‘Türkiye has the potential to produce unicorns on a global scale” Speaking on the second day of the International Economy Summit (UEZ 2026), RePie Portföy CEO Altuğ Dayıoğlu said, “As a population, we are a country capable of managing talent that can grow and expand globally. We are a country with the potential to grow locally, identify gaps in the local market, and transform them into global opportunities.”
Industry and Technology Minister Kacır: We see Türkiye as one of the central countries of global trade Speaking at the opening of the second day of the Uluslararası Ekonomi Zirvesi 2026, Minister of Industry and Technology Mehmet Fatih Kacır said; “When we look regionally, we can note that Asia’s share in global trade is increasing, while Europe’s and North America’s shares are significantly declining. This indicates that the center of gravity of the global economy is shifting somewhat from North to South, but much more from West to East. In this new equation, considering the advantages of our geographical position, we see Türkiye as one of the central countries of global trade. Looking ahead to the next 25 years, when we examine which regions will have a greater share in the global economy, we believe that new windows of opportunity are opening for Türkiye thanks to its trade connections, energy links, and production and technological capabilities.”
‘Economic power struggles are reshaping the global order’ Speaking at the fifth panel of the International Economic Summit (UEZ 2026), Zurich Insurance Group Türkiye CEO Yılmaz Yıldız emphasized rising geopolitical tensions, particularly the Iran conflict, stating; “We see that the United States is acting to reestablish its power. Within this paradigm shift, Iran is just a detail in the bigger picture. The core issue is centered on the United States regaining its economic strength.”
Finance Minister Şimşek: We believe Türkiye is resilient Speaking at the International Economy Summit (UEZ), Minister of Treasury and Finance Mehmet Şimşek said; “The destruction caused by war and its rehabilitation will take some time. Even if a ceasefire continues today, its effects will still be felt. Geopolitically, neither the region nor the world will return to its previous state. We are going through a period of major disruptions. It is not only trade wars, demographic imbalances and their risks, or the climate crisis—rather, we are experiencing a challenging period in many dimensions, which is leading to major global fractures. Wars reflect a ‘period of monsters.’ Until a new world order is established, I hope the United States and China reach a compromise. Wars produce much more lasting and significant consequences compared to other shocks. We believe Türkiye is resilient. We proved this last year, and we will prove it again this year.”
‘Türkiye has become a solution country, especially after the pandemic’ ŞÖLEN Executive Board Member and CEO Erdoğan Çoban stated, “Turkish companies are so resilient in the face of global crises that I truly believe this is a major advantage. When we look at both our geography and the surrounding regions, we should leverage this advantage.”
‘Capital seeks not only returns but also a predictable environment’ Speaking at the opening panel of the International Economy Summit (UEZ 2026), Garanti BBVA Chief Economist Seda Güler Mert said, “We are located very close to an environment of active conflict. War is not just a layer affecting the risk premium; it also impacts logistics and the supply of raw materials. Capital will always seek the highest return, but it also looks for a more predictable environment.”
Kaec Signed Mou With Nef At Cityscape Global To Develop New Hotel, Netail, And Residential Projects Riyadh, November 2025: During this year's Cityscape Global, King Abdullah Economic City (KAEC) signed a MoU with Nef, is a leading global real estate developer with a footprint spanning across 3 continents, 7 countries and over 85 landmark projects completed to date. The partnership sets the stage for new hotel, retail, and residential projects that reflect the city's ambition to bring forward global ideas and high-quality development concepts. King Abdullah Economic City (KAEC) is a PIF company, one of the world’s largest sovereign wealth funds with close to 925 billions USD of assets under management. King Abdullah Economic City (KAEC) is a world-class investment hub and a thriving transformative urban destination that bridges competitive industries with future-ready opportunities. Positioned as a catalyst for Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030, KAEC spans 185 million square meters along the Red Sea coast north of Jeddah, offering a seamlessly integrated ecosystem for businesses, residents, and visitors alike.
Noor Riyadh and Fondazione Querini Stampalia present a Capsule Exhibition in Venice Riyadh and the Fondazione Querini Stampalia present a capsule exhibition in Fondazione Querini Stampalia, Venice, offering a preview of the upcoming Noor Riyadh Festival 2025, the world’s largest light art festival.
'Turkey Studies Chair' opened at Complutense University of Madrid in Spain 'Turkey Studies Chair' was established at Complutense University of Madrid, one of the largest and well-established universities in Spain. It is aimed that the academic studies to be carried out by the students after the establishment of the chair will contribute to the strengthening of Turkish-Spanish bilateral relations and Turkey-EU cooperation. Former Minister for EU Affairs and Chief Negotiator Ambassador Dr. Egemen Bağış made a speech at the chair and said: "It is time for Europe to make decisions on behalf of common values and future generations, not on the basis of national interests. We need to talk about long-term strategic vision, not short-term political calculations. Therefore, Turkey's EU membership is more important, more meaningful and more strategic than ever. At this point, we find Spain's support very valuable."
Pragmatism in power: Giorgia Meloni’s foreign policy at half-term From a strengthened alliance with Trump to respectful coordination with Brussels, the Italian Prime Minister charts a course on trade, migration, and diplomacy steeped in realpolitik. As her government marks two and a half years, Rome’s foreign policy reflects a consistent focus on national interest and strategic positioning.
'Business world will experience radical change in the next 5 years' Stating that the business world will experience radical change in the next 5 years, Stellantis Turkey CCO Ayça Furth said, “The concept of white collars has been replaced by ‘golden collars’. Being a gold collar is not about understanding a little bit of everything, but about knowing a job deeply. In the new business world where the talent market is shrinking, golden collars will create their own brands. This will create opportunities for equal access to competence for many organizations.”
President Erdoğan: We expect my friend Trump to abandon the mistaken policies of the former administration
Miracle Estate Breaks Ground on Project Aimed at Solving Cyprus’s Real Estate Challenges with NFTs A hotel, residence, and complex, powered by Miracle Estate’s cutting-edge utility NFT strategy, is set to revolutionize real estate investment in Northern Cyprus. Investors who purchase NFTs from the Phoenic Hera project will be able to track their returns from the hotel’s income and its facilities in real time via the Miracle app, all while enjoying a stay at the hotel and benefiting from the project’s many additional amenities. The project is slated for completion in 2027, with groundbreaking scheduled for October 11th.
Miracle Cash & More launches novel liquidity pool on the popular Avalanche blockchain Miracle Cash & More, a leader in decentralized finance (DeFi) innovation, is proud to announce the launch of its new liquidity pool on the Avalanche blockchain. This innovative pool, called Phoenic Leveller, marks the first platform to enable users to leverage their liquidity positions—a breakthrough in the world of DeFi. By offering this capability, Miracle Cash & More aims to provide traders with increased flexibility and expanded opportunities to maximize their returns.
8th Women in Innovation Programme, the first prize went to ‘Defence industry and cyber security’ Women and Democracy Foundation (KADEM) has announced the winners among 31 women entrepreneurs who made it to the finals of the ‘Women in Innovation Programme’, which was organised for the 8th time this year under the leadership of Women and Democracy Foundation (KADEM). In the ‘Women in Innovation Programme’ initiated by the Women and Democracy Foundation to support and guide entrepreneurial women, 6 women entrepreneurs in two different categories who made it to the finals this year were awarded a total of 1 million TL. Women entrepreneurs received their awards from Zekeriya Çoştu, Deputy Minister of Industry and Technology, Davut Gül, Governor of Istanbul and Sümeyye Erdoğan Bayraktar, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of KADEM.
National Dialogue initiative by Mohammed El-Senoussi, Crown Prince of the Former Kingdom of Libya Crown Prince of the Former Libyan Kingdom Mohammed El-Senoussi initiated National Dialogue within the scope of the Libyan Independence Day on December 24. El-Senoussi said “We have launched a new Libya-led National Dialogue that is addressing these issues, re-creating a genuine national consensus for returning to a democratic model that can work in Libya. This new National Dialogue has been a significant development since the last Independence Day.”
Africa's giant convention and financial center built in Kinshasa Milvest, a subsidiary of Miller Holding involved in projects in the Democratic Republic of Congo, unveiled the Kinshasa Congress and Finance Center. The project, aimed at transforming the capital city of Kinshasa, anticipates employing 5,000 individuals through its office blocks, luxury hotel, and congress center, positioning it as the largest congress and finance center not only in the country but also in Central Africa.
Sustainability emphasized in France by Turkish textile manufacturers Premiere Vision Fair, one of the largest textile fairs in the world and held in Paris, has ended. Türkiye participated in the fair with 211 companies, where a total of 1,310 companies took part. Türkiye ranked second in the number of participants.