About this episode
2016 has been a challenging year for Turkey’s previously prospering economy. Political and economic uncertainty fueled by global and regional geopolitical developments continue to complicate prospects for Turkey’s economy. Despite current risks, Turkish authorities continue to emphasize their seriousness about attracting and maintaining investments by focusing on a structural reform agenda. During this teleconference, Howard Beasey, the President of American-Turkish Council (ATC), a leading independent business organization, and Mustafa Ilbeyli, Senior U.S. Advisor at the Investment Support and Promotion Agency (ISPAT), the official organization for promoting Turkey’s investment opportunities, will inform the audience about sector-specific opportunities for investment in Turkey and challenges in 2017.