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Late Ambassador Metin Ergin<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

By Staff Writer<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of the Republic of South Sudan has expressed profound sorrow over the passing of H.E. Ambassador Metin Ergin, the Ambassador of the Republic of T\u00fcrkiye to South Sudan, describing his death as a significant loss to the diplomatic community and the longstanding relations between the two countries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In an official condolence message issued following his passing, the Ministry extended its deepest sympathies to the Government and people of the Republic of T\u00fcrkiye, the Embassy of T\u00fcrkiye in Juba, and the bereaved family during this difficult time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ministry paid tribute to Ambassador Ergin, recognizing his friendship with South Sudan and his valuable contributions to strengthening diplomatic relations and cooperation between the Republic of South Sudan and the Republic of T\u00fcrkiye.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAmbassador Ergin was a great friend of South Sudan, and his passing is a profound loss to the diplomatic community. His dedication and valuable contributions to strengthening relations between the Republic of South Sudan and the Republic of T\u00fcrkiye will be remembered with deep respect and lasting appreciation,\u201d the Ministry stated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ministry further reaffirmed its solidarity with the Government and people of T\u00fcrkiye as they mourn the loss of their distinguished diplomat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to reports by Turkish media, Ambassador Metin Ergin passed away on November 2, 2026. His death was also acknowledged by T\u00fcrkiye\u2019s Foreign Minister, Hakan Fidan, who expressed his condolences to the late Ambassador\u2019s family and colleagues in a social media statement, paying tribute to his dedicated service to the country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe are deeply saddened by the loss of Ambassador Metin Ergin, who represented our country in South Sudan,\u201d Fidan said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ambassador Ergin joined T\u00fcrkiye\u2019s Ministry of Foreign Affairs in 1992 and served in several diplomatic capacities throughout his distinguished career. His previous assignments included serving as Consul General in Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and Antwerp, Belgium, before his appointment to South Sudan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to the reported funeral arrangements, a memorial ceremony will be held at T\u00fcrkiye\u2019s Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Ankara on November 5, while his burial is scheduled to take place at Istanbul\u2019s Zincirlikuyu Cemetery on November 6.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

His passing marks a moment of sadness for the diplomatic community in South Sudan and T\u00fcrkiye, as tributes continue to recognize his service, friendship, and contributions to bilateral relations between the two nations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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