Investment Office President A. Burak Dağlıoğlu participated in the "I AmChamPion Awards 2024," an event hosted by the American Chamber of Commerce Türkiye (AmCham Türkiye) to celebrate the strengthening of economic ties between Türkiye and the United States.
The event welcomed over 300 public and private sector leaders, including representatives from the US Trade and Development Agency (USTDA).
Now in its sixth year, the "I AmChamPion Awards" recognize companies that make significant contributions to strengthening bilateral relations. Eight awards were presented across the following categories: US Investment in Türkiye, Regional Hub, Sustainability, Diversity & Inclusion, Innovation, Contribution to Education, Women Empowerment, and Turkish Champion of the Year.
In his speech at the ceremony, Investment Office President A. Burak Dağlıoğlu highlighted the significance of acknowledging companies that generate value, employment, and exports in Türkiye. Dağlıoğlu noted that US companies have invested over USD 15 billion in Türkiye, while Turkish companies have invested approximately USD 12 billion in the United States.
“We believe these bilateral investments and balanced relations contribute to the long-term sustainability of our investment ties," Dağlıoğlu stated.
Dağlıoğlu also shared insights on FDI in Türkiye, emphasizing that since 2003, the country has averaged USD 12.5 billion in annual investments. "Over the past 12 months, based on data from the first nine months of this year, we secured USD 11.5 billion in investments. Given the global decline in investment, this is a respectable performance. We hope to reach our long-term average by the end of the year," he remarked.
Dağlıoğlu further commented on the global investment climate, noting a reduction in investments in neighboring countries, and added: "Our improved performance is a positive indicator."
Addressing ongoing efforts to enhance the investment environment, Dağlıoğlu stated, “We are diligently working on reforms to further improve the investment climate. Initiatives such as the implementation of the Climate Law, alongside other measures, continue with determination."
The "I AmChamPion Awards 2024" underscored the enduring and mutually beneficial economic partnership between Türkiye and the United States, showcasing exemplary contributions in various fields that foster growth and collaboration between the two nations.