# Regional economic and infrastructural challenges in Turkey/C > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/regional-economic-and-infrastructural-challenges-in-turkeyc > Updated: 2026-09-16T11:40:00.000Z. Sources: 7. Developments: 2. Political leaders and local officials in Turkey and Cyprus are highlighting various regional economic, agricultural, and infrastructural challenges. In Turkey, political figures such as DEVA Party leader Ali Babacan and Saadet Party’s Burak Erol have addressed economic instability and the need for agricultural support. Concerns include the necessity of the rule of law, the protection of labor rights, and the struggle of livestock producers. In Aksaray, leaders from the Anahtar Parti have criticized the government over a persistent water crisis and the lack of investment in the Hirfanlı Dam Project, which threatens local agriculture. In Cyprus, the Mayor of Erenköy-Karpaz has called for government action regarding delayed road projects and the need for sustainable eco-tourism models and updated zoning plans to protect the natural landscape. ## Timeline ### 2026-09-16: Local leaders in Cyprus and Turkey demand solutions for regional crises Local leaders in Cyprus and Turkey are calling for government action regarding regional infrastructure, water scarcity, and economic stability in Karpaz and Aksaray. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/local-leaders-in-cyprus-and-turkey-demand-solutions-for-regional-crises ### 2026-08-27: Turkey political leaders address economic and agricultural concerns Turkish political leaders and local citizens are highlighting economic hardships, calling for agricultural support, legal reforms, and the protection of local livelihoods and environments. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ali-babacan-discusses-infrastructure-and-economy-during-turkish-regional-visits --- Cite as: Regional economic and infrastructural challenges in Turkey/C. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/regional-economic-and-infrastructural-challenges-in-turkeyc