The Organization of Turkic States (OTS) is set to hold its 11th Heads of State Summit in Bishkek on November 6, where strategic priorities for strengthening the Turkic world’s global influence will be discussed, stated OTS Secretary-General Kubanychbek Omuraliyev. He emphasized that this pivotal summit will center on four key areas: economic integration, sustainable development, digital transformation, and security.

The summit aims to advance economic integration through the expected signing of the Digital Economy Partnership Agreement, facilitating digital trade and enabling businesses to operate more efficiently within a shared digital framework. “This agreement will facilitate digital trade among our nations, creating a unified digital framework for business operations,” Omuraliyev noted.

On sustainable development, Omuraliyev highlighted a “Green Finance” initiative, aiming to support green financing and environmental management through the establishment of a Turkic Green Finance Council and the adoption of the Turkic Green Vision, promoting investments in renewable energy and sustainable urban projects.

Excited to introduce projects like the “Great Turkic Language Model” and the “Earth Observation Satellite,” Omuraliyev explained that these initiatives would boost technological capacity, environmental monitoring, digital connectivity, and innovation across the region.

In the realm of security, the Civil Protection Mechanism Agreement aims to coordinate responses to disasters among member states. “The signing of this agreement will strengthen cooperation on security,” Omuraliyev stated.

Infrastructure projects like the Middle Corridor are also high on the agenda, aligning regional infrastructure, trade, and security initiatives for seamless connectivity from Asia to Europe. Omuraliyev stated that such projects would make the Turkic region a critical trade artery.

The Turkic Investment Fund, launched in 2023, will serve as a collaborative financial platform to support regional trade and investment. Future plans include the establishment of a Central National Bank Council for policy alignment and regional financial stability, fostering a resilient and competitive economic landscape.

Finally, Omuraliyev emphasized that specific goals for economic integration, sustainable development, digital transformation, and security cooperation will be articulated in the summit’s final communiqué, underscoring the Turkic world’s commitment to a prosperous and resilient future.