The 46th event of the “Trade Counselors with HİB Talks” webinar series, titled “Trade Counselors with HİB Talks – Iraq,” was held with the participation of Baghdad Trade Counselors Abdullah Fatih Çelenk, Naci Bahadır Şanver, Basra Trade Attaché Sedat Ürey, Erbil Trade Attachés Akın Ak, Kemal Bahadır, and Mosul Trade Attaché Eren Zengin. The event was moderated by HİB Vice Presidents Prof. Dr. Mustafa Aydın and Salih Zeki Çakır. In the online program, the Trade Counselors and Attachés of Iraq made detailed presentations on service export and related service sectors.
The 6th Service Exporters Association (HİB) 2023 Service Export Champions Award Ceremony took place with great pride. Before the ceremony, a meeting was held with the participation of Turkey’s Minister of Trade Prof. Dr. Ömer Bolat and HİB Board Members. The meeting focused on Turkey’s current status in service exports, the country’s place in global competition, and future goals. Challenges faced by the sector and solutions were discussed, and strategies to advance service exports were explored. Minister Bolat emphasized the importance of continuing steps to position Turkey as a leading country in service exports.
“6th Service Exporters Association 2023 Service Export Champions Recognized”
The ceremony was attended by Minister Bolat, HİB President Şekib Avdagiç, Turkish Exporters Assembly (TİM) President Mustafa Gültepe, and other business leaders, to celebrate successes in service exports. Companies that have successfully represented Turkey globally received their awards, and the importance of service exports and future objectives were once again highlighted. Minister Bolat, President Avdagiç, President Gültepe, and all those who contributed to the event were thanked, and award-winning companies were wholeheartedly congratulated. Their successes were celebrated as they made significant contributions to raising Turkey’s global presence. It was reiterated that efforts to achieve new heights in service exports would continue.
“Success of Istanbul Aydın University”
Istanbul Aydın University was honored with an award at the HİB 2023 Service Export Champions Award Ceremony for its outstanding achievements in education exports. This award was presented as a reflection of the university’s international reputation for educational excellence and its strong academic vision. Istanbul Aydın University continues to offer impactful projects and innovative educational services not only in Turkey but also globally, striving to provide students with the highest quality education to help them become global leaders. This award represents not only the university’s success but also the recognition of Turkey’s growing influence in the field of education on the global stage. With its mission to make a difference in education, the university aims for even greater achievements in the future. Acknowledging the contributions of all involved, the university emphasized its determination to continue on the path to further success.
The November meeting of the Education Services Committee of the Service Exporters Association (HİB) was held under the chairmanship of Prof. Dr. Mustafa Aydın, Vice President of HİB and President of the Education Services Committee.Strategic roadmaps were established to enhance the global visibility of the country’s strength in education.
Chaired by HIB Educational Services Committee President Prof. Dr. Mustafa Aydın, the meeting brought together members who shared valuable insights and contributions regarding the future of the education sector. A unified determination to build a stronger future was evident throughout the discussions.
The meeting reiterated the importance of the education sector as the greatest investment in the future, emphasizing the critical role of the committee in this process.
The Service Exporters’ Association (HIB) convened its November Board Meeting under the chairmanship of HIB President Şekib Avdagiç, with Vice Presidents Prof. Dr. Mustafa Aydın and Salih Zeki Çakır, as well as other board members in attendance.
The meeting focused on current strategies for advancing service exports, with in-depth evaluations of projects aimed at supporting the sector. Members emphasized the goal of achieving sustainable growth in service exports through innovative approaches and contributing to Turkey’s stronger position in the global service industry.
Reaffirming HIB’s commitment to supporting the country’s service export initiatives, it was expressed that collective efforts would continue towards building a stronger Turkey.
The “October 2024 Foreign Trade Figures Press Announcement Program,” organized by the Turkish Exporters Assembly (TİM), was held in Antalya along with TIM Delegates Workshop with the participation of the Minister of Trade, Prof. Dr. Ömer Bolat. The workshop brought together TİM President Mustafa Gültepe, TİM Vice Presidents, Board Members, Union Presidents, and TİM delegates.
In his speech, TİM President Mustafa Gültepe highlighted that exports in October amounted to $23.6 billion, marking a 3.6% increase compared to the same period last year. “We achieved the highest October export figures to date. Aware of the importance of production and exports for the national economy, we continue to work diligently,” he stated. He also noted that total exports in the first 10 months of 2024 increased by 3.2% to reach $216.4 billion.
During the “Delegates Ask” panel held as part of the TİM Delegates Workshop, Minister of Trade Prof. Dr. Ömer Bolat, TİM President Mustafa Gültepe, Deputy Ministers, Board Members, Union Presidents, and TİM delegates engaged in discussions. Addressing the panel, President Gültepe emphasized, “We understand that combating inflation is the top priority for the economy. However, there is a misconception: inflation in Turkey is not caused by production but by consumption. This consumption-driven inflation is our biggest challenge at this point.”
Speaking at the workshop, HİB Vice President Prof. Dr. Mustafa Aydın remarked, “Today in Antalya, at the Turkish Exporters Assembly (TİM) Delegates Workshop, held with the esteemed presence of our Minister of Trade, Prof. Dr. Ömer Bolat, we came together with industry representatives to underline the critical role of tradespeople, artisans, exporters, producers, and industrialists in achieving Turkey’s economic growth targets. We will continue our efforts to strengthen our country’s position in global markets and support our exporters. Together, we will strive to build a stronger economy.”
Following the program, participants joined the Republic March, celebrated with enthusiasm and unity in honor of the Republic’s 101st anniversary. The event concluded with a dinner gathering for the TİM team, reinforcing the shared belief in the values of the Republic, sustainable success, and a promising future for the country.
The October Board of Directors meeting of the Turkish Service Exporters’ Association (HIB) was held, with Vice President Prof. Dr. Mustafa Aydın in attendance.
During the meeting, current issues faced by various sectors within service exports were thoroughly discussed, and comprehensive evaluations were made to develop effective solutions. Strategic steps to enhance the sectors’ international competitiveness were then addressed, and a roadmap for the coming period was established. Prof. Dr. Mustafa Aydın remarked, “As HIB, we will continue to work with determination to fully realize Turkey’s potential in service exports and to advance our sector even further”
The September Board Meeting of the Service Exporters’ Association (HIB) was held under the chairmanship of HIB President Şekib Avdagiç, with the participation of board members and HIB Vice President Prof. Dr. Mustafa Aydın.
During the meeting, comprehensive evaluations were made on the current issues facing our service sectors and effective solutions to address these challenges. In this context, Prof. Dr. Mustafa Aydın stated, “As HIB, we will continue to take concrete steps to further advance our country’s service exports and strengthen the global competitiveness of our sectors.” Following the discussions on the agenda items, İGE A.Ş. General Manager and Board Member Fatih Tuğrul Topaç was hosted. Subsequently, evaluations were made on enhancing the effectiveness of İGE loans for service sectors.
The Education Services Committee of the Service Exporters’ Association (HIB) held its September meeting under the leadership of Committee Chairman Prof. Dr. Mustafa Aydın. The meeting focused on the details of the agency accreditation process, emphasizing key criteria. Strategic steps were outlined with a shared roadmap aimed at raising standards in higher education and enhancing service quality. Following this, current efforts were evaluated, and plans for future projects were discussed.
Prof. Dr. Mustafa Aydın, Vice President of the Board of Directors of the Service Exporters’ Association (HİB), attended the “August 2024 Foreign Trade Figures Press Conference” program, which was held with the participation of the Minister of Trade of the Republic of Turkey, Prof. Dr. Ömer Bolat, Chairman of the Turkish Exporters Assembly (TİM) Mustafa Gültepe, TİM Board Members, Union Presidents, and Exporters.
The program included a comprehensive assessment of the current state of international trade and strategies. In his speech, Minister of Trade Prof. Dr. Ömer Bolat emphasized the importance of increasing our country’s export performance and enhancing our global competitiveness. He also provided key insights into the steps to be taken towards increasing exports and achieving economic growth targets.
In this context, Prof. Dr. Mustafa Aydın stated, “As the Service Exporters’ Association, we are proud to have achieved a 7.5% increase in service exports, reaching 71 billion dollars in the first 8 months of 2024, according to our projections. I extend my gratitude to our Minister, Mr. Mustafa Gültepe, Chairman of the Turkish Exporters Assembly, and all the participants who contributed to the event. We will continue our collaborative efforts and strategies to further enhance Turkey’s export success and take bigger steps in foreign trade!”
The August Board Meeting of the Service Exporters’ Association (HIB) was held. The meeting, attended by HIB Vice President and Chairman of the Education Services Committee, Prof. Dr. Mustafa Aydın, included a detailed discussion on the current issues faced by different sectors of service exports. Comprehensive evaluations were made to develop effective solutions for these problems. Following this, the meeting focused on strategic steps to enhance the international competitiveness of these sectors and set a roadmap for the upcoming period.
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