Jeddah, November 5, 2024 – The Chairman of the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) Group, Muhammad Al Jasser, held a significant meeting on Monday with Turkey’s Minister of Industry and Technology, Mehmet Fatih Kacir, in Türkiye. The discussions focused on fostering enhanced collaboration between the IsDB and Turkey, with a particular emphasis on the shared goal of advancing industrial development and sustainability in the country.
During the meeting, Al Jasser underscored the IsDB Group’s commitment to supporting Turkey's economic and industrial growth. He highlighted the Bank's role in facilitating investments, promoting innovation, and enhancing the technological infrastructure needed to drive sustainable development. Al Jasser further expressed IsDB's readiness to continue working alongside Turkey to implement cutting-edge solutions that contribute to both economic diversification and environmental sustainability.
The two leaders also explored avenues for deepening cooperation in key sectors such as renewable energy, manufacturing, and digital transformation. Minister Kacir outlined Turkey’s priorities for industrial modernization, emphasizing the government’s strategic vision for a sustainable and technologically advanced industrial ecosystem. He welcomed the IsDB’s support and expertise, particularly in the areas of financing and technical assistance, which could accelerate the realization of Turkey's ambitious industrial development goals.
Al Jasser’s visit to Turkey is part of the IsDB's broader effort to strengthen its relationships with member countries and support their long-term development agendas. The IsDB Group, through its various initiatives, has been at the forefront of promoting projects that drive economic growth, innovation, and social well-being across its 57 member nations, including Turkey.
The meeting concluded with both parties agreeing to explore further avenues for cooperation and to establish a framework for joint projects that will advance Turkey’s industrial capabilities while contributing to the broader goals of sustainable development in the region.
This collaboration between the IsDB Group and Turkey marks a pivotal moment in the ongoing efforts to drive regional and global progress through sustainable industrialization and technological innovation.