TUSIAD Opens a Representative Office in Paris

TUSIAD President Omer Sabanci requested France’s support in Turkey’s full European Union (EU) membership discussions. "We strongly believe that France fully understands the historic, strategic and political importance of Turkey’s E.U. accession," said Sabanci.

Sabanci disclosed that the start of full membership discussions with the E.U next year will have a positive impact on foreign investments in Turkey which, in turn, will generate economic activity.

"The dynamics of our economy will contribute to neighbors’ economies and, as a result, Turkey will be the most important partner in trade for its neighbors," added Sabanci.

In a speech at the opening ceremony, Babacan briefed French businessmen on political and economic government reforms. He underlined the fact that the Justice and Development Party (AKP) has developed a new concept in Turkish politics that they have named ‘conservative democrats’.

With regard to improvements in democracy and human rights, Babacan elaborated that for the implementation of E.U. adaptation packages, the government has developed a special system.

Babacan invited the French businessmen to invest in Turkey.

Mer said that although Turkey is an important country for France, the French business world has no significant place in the Turkish economy.