08.02.2025 Ankara

M. Rifat Hisarcıklıoğlu, President of the Union of Chambers and Commodity Exchanges of Türkiye (TOBB), was re-elected as the President of the World Chambers Federation (WCF), which unites the Chambers of Commerce and Industry in 150 countries under one roof.

Hisarcıklıoğlu received the majority of the votes cast in the electronic voting conducted by the members of the WCF General Council. Hisarcıklıoğlu's new term will continue for 3 years starting on July 1, 2025.

Making a statement after the election, Hisarcıklıoğlu said: “The world economy and the global trade system are going through a difficult period.

At a time when protectionism is on the rise and trade and tariff wars are raging, institutions like the WCF, the main global advocate for free and fair trade, have a big role to play. During my term as WCF President, the organization's main priority will be to promote rules-based free and fair trade.

In addition, being elected as the President of the Union of Chambers and Commodity Exchanges of Türkiye as the President of the WCF, the global summit of the business world, is a great pride for the business world of our country.

We will continue to be the flagbearer of the Turkish private sector in the global environment and defend its rights. I would like to thank everyone for their support.”

- Support from 366 Chambers and Commodity Exchanges

Underlining that it is a great honor for him to fly the Turkish flag on this platform, Hisarcıklıoğlu said, “As TOBB, we are elected to the management of all regional and global institutions and organizations, and we have the honor of representing our country and our business world.

We are at the top of global consultation mechanisms. Behind all the positions we hold, there is the power and support of 366 Chambers and Commodity Exchanges of which I am the President.”

- 150 countries are members of the WCF

WCF, headquartered in Paris, is a global forum of Chambers and Chambers Associations from 150 countries, established to increase the interaction and cooperation of Chambers at the global level.

WCF, which aims to strengthen the connections between Chambers around the world and increase their cooperation, aims to contribute to the improvement of the performance of the Chambers through the sharing of best practices.

WCF organizes the World Chambers Congress every two years, which is attended by Chambers from around the world.

The World Chambers Congress is the most comprehensive international forum where Chambers and professionals share best practices, exchange views, connect and get information on current issues affecting the business world.