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CHP Chairman Özgür Özel met with citizens at the public meeting held in Malatya’s Yazıhan district. Özel touched on various issues in his speech.
Special’s Highlights
In his speech, Özgür Özel talked about the social issues in Malatya and said, “93 out of a hundred people in Malatya are on the streets. Nine out of ten families are either in tents, containers, or are abroad without shelter.” He said: Also touching on the issue of terminating rental subsidies, Özel emphasized that the government was inadequate in this regard.
Speeches of Abdulvahap Göçer and Veli Ağbaba
Yazıhan Mayor Abdulvahap Göçer and CHP Malatya Deputy Veli Ağbaba also spoke at the public meeting. Göçer said, “You wrote an epic in the March 31 local elections. This is the district of the brave-hearted Veli Ağbaba, who wrote an epic in Malatya.” While Ağbaba expressed his gratitude to the party members and expressed their support.
Özel’s Promise of Support to Farmers and Retirees
Touching on the difficulties experienced by farmers and retirees, Özgür Özel said, “Dried apricots are 140 lira here at the producer. 300 lira in the market, 370 lira in the market.” He drew attention to unfair price policies and promised support.
Forest Fires and Call for Normalization
Özel stated that precautions should be taken regarding forest fires and said, “We will work to stop forest fires.” he said He also called for political normalization and emphasized the need to comply with the law, rules and morality.