Local leaders in Akhisar and Eskişehir discuss regional issues

In Akhisar, the Akhisar Dostlar Meclisi organized a meeting with various tradesmen chamber presidents and neighborhood mukhtars to address local economic challenges. Key topics included the current state of the Akhisar economy, difficulties faced by artisans, price issues for olive producers, tax regulations, and urban development in the historic city center. The group also discussed the objective of Akhisar becoming a province.

In Eskişehir, former Odunpazarı Mayor Burhan Sakallı responded to discussions regarding the Kurşunlu Külliyesi. Addressing claims about past fashion shows held at the site, Sakallı detailed his administration's contributions, noting that while the property belongs to the General Directorate of Foundations, his term saw the preparation of restoration projects. He highlighted the establishment of Turkey's only Meerschaum Museum in the dervish cells and the creation of a traditional handicrafts bazaar featuring arts such as calligraphy and miniature painting.