February 18, 2026 Agenda: President Erdoğan's Meetings and Critical Economic Data

Critical Security and Administrative Work in Ankara On Wednesday, February 18, 2026, Turkey's political agenda begins with an intensive program centered in Ankara.
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan will chair two important meetings at the Presidential Complex.
These discussions are expected to address security strategies and administrative regulations.
Field Work of Political Parties Activity within the opposition continues in Istanbul.
Field work by political parties and statements regarding local policies are among the other significant topics to be followed throughout the day.
Economic Data and Market Expectations On the economic front, debt data to be announced by the Central Bank of the Republic of Turkey (CBRT) remains the focus of the markets.
Additionally, the impact of US-Iran talks and geopolitical uncertainties on oil prices in energy markets is being closely monitored.
World Diplomacy and Regional Developments In the international arena, the ceasefire process in Gaza and the humanitarian situation in the region remain priorities.
While Israel's ceasefire violations and the reflections of these developments on global diplomacy are being tracked, processes regarding humanitarian aid corridors in the region maintain their relevance.