OFFICIAL RECEPTION HELD IN ISTANBUL ON THE OCCASION OF TURKIC STATES COOPERATION DAY – 3 OCTOBER

On October 8, 2026, the Organization of Turkic States (OTS) hosted an official reception in Istanbul on the occasion of Turkic States Cooperation Day, celebrated on 3 October. The event was attended by the President of the Turkic Culture and Heritage Foundation, Professor Aktoty Raimkulova, as well as heads of various organizations of the Turkic world, high-ranking officials, and representatives of the diplomatic corps.

During the event, the contributions of the Secretary General of the OTS, Ambassador Kubanychbek Omuraliev, to strengthening cooperation and solidarity across the Turkic world were also acknowledged ahead of the completion of his four-year term of office.

The reception once again highlighted the importance of cooperation in further strengthening ties among the Turkic states and promoting their shared cultural heritage.