Antalya Diplomacy Forum Opens Amid Global Crises and Wars
The fifth edition of the Antalya Diplomacy Forum (ADF) is set to commence on April 17, 2026, in Antalya, Türkiye, under the theme “Mapping Tomorrow, Managing Uncertainties.” The event aims to address growing global instability, geopolitical tensions, and challenges to multilateralism. Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan will deliver opening speeches. The forum expects attendance from over 20 heads of state and government, more than 40 foreign ministers, and representatives from approximately 150 countries. Notable participants include leaders from Azerbaijan, Pakistan, Syria, Serbia, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, North Macedonia, Somalia, Georgia, Kazakhstan, and Moldova. The agenda features over 40 panels covering geopolitical, diplomatic, and economic issues. Additionally, the forum will facilitate high-level bilateral and multilateral meetings, including discussions on the Balkan Peace Platform, Gaza, the Organization of Turkic States, and a four-way meeting involving Türkiye, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Egypt.
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Antalya Diplomacy Forum Opens Amid Global Crises and Wars
The fifth edition of the Antalya Diplomacy Forum (ADF) is set to commence on April 17, 2026, in Antalya, Türkiye, under the theme “Mapping Tomorrow, Managing Uncertainties.” The event aims to address growing global instability, geopolitical tensions, and challenges to multilateralism. Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan will deliver opening speeches. The forum expects attendance from over 20 heads of state and government, more than 40 foreign ministers, and representatives from approximately 150 countries. Notable participants include leaders from Azerbaijan, Pakistan, Syria, Serbia, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, North Macedonia, Somalia, Georgia, Kazakhstan, and Moldova. The agenda features over 40 panels covering geopolitical, diplomatic, and economic issues. Additionally, the forum will facilitate high-level bilateral and multilateral meetings, including discussions on the Balkan Peace Platform, Gaza, the Organization of Turkic States, and a four-way meeting involving Türkiye, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Egypt.
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