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When Turkey meets Africa

Erdogan PIC: REUTERS
Erdogan PIC: REUTERS

ISTANBUL, TURKEY: The Turkey-Africa Business and Economic Forum (TABEF), which commenced here yesterday, is a significant platform that aims to strengthen economic and trade relations between Turkey and African countries.

Although it was unclear how many countries are participating in this year’s fifth TABEF, records show that at some stage, 53 participated, with an estimated number of over 4000 participants taking part.

TABEF is open to prominent representatives of public and private sector actors from both Africa and Turkey. This includes high-level government officials, heads of State and government, ministers of trade, economy and foreign affairs, amongst others. The CEOs and executives from Turkish and African companies, representatives from the African Union, World Trade Organisation and other international organisations are also eligible to attend.

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