Turkish FM champions diplomacy for a fairer global order at Antalya Forum

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan has emphasized Ankara’s commitment to contributing to the reorganization of the international system in a bid to establish a fairer global order.

In a statement shared on his X account, Fidan marked the opening of the 4th Antalya Diplomacy Forum (ADF2025), highlighting its significance as a key platform for addressing global challenges, Caliber.Az reports.

The forum, held under the patronage of Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and organized by Türkiye’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, commenced today with the overarching theme of “Reclaiming Diplomacy in a Fragmented World”.

Fidan noted that the forum will delve into a wide array of crucial issues, including rising geopolitical tensions, global inequality, the protection of civilians, and the multifaceted challenges posed by technological transformation and climate change. He stressed that in an increasingly fragmented world, effective diplomacy is more essential than ever to foster constructive and inclusive dialogue among nations.

"We need more than ever to embrace diplomacy and manage it effectively in a world that is more divided than ever," Fidan remarked, reflecting on the critical need for international cooperation and diplomatic engagement.

The Turkish Foreign Minister expressed optimism that the forum’s discussions and outcomes would provide valuable solutions for addressing global issues and would serve the broader interests of humanity. He concluded by expressing hope that ADF2025 would help advance global diplomacy and contribute to building a more stable and equitable world order.

The Antalya Diplomacy Forum gathers global leaders, policymakers, academics, business experts and as well as representatives of media and civil society to explore how diplomacy can turn the tide and navigate us through a fragmented world to find a common ground for collective action. The Forum aims to inspire dialogue to redefine the role and core principles of diplomacy in an increasingly polarized atmosphere.

The forum has brought together 4,000 participants from more than 140 countries, including over 20 heads of state and government, underscoring the international significance of this gathering.

By Vafa Guliyeva