Turkish business leaders campaign for Chamber of Commerce roles

Various candidates for regional Chambers of Commerce in Turkey are launching election campaigns focused on economic revitalization and member support.

In Malatya, Mahmut Boyraz is campaigning for the MTSO presidency, emphasizing the need to address the struggles of tradespeople affected by the destruction of the Lower Industrial Zone and the container process. He criticized the current administration for failing to provide adequate support and accused opponents of attempting to manipulate committee memberships.

In Bursa, Özer Matlı is running for the BTSO presidency with a focus on transforming tourism into a strategic economic driver. He aims to move beyond simple visitor counts to focus on overnight stays, spending, and employment. Additionally, the BTSO is highlighting its UR-GE and HİSER projects, which have supported over 2,000 firms in enhancing international competitiveness.

In Manavgat, Önem Gök is promoting a vision of change for MATSO, emphasizing project-oriented management and digital transformation. Meanwhile, in Mardin, Veysi Duyan has pledged to reduce the financial burden on members by offering free digital document services and maintaining minimum legal registration fees.