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Minister of Energy and Natural Resources Alparslan Bayraktar stated that a fairer world is also possible in energy and said, "We say 'Let's use energy diplomacy as a tool that can be instrumental in global peace, regional peace and ending conflicts'. We believe that it is right to use energy as a source of peace and to use it as a source in the resolution of regional conflicts.”

Türkiye achieved great success in the International Nuclear Science Olympiad (INSO) organized among high school students in order to strengthen global cooperation in nuclear science and technology education. High school students, who won one gold and three bronze medals in the Olympics, which they participated for the first time this year, gave hope for the future.

The details of the partnership that Türkiye will take part in the oil and natural gas explorations to be carried out in Bulgarian territorial waters have been announced. Türkiye Petrolleri Anonim Ortaklığı (TPAO) became a 33 percent partner in the oil and natural gas exploration license in Bulgaria's "Khan Tervel Block 1-26" field in the Black Sea.

Minister of Energy and Natural Resources Alparslan Bayraktar hosted Kirkuk Governor Mehmet Seman Ağa in the ministry. Minister Bayraktar, who made a statement about the meeting, said, "We will continue to contribute to the stability of Iraq and the energy future of our country with the inspiration we received from our common history."

Turkish Petroleum Corporation (TPAO) has acquired a 15 percent stake in BP Energy Company of Kirkuk Limited (BP ECKL). Announcing the agreement to the public, President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan stated, “The agreement signed today marks a historic step in terms of partnership in the energy sector.”

Storage capacity at the Marmaraereğlisi LNG Terminal, operated by BOTAŞ, is set to increase. Construction has begun on an additional tanker with a capacity of 160,000 cubic meters. Energy and Natural Resources Minister Alparslan Bayraktar stated, “This new investment will strengthen our natural gas infrastructure. The facility’s total LNG storage capacity will increase from 255,000 cubic meters to 415,000 cubic meters. Investments like this in our natural gas infrastructure will enhance our resilience against crises.”

Türkiye and the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus will be connected by a natural gas pipeline running beneath the Mediterranean Sea. The first agreements regarding the project were signed in Northern Cyprus. Speaking at the ceremony, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources Alparslan Bayraktar said, “Following these signings, we are launching work on the construction of the natural gas pipeline system that will run underwater between Türkiye and the TRNC. “As part of this project, we will construct a natural gas transmission pipeline approximately 101 kilometers long. It will run from Anamur to Teknecik. With the natural gas we will supply, the TRNC will now enjoy an abundance of electricity,” he said.

Minister of Energy and Natural Resources Alparslan Bayraktar gave important messages to the world at the COP31-IEA High-Level Energy Transformation Dialogue meeting he attended in London. Minister Bayraktar said, "Our message is clear as we move towards COP31 in Antalya: Energy transformation and energy security should progress together. A resilient future is based on cleaner, more diverse, highly interconnected and secure energy systems. Türkiye is ready to lead, cooperate and invest in our common future.” said.

The 7th Turkish-German Energy Forum was held in Ankara. With the protocol signed on the sidelines of the forum, the scope of cooperation between Türkiye and Germany in the energy sector was expanded. The name of the “Turkish-German Energy Partnership” was changed to “Turkish-German Energy and Minerals Partnership,” while the name of the “Turkish-German Energy Forum” was changed to “Turkish-German Energy and Minerals Forum.”

Alparslan Bayraktar, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, visited the Cernavoda Nuclear Power Plant in Romania, which utilizes Canadian-developed CANDU reactor technology, to gather information about the reactors and the technology. Speaking at the site, Minister Bayraktar stated, “Türkiye wants to acquire nuclear power at competitive prices and make these investments, while also ensuring it has the safest technology. With a more comprehensive and holistic approach to nuclear waste management and nuclear fuel supply, we hope to implement our second and third projects in the near future.”

Minister of Energy and Natural Resources Alparslan Bayraktar stated that cooperation between Türkiye and Georgia has become more vital than ever. Pointing out that the Green Electricity Transmission and Trade Project is one of the key examples of cooperation between the two countries, Minister Bayraktar said, “This visionary milestone will not only strengthen regional connectivity and energy security but will also accelerate the integration of renewable energy into our markets.”

Minister of Energy and Natural Resources Alparslan Bayraktar said, “Every recycled product, every ton of waste prevented and every kilowattwatch saved brings us one step closer to a more sustainable future. Our planet's resources may be limited, but our capacity to innovate, develop cooperation and increase efficiency is unlimited.” Minister Bayraktar stated that Türkiye is ready to further strengthen cooperation with all participating countries and institutions in areas such as policy design, regulatory frameworks, digitalization, measurement and verification systems and sustainable financing models.

Energy and Natural Resources Minister Alparslan Bayraktar participated in Baku Energy Week, held in Azerbaijan, and delivered a message to the world regarding energy security. Emphasizing that the partnership between Türkiye and Azerbaijan has made significant contributions to Europe’s energy security, Minister Bayraktar stated, “Türkiye, which holds a strategic position between East and West, will continue to serve as a reliable partner, an energy hub, and a key player in regional energy projects.”

Türkiye and Nigeria signed an agreement in the field of mining. Minister of Energy and Natural Resources Alparslan Bayraktar shared the agreement, "We believe that we will take our partnership with Nigeria in the field of energy and natural resources to a much higher level with a win-win approach."

In a critical period when regional tensions affecting global energy balances, especially the Hormuz crisis, are increasing, the world's natural resource agenda will be shaped in Istanbul. The 2nd Istanbul Natural Resources Summit (INRES 2026) will be held on May 22 at Lütfi Kırdar Congress Center. President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan is expected to start the summit to be hosted by the Minister of Energy and Natural Resources Alparslan Bayraktar.