H.E. Zehra Zümrüt SELÇUK met with H.E. Dr. Abdullah bin Abdulaziz bin Turki AL SUBAIE, Minister of Environment and Climate Change of the State of Qatar, to discuss potential avenues for strengthening cooperation between SESRIC and the Ministry in areas of mutual interest.

The meeting focused on opportunities to develop joint initiatives, particularly through the organisation of side events on the margins of the 31st Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP31), scheduled to take place in Antalya, Türkiye from 9 to 20 November 2026. Both sides explored the potential for drawing on Qatar’s valuable experience and expertise in the circular economy, green transition and sustainable practices to facilitate knowledge-sharing and promote cooperation among OIC Member Countries.

The meeting underscored the importance of strengthening institutional partnerships and exchanging good practices to advance environmental sustainability, accelerate the transition towards greener economies and support collective climate action across the OIC region. It also highlighted the potential for SESRIC and the Ministry to contribute to regional dialogue and cooperation on sustainable development through joint activities and knowledge-sharing initiatives in the lead-up to COP31.

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