Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and French President Emmanuel Macron engaged in a telephone conversation to discuss various international and bilateral issues, including the selection of the next United Nations Secretary-General. Erdoğan stressed the necessity of choosing a leader with the vision and capabilities to enhance the UN’s role in global diplomacy and drive institutional reforms.
During their discussion, the leaders examined the ongoing process to appoint a successor to the current UN Secretary-General, underscoring the importance of bolstering multilateral cooperation to tackle global challenges. The conversation reflects the ongoing diplomatic engagement between Türkiye and France concerning international cooperation and global governance.
Additionally, Erdoğan extended an invitation to Macron for the COP31 Leaders Summit, which Türkiye is set to host, emphasizing the significance of continued international collaboration on climate-related issues. This invitation highlights opportunities for both nations to further engage in discussions on environmental challenges.
In a gesture of goodwill, Macron congratulated Erdoğan on Türkiye’s Republic Day, celebrated on October 29 each year, indicating a positive note in the bilateral relations between the two countries.