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     Mr. Atilla AYDOGMUSH<\/strong> is a key figure bridging Turkish and Uzbek business. In an interview with our magazine\u2019s correspondent, the representative of the World Turkish Business Council (DT\u0130K) in Uzbekistan discussed the DT\u0130K organization, his entrepreneurial activities in Uzbekistan, and shared his vision for the development of Uzbekistan\u2019s light industry.<\/em><\/div>\r\n
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     \u2013 Mr. Aidogmush, first of all, our readers are interested in your account of DT\u0130K, its goals and objectives.<\/em><\/strong>
\r\n     \u2013 The goal of DT\u0130K, established under the patronage of DE\u0130K on December 26, 2007, is to bring together on a single platform Turkish entrepreneurs residing abroad who strive for the effective work of our country abroad, and Turkish specialists heading decision-making mechanisms in powerful international companies.
\r\n     The World Turkish Business Council (DT\u0130K) aims to create a strong communication network and ensure effective knowledge sharing among business people of Turkish origin and compatriots friendly to our country residing abroad, within the framework of \u00abdiaspora diplomacy\u00bb Fulfilling the tasks of uniting and developing relations between them, the organization acts as a bridge of communication, operating within DE\u0130K \u2013 the Foreign Economic Relations Board.
\r\n     Striving to increase the value of Turkey\u2019s national power not only economically but also strategically, DT\u0130K is also a meeting place for influential figures from around the world to discuss and jointly solve common problems in areas such as politics and diplomacy, science and education, international business and trade, culture, art and sport, and works towards achieving its success globally by establishing connections between Turkish representatives studying abroad and friends of Turkey.
\r\n     Thanks to its new structure and strong Board of Directors, DT\u0130K operates with representatives from countries and cities in 7 regional representative councils (Africa \u2013 Middle East \u2013 Persian Gulf, North America, Latin America and the Caribbean, Asia-Pacific, Balkans, Eurasia and Europe).
\r\n     DT\u0130K is the only platform where Turkish associations and foundations can unite according to the principle of national unity and solidarity and coordinate their actions based on mutual understanding in cooperation with friendly diasporas.
\r\n     Thanks to DE\u0130K\u2019s extensive global network, DT\u0130K has the opportunity to unite compatriots and friends of Turkey from different parts of the world within the framework of official or private foreign visits.
\r\n     The President of DE\u0130K and DT\u0130K is Mr. Nail Olpak.
\r\n     \u2013 Given the significant potential for cooperation between Turkey and Uzbekistan, what are the most promising areas of bilateral cooperation, and what factors can ensure its successful development in the near future, despite external challenges?<\/em><\/strong>
\r\n     \u2013 Turkey and Uzbekistan are two states with a long shared history. As two brotherly nations with significant common values culturally, religiously, and mentally, they can implement numerous joint projects. Close cultural unity and similar approaches to business allow for quick solutions in the implementation of mutually beneficial projects. The common language, culture, and religion, similarities in lifestyle, customs, and ethnicity create a comfortable environment for citizens of both countries to work in. Turkey\u2019s experience in technology, science, and engineering, combined with Uzbekistan\u2019s rich resources (raw materials, agriculture), its integration with Central Asian markets, and its rapidly growing workforce, create favorable conditions for the implementation of numerous joint projects in various sectors of the economy.
\r\n     Turkey\u2019s experience and knowledge in the healthcare system, medical services, and the pharmaceutical sector, in engineering and technical developments for the defense industry, the strength of its transport infrastructure and shipping, mechanical engineering and chemical industry, potential for interaction with European markets, the achievements and successes of Turkish scientists in developing the country\u2019s agro-industrial complex, and its accumulated years of experience in the tourism sector provide serious advantages for Uzbekistan.
\r\n     Uzbekistan\u2019s rich resource opportunities coupled with its young workforce, the inexhaustible potential of the Uzbek people\u2019s industriousness, a sincere desire for integration with the world, an interest in information technology and new knowledge, open and healthy relationships with Central Asian countries, development along the path of industrialization and urbanization, and efforts to improve people\u2019s living standards \u2013 all create fertile ground for fruitful joint work by both sides.
\r\n     For this reason, in my opinion, the activity of our two brotherly countries will increase even more in the coming period, even despite modern challenges and temporary difficulties due to reasons beyond our control; the progress of our interaction is unstoppable. I would like to reiterate that the common language is the greatest link between the Turkish and Uzbek peoples. Whatever the form of communication, our common language and customs are our greatest wealth.
\r\n     \u2013 It\u2019s known that you have businesses in the textile and other industries. Please tell us about their activities in Uzbekistan.<\/em><\/strong>
\r\n     \u2013 I\u2019ve been working in Uzbekistan since 2004. I started my career in engineering at textile factories, and since 2006 I\u2019ve been involved in production. Initially, I was attracted to knitwear production, then I became interested in creating home and hotel textiles under the EMA and ADORA brands, and then I got involved in the construction of villas and warehouses, as well as the furniture sector. Currently, my team and I are constructing production, warehouse, and retail spaces totaling 17,000 square meters, as well as villas in different districts of Tashkent.
\r\n     \u2013 As an expert, could you share your opinion on the future of Uzbekistan\u2019s textile industry?<\/em><\/strong>
\r\n     \u2013 Uzbekistan should produce more value-added products in the textile sector. At the beginning of our operations, companies produced cheap goods \u2013 that\u2019s understandable \u2013 but today, we should increasingly focus on higher-quality, more valuable, premium products that can be found on store shelves. Since Uzbekistan has people who are not content with the status quo and who have ambitions, they should be integrated into a society that produces valuable products, not a society based on cheap labor. Because the country doesn\u2019t have unlimited water and energy resources for the textile business, it\u2019s rational to have a more valuable, environmentally friendly production system. Of course, this will be achieved over time. We see this in the efforts being made in Uzbekistan.
\r\n     \u2013 What is the global situation and trend in this sector?<\/em><\/strong>
\r\n     \u2013 Textile production is mainly concentrated in regions with high population density and excessive or inefficient water usage. In these parts of the world, unfortunately, neither nature nor people are prioritized. Europe still leads in textile production, maintaining a trend of high-tech manufacturing of truly valuable products and goods in its countries. This preserves the environment and ensures adequate income for workers. In my humble opinion, Uzbekistan should become a global producer of raw materials for cotton products and strive to capture its share of the global market with high value-added products.
\r\n     \u2013 What are your suggestions for improving the business environment in Uzbekistan?<\/em><\/strong>
\r\n     \u2013 The biggest obstacle to successful business is the lack of qualified personnel. We have an important task in this regard: we must view our employees not only as workers, but also as students. We must train them as much as possible, because it\u2019s like a snowball \u2013 it will gradually grow, and we will overcome these problems. Developing a specialist is not easy. Instead of complaining about the situation, we need to train personnel. Some may leave us, but as the number of trained specialists increases, a cycle will close, circulation will begin, and we will encounter people with sufficient experience and professional ethics.
\r\n     Companies with more than 30 employees should conduct business-related training courses for 2 hours per week. Employees attending these courses should receive financial compensation from the company, and the state should not levy taxes on these bonuses.
\r\n     It is also necessary to: create industrial zones that combine industrial enterprises and small workshops; prevent mass migration of rural residents to cities by creating jobs in rural areas; facilitate intercity transportation; build industrial sites outside of cities (in rural areas). Micro-living zones should be created between large cities, and their surroundings should be surrounded by agricultural production areas. Villages should become popular among the population and attractive places to live.
\r\n     \u2013 Thank you for the interview!<\/em><\/strong><\/div>\r\n