The Global Turks Foundation, launched with the mission of showcasing the achievements of Turkish leaders on the global stage and reinforcing Türkiye's strategic position as the nexus of innovation and talent, held its inaugural event in New York.
The inauguration ceremony brought together high-level representatives from both the public and private sectors, including Industry and Technology Minister Mehmet Fatih Kacır, Deputy Foreign Affairs Minister Levent Gümrükçü, Investment and Finance Office President A. Burak Dağlıoğlu, Turkish-US Business Council (TAIK) Chair Murat Özyeğin, AmCham Türkiye Chair Emre Karter, and Global Turks Foundation President Ayşegül Dicle Aydın.
In his remarks, Minister Kacır emphasized that the Turkish delegation met with leading global companies on the sidelines of the 80th UN General Assembly to present Türkiye's investment opportunities and technological advancements under the National Technology Initiative.
“Turks around the world achieve remarkable success in their fields, and these accomplishments are a source of pride for our nation. Our mission is to accelerate Türkiye's technological advancement while continuing to develop our highly qualified human capital," Minister Kacır noted.
The Minister also underlined that Türkiye's growing global presence contributes to building a brighter future for humanity, with innovation and investment serving as the main pillars of the country's long-term vision.
Also speaking at the event, Dağlıoğlu praised Turkish leaders abroad for significantly contributing to Türkiye's global image. “These success stories enhance Türkiye's visibility on the global stage and reinforce its appeal to international investors," he said.
Reiterating the Office's “Nexus of Talent" vision, Dağlıoğlu added, “Türkiye's demographic advantage serves as the glue that binds all other elements together. The growing talent pool, fueled particularly by investments in the education system, positively distinguishes Türkiye from its competitors. This advantage makes a significant contribution to the country's investment environment."
The Global Turks Foundation is expected to further enhance Türkiye's international visibility and create new opportunities for collaboration between global talent and Türkiye's dynamic investment ecosystem.