Fidan’s schedule in New York reflected Ankara’s broad geopolitical footprint, balancing multilateral diplomatic summits on North African stability with bilateral discussions addressing migration, European integration, and regional partnerships in the Balkans and Southeast Asia. The focal point of his multilateral engagement on Thursday was a dedicated international session addressing the protracted political crisis in Libya, a nation strategically vital to Mediterranean and Middle Eastern stability.
According to Turkish diplomatic sources, the foreign minister participated in a high-level gathering titled the "International Support for Peace, Unity and Prosperity in Libya." The meeting brought together senior diplomats and high-ranking officials from a formidable coalition of countries, including Germany, the United Arab Emirates, the United Kingdom, France, Italy, Qatar, Egypt, and Saudi Arabia. The collective dialogue centered heavily on bolstering the ongoing United Nations-led political process, advancing national reconciliation, and laying the groundwork for sustainable economic prosperity and long-term security within the North African state.
Addressing the gathered international officials, Fidan delivered a targeted speech emphasizing that lasting stability and security in Libya are not merely internal domestic concerns, but are fundamentally important for the peace and security of the wider Mediterranean region and beyond. He underscored that Türkiye remains firmly committed to actively contributing to these diplomatic and security efforts, utilizing its regional influence and historic ties to foster a constructive environment among fractured Libyan factions.
Revisiting his recent diplomatic groundwork in the region, Fidan referenced his official visit to Libya on August 11 and 12, during which he held comprehensive high-level talks in both Tripoli and Benghazi. Building on those direct engagements, the Turkish foreign minister reiterated Ankara’s unwavering support for initiatives aimed at establishing a unified government under Türkiye’s overarching "One Libya" policy. This strategic framework rejects division and advocates for a cohesive institutional structure capable of serving all citizens equitably.
During the New York session, Fidan issued a clear appeal to the international community, calling on all global and regional partners to maintain open, consistent, and non-discriminatory dialogue with every Libyan party and political actor across the spectrum. He stressed that foreign interference must be replaced by genuine backing for a political process that is strictly led and owned by Libyans themselves, ensuring that any future governance model possesses legitimate domestic authority and widespread popular consensus.
Furthermore, Fidan highlighted the concrete capacity-building assistance that Türkiye has consistently offered to help unify and strengthen Libya’s vital economic and security institutions. He communicated clearly to his international counterparts that Ankara stands fully prepared to play a central, constructive role in the country’s comprehensive national development, infrastructural reconstruction, and institutional security architecture.
Transitioning from multilateral diplomacy to bilateral engagements, Fidan held a series of closed-door meetings at the Turkish House in New York. Among his most notable interactions was a meeting with EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas. While the Turkish Foreign Ministry formally announced that the high-level meeting had taken place, officials did not immediately release specific details regarding the substance of their discussions, though the encounter underscored the ongoing diplomatic communication channels between Ankara and Brussels on various regional and international dossiers.
Continuing his dialogue with European policymakers, Fidan separately met with EU Commissioner for Internal Affairs and Migration Magnus Brunner on the sidelines of the General Assembly. Given the complex geopolitical dynamics surrounding migration flows, border management, and humanitarian policies involving the Mediterranean basin, the talks provided a timely platform to address shared challenges affecting both Türkiye and European Union member states.
Fidan’s intensive diplomatic itinerary also featured bilateral consultations with regional partners. He met with Bosnia-Herzegovina’s Foreign Minister Elmedin Konakovic, reinforcing Türkiye’s enduring political and economic engagement with the Western Balkans and its commitment to preserving stability and territorial integrity in the region. Additionally, the Turkish foreign minister held discussions with Brunei’s Prince Abdul Mateen, further expanding diplomatic horizons and exploring avenues for strengthened cooperation between Ankara and Southeast Asian nations.