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Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan took part in the 6th Summit of the European Political Community (EPC), held in Tirana, Albania.
In his speech, the Turkish President emphasized the need to strengthen cooperation across the European continent based on shared principles. He stated that “it is necessary to establish a fair and inclusive global governance architecture in order to overcome the current crisis of confidence on the international stage.” He believed that this transformation must “begin in our own home, in Europe, based on the indivisibility of security and a more equitable sharing of prosperity.”
Erdogan mentioned several areas that, in his view, offer significant potential for cooperation, including “the defense industry, energy, transport corridors and connectivity, supply chains, digital markets, and critical minerals.” He welcomed the European Union’s efforts to develop autonomous defense capabilities, adding that “such efforts should include non-EU allies without undermining NATO’s central role.” He also stated that initiatives such as ReArm and SAFE “would benefit European security if carried out in this spirit.”
On the economic front, Erdogan recalled that “Türkiye, with its 1.3 trillion-dollar economy, its young and dynamic population of over 85 million, its competitive industry, and its direct access to major consumer markets, represents a critical actor.” He called for the modernization of the EU–Türkiye Customs Union, arguing that it “would contribute to the security of supply chains” and “would open up opportunities for joint production and investment in strategic sectors such as automotive, pharmaceuticals, and defense.” He also called for a revision of visa policies, asserting that “regimes such as Schengen, which restrict the movement of people, must be reconsidered.”
Referring to recent advances in the energy sector, the Turkish President stated that “Türkiye is on the path to becoming a major regional energy hub.” He presented his country as “the state with the most advanced energy infrastructure in the region,” emphasizing that efforts in renewable energy “offer opportunities not only for Türkiye but for the entire region.” He further stated that Türkiye “significantly contributes to maintaining uninterrupted supply chains in Europe thanks to its central position along multimodal transport routes.”
On the issue of the war in Ukraine, Erdogan said that a critical phase had been reached for de-escalation. He reiterated his support for a negotiated solution, declaring: “As in the past, we are contributing to all resolution efforts, prioritizing a comprehensive ceasefire.” He specified that “discussions are currently taking place in Istanbul between Türkiye, Russia, and Ukraine under the coordination of our Minister of Foreign Affairs.” He expressed his intention to keep dialogue channels open, arguing that “a just peace will have no losers.”
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