Budapest Chamber of Commerce and Industry played host to a Turkish delegation from the Samsun Chamber of Commerce and Industry on April 25, marking a significant stride in international business relations. This meeting was a cornerstone event, aimed at deepening ties and uncovering growth opportunities between Hungary and Turkey.
The session was graced by pivotal figures including Mr. Salih Zeki Murzioğlu, President of Samsun CCI, and Mr. András Rév, President of the International and Foreign Economy Cabinet at BCCI. During the meeting, Mr. Murzioğlu provided valuable insights into Samsun’s rich resources and economic contributions. Mr. Rév delivered the opening remarks emphasizing the importance of nurturing face-to-face interactions and enhancing economic prospects with Turkey.
Salih Zeki Murzioğlu, President of Samsun CCI and András Rév, President of International and Foreign Economy Cabinet of BCCI
Other prominent members of the Cabinet, H.E. Gábor Kiss, former Hungarian Ambassador to Turkey, and Mr. József Kovács, former commercial attaché in Istanbul, also demonstrated readiness to facilitate the establishment of new business partnerships between the two countries. The participants engaged in earnest discussions about the thriving economic environments of their respective regions. Highlights included Hungary's success in attracting major industrial investments such as those from Yapi Merkezi Holding, illustrating the nation’s allure to Turkish investors.
BCCI welcoming committee (left-right):
Péter Babák, Head of International Relations’ Office,
H.E. Gábor Kiss, former Hungarian Ambassador to Turkey,
András Rév, President of Internation and Foreign Economy Cabinet of BCCI,
József Kovács, former commercial attaché in Istanbul
Representatives from diverse industries including construction, textiles, tourism, fuel, furniture and hospitality shared their visions for potential partnerships. This interdisciplinary collaboration emphasized a mutual interest in utilizing the strategic advantages of each region for shared economic success. Discussion also touched upon the seamless integration possibilities within the EU’s single market framework, emphasizing customs-free trade benefits.
Members of Samsun delegation (left-right):
Oğuz Sandıkçı, Erkan Malkoç, Muzaffer Öztel, Yiğit Tören, Kadir Beytekin, Halük Akyüz, Salih Zeki Murzioğlu, Süleyman Hızır, Gabriella Ortunç, Fahri Eldemir, Ayhan Çakır, Kerem Tüfekçi, Zafer Dilmen, Aydin Üz
The meeting was concluded by discussions that covered potential synergies with focus on the automotive and construction industries. The event marked a significant milestone in fostering international relations and exploring new business opportunities between Samsun region in Turkey and the capital region of Hungary.
As stewards of commerce, the International Relations’ Office and the International and Foreign Economy Cabinet of the Budapest Chamber of Commerce and Industry reaffirmed their commitment to transnational partnerships. After hosting several successful joint events with foreign institutions this year, this meeting served as another testament to helping Hungarian SMEs with their foreign expansion.