During a recent telephone conversation, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and French President Emmanuel Macron discussed several key international and bilateral issues. Central to their dialogue was the selection process for the next United Nations Secretary-General. Erdoğan underscored the necessity of appointing a leader with vision, experience, and leadership skills to bolster the UN’s role in global diplomacy and drive much-needed institutional reforms.
The leaders also explored ways to enhance multilateral cooperation to tackle pressing global challenges. This conversation highlights the ongoing diplomatic engagement between Türkiye and France, focusing on international cooperation and strengthening bilateral ties.
In addition to the UN leadership discussion, Erdoğan extended an invitation to Macron to attend the COP31 Leaders Summit, an event Türkiye is set to host. This invitation underscores Türkiye’s commitment to facilitating continued international dialogue on climate-related issues.
Amidst these discussions, Macron took the opportunity to congratulate Erdoğan on Türkiye’s Republic Day, which is celebrated on October 29. This gesture further reflects the cordial and cooperative nature of the relationship between the two countries.