The dinner at the Presidential Complex was held closed to the press. President Erdoğan and his wife Emine Erdoğan welcomed the heads of state and government and their spouses attending the summit on the steps of the Presidential Main Building.

The Erdoğan couple took photos separately with the guests. After the leaders arrived at the Complex, dinner started.

Flags and soldiers representing the 16 Turkish states in history and soldiers in janissary uniforms were also present at the welcome. During the arrival of the leaders, the Ministry of National Defense Mehter Union played anthems.

US President Donald Trump confirmed with the “OK” sign that he liked the anthem played by the Mehteran Union.

THE MENU PRESENTED TO NATO LEADERS HAS BEEN REVEALED

On the other hand, the menu presented to NATO leaders has also emerged. At the dinner, where distinguished tastes specific to different regions of Türkiye were served, the leaders were served the main course; Slow-cooked beef ribs were served with sea bass served with taras, Urla mastic artichokes and Tokat leaves.

HERE IS THE MENU OFFERED TO LEADERS AT BEŞTEPE:

BEGINNING

Stone Oven Pita

(With Trabzon Butter and Hizan Karakovan Honey)

Sauteed Vegetables with Olive Oil

(With Yanık Denizli Yogurt)

SEARCH HOT

Kayseri Ravioli

(With Yanık Denizli Yogurt and Smoked Ayaş Paste)

MAIN COURSE

Sea Bass Dredging

(With Urla Sakız Artichoke and Tokat Leaf or)

Slow Cooked Beef Ribs

(With Burnt Trabzon Butter, Roasted Eggplant and Morel Mushroom Firik Pilaf)

The eyes of the world are on the 36th NATO Leaders Summit held in Ankara… US President Trump, who came to Türkiye for the 36th NATO Summit, was welcomed by President Erdoğan at Ankara Esenboğa Airport. After the official ceremony, the critical summit in Beştepe started.

MEETINGS ARE ENDED

After bilateral meetings and meetings between delegations, President Erdoğan and US President Trump attended the dinner held in honor of the heads of state and government and their spouses at the Presidential Complex.

Historical NATO reception at the Social Complex

HISTORICAL RECEPTION IN THE COMPLEX

The dinner at the Presidential Complex was held closed to the press. President Erdoğan and his wife Emine Erdoğan welcomed the heads of state and government and their spouses attending the summit on the steps of the Presidential Main Building.

A marching welcome to Trump at the Social Complex

A BRAND WELCOME TO TRUMP

US President Donald Trump was also among the leaders who attended the dinner. Donald Trump confirmed with the “OK” sign that he liked the anthem played by the Mehteran Union.

HE TOOK PHOTOS WITH THE LEADERS SEPARATELY

The Erdoğan couple took photos separately with the guests. After the leaders arrived at the Complex, dinner started.

Director of Communications Burhanettin Duran, in his post on his social media account, said, “I condemn in the strongest terms the bomb attacks that took place in Damascus, the capital of Syria. Any terrorist act targeting the peace, security and stability of Syria is a threat to the common future of not only Syria but also our region. Violence and terrorism can have no legitimacy. Under the leadership of our President, Mr. Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, Turkey supports efforts towards the permanent stability and security of Syria and supports Syria.” “We will continue to stand in solidarity with its people.” he said.

I condemn in the strongest terms the bomb attacks that took place in Damascus, the capital of Syria.

Any terrorist act targeting the peace, security and stability of Syria is a threat not only to the common future of Syria, but also to the common future of our region. No violence or terrorism…

— Burhanettin Duran (@burhanduran) July 7, 2026

NATO Summit Defense Industry Forum 2026 Reception was held at the Kahramankazan campus of Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI), hosted by Defense Industry (SSB) President Haluk Görgün.

In his speech here, Görgün stated that the Defense Industry Forum organized within the framework of the 36th NATO Heads of State and Government Summit was one of the biggest events in NATO history.

“A SPECIAL SECTION WILL BE DEVOTED TO THE ANKARA SUMMIT”

Pointing out that the world is going through a great transformation, Görgün said, “It is unthinkable for NATO to remain indifferent to this. All allies have been aware of these developments for a long time. This initiative, which grew step by step at the Vilnius, Washington and Hague summits, reached its peak today. When NATO history is written in the future, a special chapter will be reserved for the Ankara Summit, and the Defense Industry Forum will symbolize the beginning of a new era for NATO.” he said.

“TUSAŞ HAS BEEN SERVING Türkiye AND ALLIES FOR MORE THAN 50 YEARS”

Görgün stated that TAI has been serving Türkiye and its allies for more than 50 years in a wide range of areas, from aircraft structures to modernization, from attack helicopters to jet trainers and satellites.

Stating that Baykar Technology is a global game-changing unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) company that plays a critical role in Ukraine for transatlantic security, Görgün stated that KIZILELMA was exhibited at the forum and the product was highly appreciated.

Görgün informed that not only aircraft but also the latest technology systems of the Turkish defense industry were exhibited here, and emphasized the importance of establishing a safe and durable supply chain that allows different defense industry collaborations between allies.

SWEDEN’S CONTRIBUTION TO NATO’S DETERRENCE AND DEFENSE CAPABILITY

Swedish Defense Minister Jonson also said, “NATO’s decision to choose GlobalEye today is important for the alliance and Sweden, as well as for the transatlantic defense industrial base.” he said.

Noting that this means that Sweden contributes even more to NATO’s deterrence and defense capability, Jonson said, “For more than 40 years, the AWACS fleet has been the eyes of the Alliance in the sky and this mission is still very important, but the threat has evolved and is constantly changing.” he said.

Jonson continued his words as follows:

“GlobalEye aims to adapt to a new and more complex security environment and the very complex battlefield to which we are exposed. GlobalEye is an airborne early warning and control system. Simply put, it can see far and wide and helps commanders make early and informed decisions. NATO has selected GlobalEye as the future airborne surveillance and control capability. This means that Swedish technology will help protect allied airspace.”

“GLOBALEYE CAN DETECT AND TRACK UAVS AND MISSILES IN REAL TIME”

Saab’s CEO Johansson also stated that NATO’s decision is an important turning point for both Saab and his country.

Stating that GlobalEye can monitor air, land and sea elements simultaneously thanks to its high altitude, wide range and advanced active and passive sensor systems, Johansson stated that the system can process the information obtained with artificial intelligence technologies in a short time.

Johansson noted that GlobalEye can detect and track threats such as unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), ballistic and cruise missiles in real time.

Stating that they are ready to move on to the next stage of the negotiation process with NATO, Johansson said that with the delivery of GlobalEye aircraft to the Alliance, NATO will be able to respond to developing threats more quickly and effectively.

Diplomatic traffic has intensified in the capital due to the 36th NATO Heads of State and Government Summit held in Ankara.

Within the scope of the 36th NATO Heads of State and Government Summit hosted by President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan in Ankara, Minister of Culture and Tourism Mehmet Nuri Ersoy welcomed Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenski, who visited Türkiye, at Esenboğa Airport.

While one of the most important agenda topics of the NATO Summit is the war in Ukraine and the security of the Euro-Atlantic geography, Ukrainian President Zelenskiy is expected to have bilateral contacts with many leaders within the scope of the summit. In this context, Zelenskiy is also expected to meet with US President Donald Trump.

Minister Ersoy welcomed Zelenski in Esenboğa! | Video

Minister Ersoy’s welcome program within the scope of the NATO Summit will continue throughout the day.

Later, Ersoy will welcome Czech Republic President Petr Pavel, South Korean President Lee Jae Myung, Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama, Polish President Karol Tadeusz Nawrocki, Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre, Slovakian President Peter Pellegrini and President of the European Council of Heads of State and Government António Luís Santos da Costa at Esenboğa Airport.