Antalya:Istanbul Prime Minister Tarique Rahman today arrived in Istanbul on his way back to Dhaka, concluding his three-day official visit to Turkiye where he participated in the COP31 World Leaders' Summit.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, a Turkish Airlines flight carrying the prime minister, his wife Dr. Zubaida Rahman, and members of his entourage landed at Istanbul Airport at 630 pm this evening. After a brief stopover, the prime minister is scheduled to depart for Dhaka at 730 pm local time, with the flight expected to arrive at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport at around 600 am Bangladesh time tomorrow.
Ambassador Subutay Yuksel, a senior official from Turkey's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, bid farewell to the prime minister at Antalya Airport, where he departed at 430 pm local time. During his visit, Tarique Rahman addressed the High-Level Segment of the summit, visited the Bangladesh pavilion, and participated in several key programs.
On the sidelines, he engaged in bilateral meetings with various leaders, including Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese. These discussions focused on enhancing diplomatic ties, expanding trade, and addressing global issues such as climate change and the Rohingya crisis.
Additionally, Dr. Zubaida Rahman participated in events related to zero-waste management, emphasizing policy initiatives for sustainable development. The prime minister and his wife also attended a dinner hosted by Turkish President Erdogan and a luncheon for distinguished guests, further strengthening diplomatic relations during their stay.