T眉rkiye to host UNFF country-led initiative on forest fires
| Date: | October 20, 2025 to October 22, 2025 |
| Location: | Istanbul, Turkey |
| Organiser: | Government of T眉rkiye |
About the event
Forest Fires: Preparedness and Innovative Technologies
20鈥�22 October 2025 | Istanbul, T眉rkiye | Hybrid format
The Government of T眉rkiye will host a Country-Led Initiative (CLI) in support of the thematic priorities of UNFF21, focusing on 鈥�Forest Fires: Preparedness and Innovative Technologies.鈥� The event will take place from 20 to 22 October 2025 in Istanbul, bringing together experts from UNFF Member States, CPF organizations, Major Groups, and regional and subregional partners.
The CLI will feature:
- Two days of thematic discussions, including a high-level opening
- A technical field visit to T眉rkiye鈥檚 advanced forest fire management systems
- Exchanges on global strategies, policy frameworks, and innovative technologies (AI, drones, satellite monitoring) for wildfire preparedness and response
This initiative is a key step toward strengthening international cooperation on wildfire resilience and advancing the implementation of the UN Strategic Plan for Forests 2017鈥�2030.
Deadline for nominations: 20 August 2025
Participation: In-person and virtual
Travel support: Available for eligible nominees on a first-come, first-served basis
For nomination and logistical inquiries, please contact Mr. 脺mit Turha听辞谤 Mr. U臒ur Karako莽.