İzmir Metropolitan Municipality Mayor Cemil Tugay, who recently joined the AK Party, visited Minister of Environment, Urbanization and Climate Change Murat Kurum and Minister of Trade Ömer Bolat in Ankara.
During Tugay's meetings at the two ministries, topics such as the İzmir Gulf Action Plan, urban transformation, international trade, free zones, and the support of trade fairs were discussed.
Minister of Environment, Urbanization and Climate Change Murat Kurum stated in a post-meeting announcement that efforts regarding İzmir were evaluated. Kurum said, "We discussed what we will do for our city, primarily the Gulf Action Plan and urban transformation. We will accelerate the work aimed at meeting İzmir's needs and continue to work for a more livable city."
Minister of Trade Ömer Bolat also announced that he hosted Tugay at the ministry, stating that they exchanged ideas on issues that will contribute to the economic and commercial development of İzmir.

Bolat stated that they conveyed their "Welcome to our AK Party family" wishes to Tugay, adding that they will be in closer cooperation and strong coordination in the new period for projects that will advance İzmir's potential.
In Bolat's statement, the strengthening of İzmir's position in international trade, more effective utilization of the potential of free zones, and the support of international fairs were highlighted.
News Source: 12punto