Investment Office of the Presidency of the Republic of Türkiye

Yandex introduced Yazeka with Yandex Search, an AI-powered service designed specifically for Turkish users. Focused on ensuring reliability and delivering accurate, fast, and context-aware answers to complex queries, Yazeka aims to redefine search habits in Türkiye with its user-centric approach and diverse online sources. At the launch event, Investment Office of the Presidency of the Republic of Türkiye Vice President Bekir Polat highlighted Türkiye as the nexus of the world, stating: “Türkiye has emerged as one of the fastest-growing economies in the world over the past two decades, with an average growth rate of 5.4 percent. Moreover, with its strategic location at the crossroads of Asia, Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East, Türkiye offers access to a market of 1.3 billion people. Many international companies have increasingly chosen Türkiye not only for the Turkish market but also as a regional hub.” Yandex Search Türkiye General Manager Alexander Popovskiy described Yazeka as a “finding engine” that respects local context and culture, helping Turkish users discover information faster and more intuitively. #Türkiye #NexusoftheWorld #Innovation #AI #Yandex #Yazeka

Investment Office of the Presidency of the Republic of Türkiye, in collaboration with the YASED International Investors Association, introduced the book "Foreign Direct Investment in Türkiye Century" at an exclusive launch event held at the Ziraat Bank Auditorium in the Istanbul Financial Center. During the event attended by Investment Office and YASED members, stakeholders, and representatives from partner institutions, Investment Office President A. Burak Dağlıoğlu highlighted Türkiye’s investment climate, emphasizing a comprehensive approach to showcasing the country’s talent pool and business-friendly environment. Meanwhile, YASED Chairperson Engin Aksoy underscored the pivotal role of FDI in Türkiye’s digital and green transformation, strengthening global supply chain integration, and driving economic growth. Following the launch, a panel discussion moderated by YASED Secretary General Serkan Valandova brought together senior representatives from leading international companies, including Ericsson Türkiye General Manager Isil Yalcin, Enerjisa Üretim CEO İhsan Erbil Bayçöl, Microsoft General Manager Levent Özbilgin, and Novartis Türkiye Country President Natacha Theytaz, who shared insights into digital transformation, artificial intelligence, and emerging trends expected to shape both Türkiye’s economic landscape and the global investment environment. The "Foreign Direct Investment in Türkiye Century" book chronicles the success stories of international companies across various sectors and highlights Türkiye’s competitive advantages, dynamic business landscape, and the strategic factors—such as legal reforms, political stability, a talented workforce, and robust infrastructure—that distinguish Türkiye as the nexus of the world for international investments. Read more at invest.tr/book-launch. #Türkiye #NexusoftheWorld #FDI #booklaunch #investment

📢 Invest in Türkiye Talks is live with its latest episode! 🎙️ To celebrate a century of diplomatic relations between Türkiye and Japan, join us as we speak with YANMAR AGRIBUSINESS Co., Ltd. Chairman of the Board and CEO Mustafa Kemal Erdogan Shoshi. In this episode, Erdoğan Shoshi highlights the flourishing relationship between Türkiye and Japan through investment and production. A visionary leader and cultural bridge-builder, Mustafa Kemal Erdoğan Shoshi draws on his Turkish-Japanese heritage to drive innovation and sustainability. Discover how he has transformed Yanmar Türkiye into a hub for production, engineering, and logistics, strengthening bilateral ties through shared values and groundbreaking initiatives. 🇹🇷🇯🇵 🎧 Listen now on all platforms: 🟢 Spotify: invest.tr/talks-14-spotify 🟣 Apple Podcasts: invest.tr/talks-14-apple  🔴 YouTube: invest.tr/talks-14-youtube

Scattolini Otomotiv was honored for its outstanding contributions to Türkiye-Italy commercial relations at the prestigious Leonardo da Vinci Awards organized by the Italian Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Türkiye in collaboration with the Italian Embassy in Ankara. Founded in 1939, SCATTOLINI S.p.a. is a global leader in the commercial vehicle body sector and has been proudly operating in Türkiye since 2012. This award reflects the company's long-standing contributions to the Turkish market and its commitment to sustainable development. #Türkiye #NexusoftheWorld #investment #Italy #LeonardoDaVinciAward

Unlock the language of investment with Investment Office of the Presidency of the Republic of Türkiye's "Foreign Direct Investment Glossary"! Check out the definition of "Seed Capital." Discover more at lnkd.in/dgtHsPPR. #Türkiye #NexusoftheWorld #FDI #glossary

📢 Check out the Turkish startup ecosystem snapshot for November 2024 by startups.watch! Get the latest insights on Türkiye’s vibrant entrepreneurship scene, exclusively on Investment Office of the Presidency of the Republic of Türkiye’s social media platforms. 🚀 Key Findings: 🔘 Insider received the largest investment in November, securing USD 500 million through secondary transactions. 🔘 Total primary investment transactions reached USD 980 million in the first 11 months of 2024. 🔘 Total number of VCIFs reached 418, or 433 when including those that have closed. 🔘 603 angel investors were accredited by the Ministry of Treasury and Finance as of September 30, 2024. 🔘 25 crowdfunding platforms have been authorized so far, with 2 having closed and 12 of the remaining 23 being active. #Türkiye #NexusoftheWorld #startup #investment #entreprenurship 

Türkiye is one of the five European countries with gaming unicorns, featuring 2 unicorns. Explore the vibrant startup ecosystem in Türkiye! Discover how innovation and investment are driving growth. 🚀 #Türkiye #NexusoftheWorld #FDI #startup #entrepreneurship

Take Off Startup Summit, one of the region's most significant technology entrepreneurship events, gathered over 250 startups from 23 countries and more than 100 international investors in Istanbul, reinforcing Türkiye’s position as the nexus of technology. Hosted by the T3 Vakfı, the Ministry of Industry and Technology and Investment Office of the Presidency of the Republic of Türkiye, the event showcased Türkiye’s thriving ecosystem and ambitious targets. Speaking at the event, Minister Mehmet Mehmet Fatih KACIR said, “By 2030, we aim to raise 100,000 startups in Türkiye, with at least 100 emerging as Turcorns.” Investment Office President A. Burak Dağlıoğlu emphasized, “We are committed to facilitating the necessary funding and mentorship for startups to thrive globally. With funding, mentorship, and the right guidance, their globally competitive products and services are poised for exponential growth.” Türkiye continues its journey to establish itself as the nexus of technology and innovation. Read more at invest.tr/take-off-2024. #Türkiye #NexusoftheWorld #startup #TakeOff #technology #innovation

Investment Office of the Presidency of the Republic of Türkiye participated in a dinner-debate hosted by the Franco-Turkish Chamber of Commerce (CCFT) Toulouse-Occitanie. The event brought together over 100 attendees, including Toulouse Mayor Jean-Luc Moudenc, Türkiye’s Ambassador to France Yunus Demirer, Agency for the Cultural and Economic Development North-South (ADEC-NS) President Gilbert Salinas, and CCFT President Kadir Tepe. The discussions focused on the favorable economic environment that Türkiye offers to entrepreneurs and international investors, with Investment Office Advisor Antoine AOUN delivering a presentation titled “Türkiye’s Participation in the Global Value Chain.” The event underscored the potential for enhancing economic collaboration between France and Türkiye. #Türkiye #NexusoftheWorld #investment #France