A Delegation of Businesspeople from Çerkezköy Chamber of Commerce and Industry Participated in SFIA 2025 in Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire

A delegation of business representatives operating under the Çerkezköy Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Çerkezköy TSO) participated in the SFIA 2025 Fair held in Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire, with the aim of expanding their export network and exploring new markets.

On the first day of the visit, the delegation visited the Embassy of the Republic of Türkiye in Abidjan and met with H.E. Ambassador Deniz Erdoğan Barım. During the meeting, current and potential trade and investment opportunities for the Turkish business community in Côte d'Ivoire were discussed in detail. Ambassador Barım provided comprehensive insights into the region’s economic dynamics, investment climate, and the strong interest in Turkish products, emphasizing the importance of a more active role for Turkish entrepreneurs in the African market.

Key Topics Discussed:

Côte d'Ivoire’s growing economy and investment-friendly policies

Competitive advantages of Turkish companies in the region

Customs procedures, logistics infrastructure, and local partnerships

Cooperation opportunities in e-commerce, agriculture, textile, and construction sectors

Following the embassy visit, the delegation toured the SFIA 2025 Fair and held one-on-one meetings with local sector representatives. The fair provided opportunities to establish business connections and explore collaboration prospects in various fields, particularly agricultural technologies, food products, textiles, energy, and digital solutions.

This visit supports the vision of Çerkezköy TSO to open new export channels for its members and contributes to the goal of establishing strong and sustainable trade relations across the African continent.

As Çerkezköy Chamber of Commerce and Industry, we remain committed to enhancing the global presence of our members through determined and strategic efforts.