Union of Chambers and Commodity Exchanges of Turkey

During his visit to Erdemli TSO, TOBB President M. Rifat Hisarcıklıoğlu said in his speech, “First of all, exporters conducting business in risky regions should insure their dues.

As someone who was been all over Turkey, I can tell that we have been blessed in regards to geography. We’ve been given every opportunity. What you need to do is work and work hard. Erdemli with its lemon production is rightly the ‘Lemon Capital’. Having researched the trade of Mersin and its counties, I’ve learned that over 50% of the goods exported from here are exported to the riskiest regions in the world for trading with. My suggestion for exporters is to most definitely take advantage of the Exim, or due, insurance. Do this to ensure that your gains are 100% guaranteed.”

- QR code cheques will enter into effect

Reporting that QR coded cheques will be entering circulation following their meeting with Deputy PM Ali Babacan, Hisarcıklıoğlu stated that a new transaction instrument would become available, reporting that by scanning the QR code of the cheque, you would have access to information regarding the transaction history of the person who gave you the cheque. This would include whether the owner has unpaid debts or has given out bounced cheques in the past. I would suggest that you all insure your dues. Don’t let your effort and capital go to waste.”

Pointing out that the agriculture sector has become a premium sector in the world, Hisarcıklıoğlu said, “Agriculture is no longer just for subsistence, but has instead become a serious source of profit globally. The world’s population increases by an equivalent to that of Turkey each year. Every person who is born is automatically a consumer.” Stating that the increasing population and its level of buying power translates directly into increased income for the agriculture, Hisarcıklıoğlu said, “Don’t forget that agriculture is not just for subsistence any more, it is a significant tool for profit. That is why it has been scaled and conducted in an informed manner.”

Following the speech, Chamber Chairman Orhan Sarı and Council Chairman Nihat Taner exchanged gifts with Hisarcıklıoğlu, presenting him with an engraving of the Maiden Tower and being presented copies of the Book of Dede Korkut produced by TOBB.

Hisarcıklıoğlu and the delegation accompanying then traveled to Mersin from Erdemli, attending the dinner organized by the Mersin Chamber of Commerce and Industry.