Türkiye is set to take over the Organization of Turkic States (OTS) chairmanship from Azerbaijan at a Friday summit, where leaders will discuss cooperation spanning trade, transport, energy and other areas.
The OTS says the 13th summit will be held in Ankara on Oct. 30. Its agenda ranges from institutional development and digital change to cultural and humanitarian ties, along with investment, trade, transport and energy. EconoTimes previously previewed the Ankara summit.
At a Thursday meeting in Ankara, the OTS Council of Foreign Ministers discussed the summit agenda and draft documents for leaders to consider and adopt, the organization said. Ministers also reviewed other documents, according to the OTS.
In an X post after the meeting, Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan said Türkiye would continue its work to deepen cooperation among Turkic states, Anadolu Agency reported. He described the consultations as a chance for members to reinforce solidarity and make progress on shared objectives.
Leaders are also expected to consider the Ankara Declaration and proposed steps to strengthen the organization, and address appointing a new secretary-general, the OTS said. The summit is scheduled for Oct. 30.
