Murat Kurum outlines preparations for COP31 in Antalya

Minister of Environment, Urbanization, and Climate Change Murat Kurum met with media executives in Istanbul to share details regarding Turkey's preparations for the COP31 summit. The event is scheduled to take place in Antalya from November 9 to 20.

Kurum reported that 85 heads of state and government have confirmed their participation, with approximately 3,000 journalists accredited for the summit. The Minister detailed the summit's 10-point action agenda and six global goals aimed at 2035. Additionally, he introduced the 'COPArt' project, which intends to use art to raise climate awareness, and shared the 'Let's COP' song.

According to Kurum, Turkey views the summit as a significant opportunity for global visibility, diplomatic influence, international cooperation, investment, and green transformation. He emphasized that the country aims to revise its production, employment, industry, and technology to align with these climate goals.