Union of Chambers and Commodity Exchanges of Turkey

Speaking at the meeting, TOBB President Hisarcıklıoğlu expressed his belief that that Minister Çavuşoğlu will contribute greatly to the actualization of a 150 year old dream in Turkey’s EU adventure. Emphasizing that ensuring that EU standards are applicable to Turkey is more important than being a EU member, the TOBB President reported that they are ready to provide any and all support to Çavuşoğlu in regards to this matter.

Stating that Antalya is one of Turkey’s most important cities, hosting 12 million tourists a year and ensuring an influx of 10 billion USD, TOBB president Hisarcıklıoğlu reminded that Antalya also markets agricultural goods globally.

Pointing out that the importance of the agriculture and energy sectors will increase along with the world’s rapidly increasing population; Hisarcıklıoğlu said that the region is important in regards to both of these sectors.

Hisarcıklıoğlu mentioned that the branding of goods produced in Antalya will also reflect positively on income. Touching on the importance of EXPO 2016 which will be held in Antalya, Hisarcıklıoğlu requested support for this organization.

European Union (EU) Minister and Chief Negotiator Mevlüt Çavuşoğlu stated that they are working in close cooperation with civil society organizations during Turkey’s EU Membership process. He went on to highlight the importance of agriculture, increase in exports and product quality, Çavuşoğlu requested that the exchange board and council members remain active and sensitive in regards to directing enterprises to take more advantage of EU funding for their projects.

Antalya Governor Sebahattin Öztürk stressed that Antalya is an important city for tourism and agriculture in Turkey and that it should be brought to a better position.