‍Central Asia and The Caucasus Journal

Türkiye's Energy Diplomacy: The Development Strategy of the Justice and Development Party

Document Type : Research Paper

Authors

Sayyad Sadri Alibabalu 1
Mehdi Abbaszadeh Fathabadi 2

1 Middle East Institute, Sakarya University, Türkiye

2 Department of Political Science, Faculty of Law and Theology, Shahid Bahonar University of Kerman, Kerman, Iran

Abstract
Energy diplomacy constitutes a critical strategy for industrialized consumer nations, emerging energy producers, and transit states alike. Amidst recurring geopolitical tensions between Russia and the West—notably underscored by conflicts related to Ukraine since 2006—Türkiye’s strategic importance as a potential energy corridor to Europe has been significantly heightened. This study analyzes the energy diplomacy strategy of Türkiye under the Justice and Development Party (AKP). It assesses how Ankara has sought to capitalize on this strategic position, considering factors such as its growing domestic energy demand and its unique location astride East-West transit routes. The findings demonstrate that Türkiye’s targeted diplomatic initiatives have enhanced its negotiating leverage within global energy markets and asserted its role as a key regional energy actor, particularly concerning European energy security.

Keywords

Türkiye
the Justice and Development Party
foreign policy
energy diplomacy
Erdoğan

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