As Ankara finalizes preparations for the NATO Heads of State and Government Summit on July 7-8, the city's taxi drivers are also gearing up to welcome thousands of foreign delegates with a distinctly Turkish touch.
Taxi drivers serving the capital during the summit will wear gray trousers and white shirts while offering Turkish delight, traditional cologne and cold water to international visitors as part of an initiative aimed at showcasing Türkiye's hospitality.
The preparations were announced by Mehmet Yiğiner, president of the Türkiye Drivers and Automobile Federation (TŞOF), who said taxi drivers are aware of the importance of the high-profile gathering and are committed to representing both Ankara and Türkiye in the best possible way.
"Hosting the NATO summit in Ankara is a source of excitement for all of us. We are continuing our preparations to provide the best possible service to our guests arriving from abroad," Yiğiner said.
He noted that taxi drivers are often the first people foreign visitors encounter after leaving the airport, giving them an important role in shaping delegates' first impressions of the Turkish capital.
