6th Balkan Think Tanks Meeting begins in Sofia

The 6th Balkan Think Tanks Meeting has commenced in Sofia, Bulgaria. Organized by the SETA Foundation with support from the Presidency for Turks Abroad and Related Communities (YTB), the summit is held under the theme “Resilience and Cooperation in a Turbulent World.”

Discussions at the meeting focus on the impact of global geopolitical developments on the Balkans, regional political issues, the European Union integration process for Balkan nations, and the region's role within Europe's new security architecture.

During the event, Turkey's Ambassador to Sofia, Mehmet Sait Uyanık, emphasized the importance of inclusivity and regional ownership to ensure peace, stability, and prosperity in the Balkans. He noted that the Russia-Ukraine war and risks in the Black Sea have highlighted the significance of the Balkans for European security. Uyanık stated that Turkey supports the integration of Balkan countries into European and Euro-Atlantic structures while advocating for a more just international system.