AK Party Central Decision-Making and Executive Board Member Barış Özerol Visits Mayor Mehmet Özdil: A Dossier Outlining the Demands of Local Business Owners Was Presented

Barış Özerol, a member of the AK Party’s Central Decision and Executive Board (MKYK), visited Mehmet Özdil, President of the Ümraniye Chamber of Tradespeople and Artisans and Founding President of the International Union of Tradespeople (UEB). During the meeting, the challenges faced by tradespeople, export support measures, and opportunities to expand into foreign markets were discussed.

Mehmet Özdil, President of the Ümraniye Chamber of Tradespeople and Artisans and Founding President of the International Union of Tradespeople (UEB), hosted Barış Özerol, a member of the AK Party Central Decision and Executive Board (MKYK). During this critical meeting, which addressed the current situation and future vision of small business owners, President Özdil presented Özerol with a detailed dossier outlining the problems and demands of small business owners and artisans.

Tradespeople’s Challenges and Proposed Solutions on the Table

At the consultation meeting hosted by President Mehmet Özdil, the economic and financial difficulties faced by small business owners, proposed solutions, and sector-specific expectations were discussed in detail. Through the specially prepared dossier, the small business owners’ demands were directly conveyed to the AK Party leadership.

Export and Foreign Market Opportunities Took Center Stage

During the meeting, which highlighted Barış Özerol’s experience in the field of exports, the following critical topics were addressed to broaden the vision of small business owners:

• International incentives and grant programs

• Export support mechanisms

• Strategies for helping local business owners access foreign markets

Thanks from President Özdil

Following the visit, Mayor Mehmet Özdil issued a statement expressing his satisfaction and said:

"We would like to thank Mr. Barış Özerol for his kind visit, his valuable insights, and the close attention he has shown to our merchants. We will continue to be the voice of our merchants and defend their rights on every platform."