A delegation consisting of Turgay Aldemir, President of Anadolu Federation, Mustafa El Hüseyin, President of Gaziantep Syrian Community, Mehmet Ali Eminoğlu, President of Bekam Association and representatives of Bülbülzade Foundation attended an important meeting hosted by GLOCA International Civil Society Organization in Aleppo.
GLOCA, which operates in Turkey, Syria and various parts of Europe, is known for its work in the business world and civil society. Industrialists, business people and representatives of non-governmental organizations from Aleppo and Gaziantep participated in the meeting.
Agenda and Highlights of the Meeting
The meeting focused on trade regulation, industrial and civil society developments and enhancing regional cooperation. The main issues discussed were:
Establishing a sustainable system that regulates the commercial life of industrialists and business people,
Organizing symposiums and workshops on the developments in all sectors after the revolution in Syria,
Develop a mechanism through which civil society organizations in Syria can work in coordination and cooperation with the government,
Organizing similar sessions in Aleppo, Homs and Damascus with the participation of businesspeople and representatives of civil society organizations,
Implementation of joint programs to transfer the knowledge and experience of Bülbülzade Foundation in various fields to Syria.
Turgay Aldemir “When we heal Aleppo's wounds, we will be healed too”
Speaking at the meeting, Turgay Aldemir, President of Bülbülzade Foundation, emphasized that Aleppo has strong ties with Turkey throughout history and said:
“Aleppo's people, industry and culture have developed and grown our cities and our country. Today, when we heal the wounds of Aleppo, we will also be healed. As businesspeople and civil society representatives in Syria come together with their counterparts in Turkey, the work in the region will progress in a healthier way.”
Turgay Aldemir concluded his speech by stating that economic development means empowerment not only for individuals but also for families, cities and countries:
“When we empower people, families are also strengthened. Strong families bring development in industry, trade, universities and cities. Therefore, we need to carry our joint work further.”
The meeting, which ended with positive wishes and emphasis on cooperation, was completed with a mutual agreement to organize similar organizations in the future.
