Key facts
- EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas will meet Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan.
- The meeting will discuss regional security and preparations for an upcoming NATO summit.
- The visit aims to strengthen ties with Turkey amid conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East.
- Plans for Albania to host the NATO summit in 2027 are in doubt.
- US reluctance and concerns over Albania's defense spending are cited as reasons for doubt.
- A draft statement for the upcoming summit omits mention of Albania as the next host.
- The upcoming summit will be held in Turkey.
EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas is scheduled to meet with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan. The discussions will focus on regional security and preparations for an upcoming NATO summit. This visit aims to bolster relations with Turkey, a key NATO member, particularly in light of ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East.