Prospects for Cooperation within the OTS Discussed in Budapest

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    Budapest, 9 November 2026 –At the initiative of Balázs Hendrich, Head of the Representation Office of the Organization of Turkic States (OTS) in Budapest, an informal meeting of ambassadors of the Organization's member states was held, with the participation of Anel Bakytbekkyzy, Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to Hungary.

    During the meeting, participants discussed the outcomes of the OTS Summit held in Ankara, the implementation of agreements reached, and the Organization's priority areas of activity for 2027.

    The discussions focused primarily on developing trade, economic and investment cooperation, strengthening transport and logistics links, enhancing cooperation in energy and tourism, and implementing joint projects.

    Participants examined Hungary's role as an observer state in the OTS and opportunities to leverage the potential of the Organization's Budapest Representation Office to strengthen ties between Turkic states and European partners.

    Particular attention was also paid to the future activities of the Turkic Investment Fund, including the use of its financial instruments to support joint infrastructure, industrial and investment projects.

    Ambassador Anel Bakytbekkyzy highlighted Kazakhstan's interest in further developing practical cooperation within the OTS, advancing joint Kazakh-Hungarian initiatives and encouraging greater involvement of the business community in implementing promising projects.

    In addition, participants discussed coordination among OTS institutions, preparations for upcoming international events, and strengthening cooperation between the diplomatic missions of the Organization's member states.

    At the conclusion of the meeting, the participants reaffirmed their readiness to maintain regular dialogue and implement initiatives aimed at deepening multilateral cooperation.

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