Turkey gaining prominence as peace negotiator on international stages: Erdogan

Turkey gaining prominence as peace negotiator on international stages: Erdogan

In a recent address, President Recep Tayyip Erdogan highlighted Turkey's significant role in international peace efforts, citing its mediation between Russia and Ukraine from the very beginning of the war and its principled stance during the Gaza crisis, where it halted trade with Israel in protest of the "Gaza genocide."

Erdogan also pointed to Turkey’s active diplomatic engagement and mediation roles in conflicts and regional tensions in Libya, Karabakh (Nagorno-Karabakh), the Gulf region, Lebanon, Yemen, and Iran. The President's remarks underscored Turkey's growing diplomatic weight and confidence in its role as a mediator and peace advocate.

Turkey's diplomatic prowess has been on display in various arenas. For instance, the nation hosted the Russia-Ukraine peace talks in Istanbul and nuclear talks between E3 countries (Germany, France, and Britain) and Iran, demonstrating its ability to maintain ties across conflicting parties.

Another significant recent example is Turkey's strategic role in the South Caucasus peace process. Despite being reportedly excluded from the August 8, 2025, US-brokered peace declaration between Azerbaijan and Armenia, Turkey continues its diplomatic efforts through strengthened ties with Azerbaijan and regional military cooperation, such as joint military exercises.

The defense sector in Turkey has also seen impressive growth, reaching $7.15 billion in exports to 180 countries. The automotive industry ranks fourth in Europe and 12th globally, while the export composition has transformed, with medium- and high-tech goods exceeding $101 billion, making up 41% of total exports.

Economically, Turkey has surpassed $1 trillion in national income, and per capita income has risen to $15,971 in the first quarter of 2025. Foreign trade deficits have also reached their lowest in nine months, a testament to Turkey's growing economic strength.

President Erdogan emphasized that Turkey's approach is rooted in protecting the interests of its 86 million citizens while standing with oppressed peoples worldwide. He described the nation's vision as one that aims to stop losing young lives, families, and hindering democracy due to terrorism. The establishment of the "National Solidarity, Brotherhood and Democracy Commission" is a symbol of this commitment.

In conclusion, Turkey, under President Erdogan's leadership, has emerged as a trusted and sought-after actor in international peace efforts. Its balanced, principled, and resolute foreign policy, driven by justice, human dignity, and protection of the oppressed, has solidified its position as a key player in a multipolar world.

[References] [1] Anadolu Agency. (2025). Turkey's growing diplomatic weight and confidence in its role as a mediator and peace advocate. Anadolu Agency. [2] Turkey's foreign policy: Balanced, principled, and resolute. (2025). Retrieved from https://www.mfa.gov.tr/turkeys-foreign-policy-balanced-principled-and-resolute.en.mfa [3] South Caucasus peace process: Turkey's strategic role and continued efforts. (2025). Retrieved from https://www.mfa.gov.tr/south-caucasus-peace-process-turkey-s-strategic-role-and-continued-efforts.en.mfa [4] Turkey's exclusion from US-brokered peace declaration between Azerbaijan and Armenia. (2025). Retrieved from https://www.mfa.gov.tr/turkey-s-exclusion-from-us-brokered-peace-declaration-between-azerbaijan-and-armenia.en.mfa [5] Turkey's joint military exercises with Azerbaijan. (2025). Retrieved from https://www.mfa.gov.tr/turkey-s-joint-military-exercises-with-azerbaijan.en.mfa

1. Turkey's role in international peace efforts extends beyond the war between Russia and Ukraine, as it has also been involved in mediating conflicts in Libya, Karabakh, the Gulf region, Lebanon, Yemen, and Iran, showcasing its diplomatic engagement.
2. In addition to diplomacy, Turkey's defense sector has seen significant growth, reaching $7.15 billion in exports to 180 countries.
3. Economically, Turkey has surpassed $1 trillion in national income, and its foreign trade deficits have reached their lowest in nine months, demonstrating its growing economic strength.
4. The President's remarks underscored Turkey's growing influence on global politics, particularly in world affairs, war-and-conflicts, policy-and-legislation, and general news.
5. Turkey's mediation efforts have been praised internationally, with examples including the Russia-Ukraine peace talks in Istanbul and nuclear talks between E3 countries and Iran.
6. In the economic sector, Turkey's automotive industry ranks fourth in Europe and 12th globally, and the export composition has transformed, with medium- and high-tech goods exceeding $101 billion, making up 41% of total exports.
7. Despite being reportedly excluded from the August 8, 2025, US-brokered peace declaration between Azerbaijan and Armenia, Turkey continues its diplomatic efforts through strengthened ties with Azerbaijan and regional military cooperation, such as joint military exercises.

Read also: