02.10.2016 Muş
The new service building of the Muş Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCI) was opened with a ceremony attended by TOBB President M. Rifat Hisarcıklıoğlu.
Speaking at the
ceremony, Hisarcıklıoğlu touched on the subject of July 15th, “One
of the first provinces to react against the coup attempt. You were at the
frontlines in the fight against FETO. Muş was one of the first provinces to
defend democracy and the will of the nation. You stood vigil. That is what befits
the courageous people of Muş. On behalf of our community, I thank you for that.
TOBB was the first organization to stand against the coup when the announcement
was read on TV on Friday. I am proud of the chairpersons of the 365 chambers
and exchanges throughout this incident. They all stood firm from the first
moment.”
Stating that
provinces which have their governor, mayor and NGOs stand united achieve
success, Hisarcıklıoğlu pointed out that he can clearly see this unity present
in Muş. Reporting that Muş’ economic statistics are over the national average
Hisarcıklıoğlu said, “This is an indication of the grace and solidarity present
in Muş.”
Pointing out Muş
gives no quarter the terror, Hisarcıklıoğlu said, “Without peace, there can be
no trade. Without trade, there can be no prosperity. If you want to prosper,
you must open the way for trade. There is but one remedy necessary for trade
and that is peace. That’s what is present in Muş. Do not be afraid to come to
Muş. Do not be afraid to invest in Muş. The people of Muş are welcoming.”
- Government purchase guarantee
Touching on the
investment package announced by Prime Minister Yıldırım, Hisarcıklıoğlu
reported that the investment package is one of the most important in the
history of the Republic and that as they’ve stated the importance of it before,
there will be government purchase guarantee as a part of this package, “Muş is
also covered with this package. This is a significant opportunity for investors
and traders. Muş is one of the most financially attractive provinces of Turkey.
Invest in Muş. Both you and Muş will profit.”
Emphasizing the
importance of the agricultural and livestock farming sectors, Hisarcıklıoğlu
stated that those who invest in these sectors, “Agricultural and livestock
farming sectors hold great potential. The land is extraordinary. The people of
Muş have nothing to complain about. The plains of Muş need to be cultivated and
won over for Turkey. Agricultural and livestock farming will become sectors
high strategic importance.”
Reporting that a
Credit Guarantee Fund branch will be opened in Muş, Hisarcıklıoğlu said, “TOBB
is working on facilitating access to financial tools. We will endeavor to do
this for the members of our 365 chambers and exchanges. Via the Credit
Guarantee Fund we will act as guarantor for you while 21 banks stand by to
provide credit.”
Hisarcıklıoğlu stated
that a protocol has been signed with the Ministry of Labor and Social Security
as a part of which TOBB and its 365 chambers and exchanges are training personnel
for you. We provide a monthly pay of 1,300TRY during training while the
government covers insurance costs. While providing vocational training we also
provide these benefits as TOBB. This will ensure their employment.”
Stating that economy
cannot be improved without improving democracy, Hisarcıklıoğlu said, “We must
do this. That is the way to prosperity. We are all created different. We will
think differently. Allah has seen it fit to grace us with brains. We must bring
our differences together; there is grace and prosperity in unity.”
- Muş CCI Chair Cengiz
Muş CCI Chair Fatih Cengiz
thanked TOBB President Hisarcıklıoğlu for his constant support, touching on the
importance of the inspiration they derive from TOBB.
Cengiz stated that
they are working to establish an OIZ in the county of Hasköy. He also stated
that Muş CCI has begun work to acquire accreditation.
Chairman Cengiz ended
his address by denouncing the coup attempt of July 15th, stating
that these heinous attacks would not bring the nation to its knees.