Erdoğan, Carney discuss ties, invite to NATO summit, COP31
22:03, 15/04/2026, WednesdayU: Update: 22:04, 15/04/2026, Wednesday
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Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan (R) and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney (L)
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney held a phone call Wednesday to discuss bilateral relations and regional developments. Erdoğan invited Carney to the NATO Ankara Summit and COP31, and expressed hope for an official visit before the end of 2026.
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan spoke by phone Wednesday with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, discussing bilateral relations and regional and global developments, Turkish diplomatic sources said. Erdoğan said Türkiye attaches importance to strengthening ties with Canada and emphasised potential cooperation in energy, the defence industry and air transport.
Common Ground and Invitations
Erdoğan said Türkiye continues efforts to promote regional peace and stability and shares common ground with Canada on a range of issues. He invited Carney to attend the NATO Ankara Summit and COP31, which will be hosted by Türkiye, and expressed hope of hosting him for an official visit before the end of 2026. The call underscores Ankara’s commitment to deepening ties with Ottawa across multiple sectors.
Strategic Partnership
The conversation reflects growing engagement between the two nations, both NATO allies. Türkiye and Canada have been exploring opportunities to expand cooperation in defence, energy and trade. The invitations to the NATO summit and COP31 highlight Türkiye’s role as a key diplomatic hub and its desire to strengthen alliances ahead of these major international gatherings.