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.
