Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan indicated a willingness to expand nuclear energy cooperation with Russia during a meeting with Vladimir Putin. The discussions occurred on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization summit in Bishkek. Erdoğan suggested Russia’s involvement in future nuclear plant projects in Turkey, contingent upon the successful launch of the Akkuyu Nuclear Power Plant, currently under construction by Russia. This signals a continued strengthening of energy ties between the two nations. The move comes as Turkey evaluates its future energy needs and seeks to diversify its sources. Details of potential new projects were not immediately disclosed, but the intent to pursue further collaboration was made clear. This development highlights Russia’s growing role in Turkey’s energy infrastructure.