The inaugural Future of Mobility Summit, co-hosted by Forbes Türkiye and the Sustainable Mobility Initiative (SMI), brought together leading figures from the automotive, energy, technology, logistics, and finance sectors in Istanbul. The event featured more than 30 prominent speakers—including CEOs, academics, policymakers, and industry visionaries—who explored the transformative trends reshaping mobility in the 21st century.
One of the keynote speakers was Investment and Finance Office President A. Burak Dağlıoğlu, who participated in a special panel titled "Türkiye's Position in Changing Trade Routes." The session was moderated by UnLearn Academy Founding Member and Forbes Türkiye columnist Dr. Ecmel Ayral. During his remarks, President Dağlıoğlu shared insights into Türkiye's next-generation investment policies and its growing integration into global value chains across finance, energy, mobility, and supply chain sectors.
“Türkiye is no longer just a bridge connecting continents; it is now assuming the role of a regional hub," Dağlıoğlu stated. “With our 'Nexus of the World' vision, we are positioning Türkiye as a center of economic power. Thanks to our geostrategic location, skilled workforce, and advanced infrastructure, Türkiye has become a critical player in global value chains, outperforming many emerging economies."
President Dağlıoğlu also highlighted Türkiye's expanding role as a logistics and supply chain hub, supported by strategic initiatives such as the Middle Corridor, Zangezur Corridor, and the Development Road. He emphasized that Türkiye's ability to provide a stable investment environment amid global uncertainty is increasingly valued by international investors.
“Today, Türkiye stands as one of the leading actors in global peace and stability," he added. “Our diplomatic capabilities contribute to a more predictable marketplace. Additionally, our Customs Union with the European Union and Free Trade Agreements with 26 countries offer direct access to a market of over one billion consumers—an invaluable advantage for investors."
The summit underscored the central role of sustainable and smart mobility in reshaping industries and economies. Discussions covered key topics such as electrification, digital transformation in transportation, the future of urban mobility, and Türkiye's competitive position in the global green transition.