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WHAT'S NEXT?: Uncertainties over Turkey's eventual political position abound. With EU decisions in doubt, recent crackdown on opposition parties causing concerns, and being embroiled in complex Middle East politics and fighting terrorism on its borders and internally, which way will she swing?

• [New] Building on the efforts of the COP 30 Brazilian Presidency, Turkey and Australia will work together, and with Pacific island countries, to strengthen and elevate the action agenda. Mirage News
• [New] Turkey will appoint the Youth Champion proposed by Australia. Mirage News
• [New] Turkey will appoint the UN High-Level Climate Champion. Mirage News
• [New] Turkey will enter into a Host Country Agreement with the UNFCCC and fulfil all the operational and logistical responsibilities of a host country of a COP. Mirage News
• [New] Australia will select ministerial and other co-facilitators for negotiations and identify additional champions with Turkey for the action agenda and thematic priorities, including from the Pacific. Mirage News
• [New] An FDI inflow of USD2bn in Turkey's renewable energy projects will accelerate the green transition, enhance energy security, and structurally reduce reliance on energy imports.
• [New] The electricity generated will be sold to the Turkish grid for 25 years at fixed rates: €1.995 per kilowatt-hour for the Karaman plant and €2.3415 per kWh for the Sivas facility. Turkiye Today
• [New] Turkey's car fleet is expected to quadruple in size by 2053, sending demand for oil imports soaring. The Guardian
• [New] Turkey's ability to diversify its tourism offerings and extend the visitor season beyond the peak summer months will be key to meeting and exceeding its 2026 revenue target of USD 68.7 billion. Travel And Tour World
• [New] Turkey is a growing threat to Israel, with a serious military and growing economic presence. The Jerusalem Post | JPost.com
• [New] Turkey's economy will grow by 4.2% in 2026 and 4.1% in 2027. Pluralia
• [New] Beyond monetary policy, Turkish data on Tuesday is expected to show annual inflation easing to about 30% in January from 30.9% a month earlier. financialpost
• [New] MIT's actual spending stood at 23.9 billion Turkish lira in 2024, rose to 28.9 billion lira in 2025 and is projected to jump to 39.5 billion lira in 2026. Nordic Monitor
• [New] With EU countries planning to phase out Russian gas from 2027, Turkey's role as a transit and connectivity hub linking Europe to alternative suppliers in the Caspian, Middle East and Eastern Mediterranean has gained prominence. Daily Sabah
• [New] Europe's strategic autonomy efforts risk falling short without closer alignment with Turkey, which they say already plays a central role in manufacturing, logistics and energy transit. Daily Sabah
• [New] In November, the COP 31 climate talks in Turkey are expected to deliver a global roadmap away from fossil fuels. The Conversation
• [New] Turkey views Israel as the main threat, with strikes undermining Damascus and risking extremism. GeopoliticsUnplugged Substack
• [New] The new multipolar, competitive order is creating new geoeconomic booms and with them, wholly new job opportunities: from defence industries in South Korea, Turkey, and Poland, and chipmaking in Malaysia; to critical minerals in Australia and food and agriculture in Brazil. Time
• [New] Turkey's inability to fully integrate with the EU, including as a full member, represents a historic missed opportunity for both Turkey and Europe, arguing that deeper cooperation could have delivered far-reaching strategic gains. Daily Sabah
• [New] In 2026, growth in Turkey is forecast to pick up to 3.7%. Daily Sabah

Last updated: 09 February 2026