President Erdogan arrives in Kuwait for an official visit on 21 Oct. 2025. (Photo via @/Communications on X)
October 21, 2025 02:45 PM GMT+03:00
President Erdogan began his three-day Gulf tour on Tuesday with an official visit to Kuwait, the first stop of a trip that will also include Qatar and Oman.
Erdogan’s visit aims to strengthen bilateral relations between Türkiye and Gulf nations and address key regional developments.
Meeting with Kuwaiti Emir
Upon arrival in Kuwait, Erdogan was welcomed with an official ceremony by the Kuwaiti Emir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah. Following the ceremony, the two leaders held one-on-one and delegation-level talks to discuss cooperation and regional matters.
President Erdogan arrives in Kuwait for an official visit on 21 Oct. 2025. (Photo via @/Communications on X)
Qatar visit to focus on Gaza, regional issues
Erdogan’s second stop will be in Qatar, where he is scheduled to meet Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani in Doha on Wednesday.
Talks will cover bilateral ties as well as regional developments, with the Gaza ceasefire process and the reconstruction of the region expected to top the agenda.
President Erdogan arrives in Kuwait for an official visit on 21 Oct. 2025. (Photo via @/Communications on X)
Final stop: Oman
On Thursday, Erdogan will travel to Oman for talks with Sultan Haitham bin Tariq in the capital, Muscat. Discussions will address economic cooperation and regional affairs.
Expanding cooperation
Throughout the Gulf tour, Türkiye aims to deepen cooperation with Kuwait, Qatar, and Oman in defense, energy and investment sectors. Several bilateral agreements are expected to be signed to advance economic and strategic collaboration.
October 21, 2025 02:56 PM GMT+03:00
