Investment Office continues its global investment diplomacy efforts with its latest participation in the 18th Asian Financial Forum (AFF) 2025, held on January 13-14 in Hong Kong. Recognized as one of the region's most prominent financial platforms, AFF 2025 was held under the theme “Multilateral Cooperation for a Shared Tomorrow."
Led by Investment Office President A. Burak Dağlıoğlu, the Turkish delegation highlighted Türkiye's strategic advantages and its growing appeal as a global investment hub to top-level executives and stakeholders from Asia.
In the “AFF Deal Making" session, Dağlıoğlu presented Türkiye's dynamic investment landscape to international investors, highlighting its transformation into the nexus of innovation, growth, and collaboration, thereby solidifying its position as a global investment hub.
In his address, Dağlıoğlu invited international investors to explore Türkiye's unparalleled opportunities, stating: “Türkiye is not just geographically central but also a hub where capital, innovation, and ideas converge. We invite global investors to join us in shaping a future defined by sustainability, innovation, and shared prosperity."
He underscored the dramatic growth in FDI, which surged from USD 15 billion between 1973 and 2002 to over USD 270 billion in the past two decades. Additionally, the number of multinational companies operating in Türkiye expanded from 5,600 in 2002 to over 82,000, representing 160 countries.
Dağlıoğlu attributed this success to Türkiye's strategic location bridging Europe, Asia, and Africa, its EU Customs Union membership granting seamless access to the EU market, and its participation in global initiatives like the Belt and Road, which strengthen international trade routes.
AFF 2025 attracted over 3,600 participants from more than 60 countries and regions. The forum featured 130 speakers and facilitated over 700 one-on-one business discussions, creating a dynamic platform for collaboration and the exploration of global investment opportunities.