What Turkey had endured during and in the aftermath of the attempted coup of 15 July was a topic of intense debate in the global agenda as well. During those discussions, often mentioned were the political as well as economic manipulations targeting Turkey. That's why an accurate reading of what happened in Turkey have eluded the world so far. The events were followed by credit rating agencies' statements about Turkey, leading to new question marks. That is why Turkey had embarked on a civilian and commercial diplomacy campaign to provide accurate information to the European public.

In this context, Çağlar, the President of İstanbul Chamber of Commerce, as well as the members of the Democracy Platform of Turkey told at the Brussels Office of the Union of Chambers and Commodity Exchanges of Turkey, what happened during and after the coup attempt of 15 July. The officials of the European Parliament and the representatives of the European Chambers of Commerce attended the meeting.

GROWTH RATES WERE NOT HIT

Speaking at the meeting which received substantial interest among European counterparts, the Vice President of TOBB and the President of İstanbul Chamber of Commerce (ICOC), İbrahim Çağlar said that Turkish economy grew for 27 consecutive quarters despite the coup attempt by the Fetullah Terrorist Organization (FETÖ/PDY). Çağlar emphasized the fact that Turkey is about to conclude numerous unmatched projects.

STATE OF EMERGENCY DOES NOT HURT

Sharing his view about the state of emergency, Çağlar said "We, the business world, is satisfied with the State of Emergency. For the State of Emergency does not build pressure on the public and the business world. Within the framework of the State of Emergency, the government is offering substantial subsidies to the business world. Ask about it to firms which have investments in Turkey. These days, all such firms are making statements. The opportunities for investment in Turkey are extensive. The most recent example is provided by Bosch, “Which announced its intention to invest in Turkey."

COME AND HAVE A LOOK AT THE PROJECTS

Noting that Turkey is working on mega projects, İbrahim Çağlar said "The third airport of İstanbul, slated to cost 35 billion dollars, is fast approaching completion. There are many more projects like that one. These show the strength and potential of Turkey. Come and see these. As the head of ICOC, I invite you to come and visit us, so that we can show these to you on site."

DEMOCRACY AND LAW

Mayor of Metropolitan Municipality of İstanbul, Kadir Topbaş, in turn, emphasized the existence of so many one-sided remarks voiced in certain media entities of Europe. Topbaş said "The political will did not speak against the coup attempt. All layers of our society showed that nothing was above the will of the nation."

The Chairman of the Platform, Kezban Hatemi, in turn, pointed out the fact that Turkey, a party to the European Convention on Human Rights, despite not being a member of the EU, is a democratic country.

THE DISCOURSE WAS PRESENTED AT BERLIN AS WELL

Berlin was yet another destination of the platform. The contacts led to a presentation to German officials, about the 15 July coup attempt by FETÖ.

Meeting representatives from the Chancellorship, Federal Parliament, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and various German foundations, the delegation then paid a visit to the Turkish Embassy in Berlin as part of the two-days long program. The Chairman of the Platform, Kezban Hatemi made a presentation on their efforts.

MEETING WITH NGOs

The members of the Democracy Platform of Turkey also met representatives from Turkish Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) in Germany. The chairman of the platform, Kezban Hatemi voiced the will to live in a Turkey governed by a democratic system. The meeting also saw some dissent about the recent decisions the European Union took about Turkey.

THE MEMBERS OF THE DELEGATION

The platform was comprised of İbrahim Çağlar, the President of İstanbul Chamber of Commerce, Attorney Kezban Hatemi, Aşkın Asan, the President of Avrasya University, Leyla Alaton, the Chairman of the Board of Directors of Alarko Group of Companies, Mehmet Emin Ekmen, former AK Party MP for Batman, as well as Ayşe Cevahir Ersoy, Demet Sabancı, Mustafa Süzer and journalist Murat Yetkin.

TURKISH ECONOMY FROM EUROPEAN PERSPECTIVE

EUROCHAMBERS: A growing Turkey is crucial for the EU
Arnaldo Abruzzini, the CEO of Eurochambres noted that what happened on 15 July troubled them as well and said "We do not have an ideological perspective on this issue. We want to see a peaceful and democratic Turkey. A robust economy in Turkey is also a positive development for us. You have a huge capacity for growth. That is why, we, the representatives of the commercial world, want to expand the connections with your country in the most optimal way."

CHAMBER OF COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY FOR BRUSSELS REGION: We are well aware of Turkey's importance
Olivier Willocx, the CEO of BECI said “We are well aware of Turkey's importance. After the Brexit decision on part of the UK, Europe has lost its way. Belgians and Europeans need to understand what you are telling now. On the other hand, your ties with Russia are also crucial for us, since the relationship between Europe and Russia are not stellar at the moment."

BRUSSELS MINISTER OF ECONOMY: Turkey's capacity is growing
Minister Didier Gosuin said the following: "We are confident in Turkish economy. We also had our share of suffering from deplorable acts of terror. However, the Western democracy is having a hard time in understanding the recent event as it did not have your experience."

BRUSSELS MINISTER OF FOREIGN TRADE: Commercial ties are crucial for us
The Minister of State for Foreign Trade for Brussels Region, Cecile Jodogne, said that they were not affixed on the political side of the recent developments in Turkey, and added "What is crucial for us are our commercial ties with Turkey."

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DİLŞAH KEFLİOĞLU

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan laid the foundation of Atatürk Cultural Center for its reconstruction project on 10 February 2019. The centre was opened after the completion of the project in 2.5 years.

The opera sphere in AKM’s entrance was built with 15 thousand unique handmade red ceramic tiles. The design of the building’s façade aimed maximum benefit from daylight, and a green roof system was applied with an environmental-friendly approach. The opera hall, named the grand hall, features a foyer with nearly 4 thousand 500 square meters and seats 2040 people. The pit in the lobby has sufficient size to host a massive orchestra of 118 people.

A MOVING STAGE

The stage mechanics and systems are built with the world’s leading technologies. They comprise a 65-meter stage depth, four main stage elevators, 13 compensator elevators in the side and backstages, and four mobile wagons that will remain above these. Besides, there is a rotating stage wagon in the main hall. All halls of AKM are furnished with top-level equipment in terms of acoustic, sound, lighting and displaying systems.

COMPRISES OF FIVE BLOCKS

AKM’s halls were designed acoustically, and the built orchestra shell offers an excellent sound quality in plays and concerts asa homage to original AKM’s ceramic artist Sadi Diren. The centre and the spiral staircase in the original centre’s foyer were restored to their original design. The centre comprises five blocks founded over a field of 30 thousand square meters, and AKM has an indoor space of 95 thousand square meters. The natural stone coating over the façade and internal venues of AKM draw attention.

A MODERN DESIGN

There are four basements with a total size of 48 thousand and 705 square meters, a stage, backstage rooms, foyer areas, workshop and storage areas, ballet practice lounges, practice rooms for soloists and orchestras, a recording studio, rehearsal rooms, art galleries and exhibition rooms and coffee shops. Furthermore, the rehearsal halls, recording studio, soloist and orchestra practice rooms were designed in a modern way acoustically.

DESCENDED FROM FATHER TO SON

Architect Hayati Tabanlıoğlu conducted the construction of AKM in 1956-1969, and it is one of the original premises of one of Taksim Square’s symbols. After the big fire in 1970, AKM opened again in 1977. The centre used to seat one thousand and three hundred people; however, it was transformed into a complex after the reconstruction by increasing its capacity and functions. Architect of the new AKM is the son of center’s original architect Hayati Tabanlıoğlu’s son, Murat Tabanlıoğlu.

A CULTURE STREET

As part of the AKM project, Culture Street includes an art gallery, movie theatre, restaurant, café, a book café, arts centre for children, a music platform, library, a design shop, and a multifunctional lounge.

Another significant aspect of the AKM project is that the centre gained a 24-hour living area to the neighbourhood with a connection from the Taksim Square to Istanbul Technical University’s Taşkışla Faculty and Atatürk Library. With the new centre, a second square will be formed in congress valley direction, where Atatürk Library and Istanbul Technical University remain.

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HAMİT KARDAŞ

The postgraduate programs designed by the Istanbul Commerce University based on the requirements of the business realm offer career opportunities to international students wishing to come to Türkiye for education. There are postgraduate and PhD programs in the University for those wishing to upgrade their degrees. Expert academicians and special facilities carry out the postgraduate programs. Postgraduate courses are performed in five institutes within the body of COMMERCE.

INSTITUTE OF FINANCE

As Türkiye’s first institute in finance, this institute is structured with an integrated perspective by taking Istanbul’s private and public sector focused finance theory, management and policy, financial economy, and applied finance compatible with Istanbul’s aims to become a global finance centre into consideration. The institute offers four postgraduate and two PhD programs.

INSTITUTE OF COMMUNICATION SCIENCE AND INTERNET

The first institute focusing on the internet area, the Communication Science and Internet Institute, aims to develop the new theoretical perspectives and research methodology deemed lacking in the area, reveal interdisciplinary research forms, and improve data generation for its implementation in required areas. The institute offers PhD programs and thesis and non-thesis master programs.

FOREIGN TRADE INSTITUTE

With the privilege of being Türkiye’s first Foreign Trade Institute, this institute conducts practices and research on a sectoral basis towards the market and launching academic level postgraduate programs. Thesis and Non-Thesis Master programs are available in the institute. Moreover, PhD programs in two different areas are offered.

SOCIAL SCIENCES INSTITUTE

Social Sciences Institute is carrying out education and research activities with many programs prepared in line with the sector’s requirements. Doyens in the finance and real sector are among the institute’s academic staff.

INSTITUTE OF SCIENCE

Institute of Science offers postgraduate and PhD programs with eleven different programs. Urban Systems and Transport Management, Conservation and Restoration programs within the structure of this institute are the leading postgraduate programs in this area in Türkiye. The Cyber Security PhD program stands out as well.

For the postgraduate programs of the University: https://international.ticaret.edu.tr

MASTER’S DEGREE IN COMMERCIAL DIPLOMACY

Commercial Diplomacy Postgraduate Program is Türkiye’s first and only commercial diplomacy program. The program continues to accept applications. Commercial diplomacy is a vast area where negotiations in multiple aspects are carried out to solve disputes that hamper global trade. Joint solutions are generated, and international cooperation is developed through signing agreements on commerce and investment.

Commercial Diplomacy Department Head Assoc. Prof. Uğur Yasin Asal stated that through the postgraduate program, they aimed to train graduates who has in-depth knowledge of commercial diplomacy terminology, who can build intercultural communication,who attach importance to entrepreneurship and wish to enhance entrepreneurial skills and academic aspect of commerce as commercial diplomacy experts.

MOST PRESTIGIOUS GLOBAL EDUCATION INSTITUTION OF THE YEAR

Istanbul Commerce University was declared as the year’s most prestigious educational institution in the private education institutions category by The ONE Awards, one of the most exceptional standards in its area. For the seventh time, the award ceremony of the ONE Awards was executed with the cooperation of Marketing Türkiye and Akademetre Research and Strategic Planning. In addition to the brands increasing their prestige the most in the year, media, PR, advertising and digital marketing agencies that played a role in this success were awarded. Celebrating its 20th year of establishment, Istanbul Commerce University was awarded as the year’s most prestigious educational institution.

Istanbul Commerce University’s President Prof. Dr. Yücel Oğurlu mentioned that they were proud to receive the award and said, “The momentum gained by our University in the recent period is very pleasing. We will not be satisfied with this and work more to enhance the value of our University’s diplomas.”

THE HIGHEST OCCUPANCY RATE

Istanbul Commerce University achieved a hundred per cent success in this area by launching the online education system in the swiftest during the pandemic. The University remained in the educational institutions to achieve the highest occupancy rate among the foundation universities and filled 95.5% of its capacity this year.

400 ONLINE EVENTS

Istanbul Commerce University is among the most preferred universities for postgraduate degrees. The University carried out its social responsibility projects academic and cultural activities throughout the pandemic and held over 400 online events in the past year.

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