairs. The leaders reiterated their commitment to work together as a unified force.

Key Discussions and Initiatives

Discussions at the summit revolved around joint economic projects, political strategies, and security measures. The leaders adopted the Karabakh Declaration, outlining various initiatives such as the development of the Trans-Caspian International East-West Middle Corridor to enhance trade and infrastructure.

• Enhanced Energy Cooperation: The summit highlighted the importance of increased energy cooperation among member states.
• Digital Solutions: Emphasis was placed on leveraging digital solutions for the development of climate-resilient smart cities and digital infrastructure projects.
• Climate Action: The Turkic states committed to unified climate action and environmental initiatives, including renewable energy projects.

Strategic Priorities

President Aliyev underscored the significance of expanding the East-West transport corridor and the Digital Silk Road project for Azerbaijan’s development. Turkish vice-president Yilmaz emphasized the role of the Caspian region in enhancing Europe’s energy security through resource transportation.

Global Cooperation

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban, representing the rotating EU presidency and the Turkic Investment Fund, stressed the importance of global cooperation for peace and prosperity. He expressed hope for Europe to foster peaceful relations, mirroring Azerbaijan’s efforts in its peace process with Armenia.

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