Visit of the Consul General of Belarus to Bursa

The Consul General of the Republic of Belarus in Istanbul, Yauheniya Bartkevich, paid a working visit to the city of Bursa, during which a number of meetings were held aimed at deepening regional cooperation, expanding business contacts, and promoting humanitarian projects.

As part of the visit, a meeting took place with Deputy Governor of Bursa Province Mustafa Güney. The parties discussed prospects for expanding cooperation between Belarus and Bursa in trade, economy, investment, and tourism, as well as opportunities for establishing direct links between regions and municipalities of both countries. Particular attention was given to strengthening cooperation between Bursa and Mogilev within the framework of the existing sister-city memorandum, including the implementation of joint projects, exchange of delegations, and promotion of business and public organization contacts. Special emphasis was placed on supporting initiatives aimed at developing practical regional partnership and strengthening economic ties.
Another important part of the program was the meeting with Vice Mayor of Bursa Municipality Orkun Gazioğlu. The discussion focused on joint projects in urban infrastructure, organic fertilizers, electric transport, and education. Special attention was devoted to the development of Bursa’s innovative ecosystem and the functioning of local technoparks and research centers. The Consul General presented the potential of the Belarusian high-tech sector and national innovation platforms, expressing interest in establishing direct contacts between the technoparks of Bursa and those in Belarus.

The parties discussed interaction in the field of organic fertilizers and electric transport — in particular, the exchange of experience in the processing of biological waste, production of environmentally friendly fertilizers, and initiatives in electric bus manufacturing and charging infrastructure. Mr. Gazioğlu expressed readiness to promote cooperation between the relevant municipal structures and Belarusian partners to implement joint projects, share experience, and support startup initiatives.

During the visit, negotiations were also held at the Bursa Chamber of Commerce and Industry. The sides explored opportunities to expand contacts between Belarusian and Turkish companies in industrial cooperation, textile and food industries, as well as participation of Belarusian enterprises in exhibitions and business events. The parties agreed to support direct business contacts and prepare concrete joint initiatives.
Following the visit, both sides reaffirmed their mutual readiness to continue an active dialogue, filling Belarusian‑Turkish regional cooperation with tangible content and meaningful projects.

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