Ambassador John Bass delivered remarks at the Regional Environmental Center/TUSIAD Post Paris Analysis Event at the Tekfen Tower Conference Hall in Istanbul on February 22. Co-sponsored by the U.S. Embassy in Ankara, this event brought together business leaders, NGOs, and academic representatives to discuss climate change and the COP21 Paris Agreement. Ambassador Bass highlighted U.S. leadership on climate change issues and addressed ways in which the private sector and civil society can join with government to implement climate change remediation strategies outlined in the COP21 Paris Agreement. The Regional Environmental Center will also provide specialized training on climate change and environmental journalism to Turkish journalists during the week. Photo Gallery
