Cittaslow Turkey and TRNC Networks Gather at Cooperation Meeting
Representatives of the Cittaslow Turkey and TRNC networks came together to increase cooperation among local governments and strengthen common ties.
Cittaslow Turkey and TRNC networks held a comprehensive meeting at the Mehmetçik Büyükkonuk Municipality Bafra Public Beach Facilities to strengthen cooperation at the local government level.
Importance of the Meeting and Participants
Cittaslow Turkey and TRNC Networks came together at the Mehmetçik Büyükkonuk Municipality Bafra Public Beach Facilities to strengthen ties at the local government level.
The gathering was attended by Cittaslow TRNC Coordinator Şenay Tekiner, Mehmetçik Büyükkonuk Mayor and Cittaslow TRNC Network President Dr. Fatma Çimen Tuğlu, and Antalya Metropolitan Municipality Deputy Mayor Büşra Özdemir.
Common Ground and Future Vision
International Cittaslow Vice President and Turkey Coordinator Büşra Özdemir emphasized that Cittaslow offers a valuable common ground among local governments.
Referring to the general assembly in Italy in June, Özdemir stated that cooperation between the two countries will carry local values into the future by protecting them.
Emphasis on Claiming Local Values
Hosting the meeting, Dr. Fatma Çimen Tuğlu stated that the Cittaslow title means taking ownership of the place one lives in and passing it on to the future.
Technical Presentations and Evaluations
Within the scope of the program, Cittaslow Turkey Technical Coordinator Lokman Atasoy, Dr. Tuğçe Çiftçibaşı Güç, and various mayors gave presentations.
Mayors from the TRNC side also took the floor at the meeting and made evaluations regarding the region.
Decision for the 2027 Committee Meeting
As a result of the voting held, it was decided that the 2027 International Cittaslow Coordinators Committee Meeting will be held in Ortahisar Municipality.