The Prime Minister arrived in Antalya, Turkey on Monday to participate in the 31st session of the Conference of the Parties (COP31) to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change. Dhaka Tribune confirmed that she landed at Antalya Airport in the morning local time after departing from Dhaka.
Bilateral meeting on summit sidelines
Prior to the formal commencement of the summit's official proceedings, the Prime Minister met Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan in a bilateral meeting. According to a report by New Age, the meeting was held on the sidelines of the COP31 summit. Diplomatic sources indicate that discussions focused on potential cooperation between the two countries in addressing global climate challenges.Significance of COP31
Analysts consider the COP31 summit crucial for countries vulnerable to climate change. Key agenda items are expected to include climate finance, adaptation strategies, and funding for loss and damage. The Prime Minister's visit is viewed as an opportunity to present Bangladesh's climate priorities on the international stage.Details of the visit
The Prime Minister departed Dhaka on Sunday night, en route to Turkey. An initial New Age report stated she had left for Turkey to attend the summit. Dhaka Tribune later confirmed her arrival in Antalya and her participation in the summit's official activities.The Prime Minister is expected to articulate Bangladesh's position during the main sessions of the conference. It is anticipated that she will deliver a strong statement on issues such as climate-induced migration, sea-level rise, and impacts on the agricultural sector. The itinerary may also include bilateral meetings with other heads of state attending the summit.