Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and his Turkish counterpart Recep Tayyip Erdogan have reaffirmed their commitment to expanding bilateral relations, boosting economic cooperation and strengthening regional stability, emphasizing the historic and cultural bonds between the two neighboring countries.
The two presidents met on the sidelines of the 2026 United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP31) in Türkiye on Thursday, discussing ways to deepen bilateral ties and reviewing major regional and international developments.
During the meeting, both sides highlighted the longstanding historical, cultural and civilizational ties between Iran and Türkiye, stressing the need to make greater use of their countries’ considerable capacities to expand cooperation in political, economic, commercial and regional fields.
They also underscored their shared determination to strengthen relations based on mutual respect, good neighborliness and common interests. Expanding trade, facilitating economic cooperation, encouraging private-sector engagement and making better use of available opportunities were identified as key priorities.
The two presidents also exchanged views on regional developments, emphasizing the importance of stronger cooperation among regional countries to safeguard peace, stability and lasting security.
They stressed the need for dialogue, constructive engagement and joint efforts to prevent escalating tensions and the spread of insecurity across the region.
Both sides further highlighted the shared responsibility of regional countries to promote security, stability and sustainable development through cooperation and greater regional convergence.