Konya’s central Karatay District Municipality hosted the 2-day Board of Directors Meeting of the United Cities and Local Governments Middle East and West Asia Regional Organization (UCLG-MEWA). At the meeting, high-level sessions focused on culture and environment were held with the theme “Harmony in Action, Impact at Local”.
Meeting Content
- UNESCO Heritage Cities Network Meeting
- Session on the Role of Local Governments in the Protection of Culture and Heritage
- Climate Change and Its Impact on Cities Panel
- GCoM-Gap Fund Information Session
Speech of Karatay Mayor Hasan Kılca
Karatay Mayor Hasan Kılca gave detailed information about the services, investments and projects aimed at protecting the cultural heritage of the district at the meeting. Mayor Kılca emphasized that they successfully implemented modern urbanization in the district while preserving traditional structures.
Thanks from UCLG-MEWA President Tayseer Abu
UCLG-MEWA President Tayseer Abu thanked Karatay Mayor Hasan Kılca for hosting him and expressed his gratitude for the support given to Palestine. Abu stated that the meeting held in Karatay would contribute to the strengthening of local governments in the region.
Evaluation of Konya Governor Vahdettin Özkan
Konya Governor Vahdettin Özkan drew attention to the oppression experienced at the meeting, expressed his support for Palestine and emphasized the importance of UCLG-MEWA in providing local solutions to global issues.
Closing and Conclusion
The meeting was a productive platform where decisions were made that would determine the future steps of UCLG-MEWA. The presentations made among the participants shed light on the planning of future activities. The program was completed successfully and emphasized the historical and cultural heritage of the district.
