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Vilnius, Lithuania — The Turkish-Lithuanian Chamber of Commerce (TLCC) proudly hosted Mr. Burak Pehlivan, Chairman of the International Turkish Ukrainian Business Association (TUID) and Head of TÜRKONFED International, during his official visit to Lithuania.
This high-level meeting highlighted the commitment of both organizations to strengthening Turkish-Lithuanian-Ukrainian business relations, boosting regional cooperation, and fostering deeper engagement within the Turkish diaspora in Europe.
A Visionary Leader with a Global Perspective
Mr. Pehlivan is recognized across Europe for his leadership in promoting Turkish business interests abroad. As a respected entrepreneur and community figure, he plays a key role in uniting Turkish business leaders worldwide and forging partnerships across borders. His work with TÜRKONFED, Türkiye’s leading independent business confederation, has been instrumental in advancing economic diplomacy and supporting Turkish entrepreneurs in the international arena.
“It was a true honor to welcome Mr. Pehlivan to TLCC. His global outlook and commitment to regional development inspire us all,” said Sarp Demiray, President of the Turkish-Lithuanian Chamber of Commerce.
Key Attendees and Strategic Dialogue
The meeting in Vilnius brought together leading voices in the Lithuanian and Turkish business communities:
Mr. Sarp Demiray – President of TLCC
Mr. Ümit Ateşağaoğlu – Executive Director of TLCC
Ms. Kristina L. Aleknienė – TLCC Board Member & Chairwoman, Ukrainian-Lithuanian Chamber of Commerce
Mr. Dovydas Vitkauskas – TLCC Member & Co-founder of madeinvilnius.lt
During the roundtable, participants discussed new partnership opportunities, innovation-driven trade initiatives, and the importance of cross-border economic collaboration. The visit served as a platform to share ideas and foster connections that could lead to tangible outcomes for businesses in Türkiye, Lithuania, and Ukraine.
Fostering Regional Growth and Business Diplomacy
As geopolitical and economic landscapes evolve, the importance of business diplomacy and multicultural engagement continues to grow. TLCC’s role as a bridge between Turkish and Lithuanian business communities has never been more vital.
This meeting marked another significant milestone in TLCC’s mission to support bilateral trade, investment, and entrepreneurship between Türkiye and Lithuania, while also extending a hand of collaboration to Ukraine and other neighboring markets.
