The Ordinary General Assembly of the Technology Development Zones Association (TGBD) was held with the participation of representatives from technology development zones and technoparks across Türkiye.
Dr. Yasemin Yetkin, General Manager of Van Technopark, attended the General Assembly, where discussions focused on the development of technology development zones, strengthening the entrepreneurship and innovation ecosystem, expanding cooperation among technoparks, and enhancing knowledge and experience sharing.
Future Vision of Technology Development Zones Discussed
During the General Assembly, participants exchanged views on further strengthening the role of technology development zones within Türkiye’s R&D, innovation, and entrepreneurship ecosystem.
Key topics included enhancing the institutional capacities of technoparks, supporting technology-based ventures, strengthening university-industry cooperation, commercializing R&D outputs, and promoting a stronger culture of collaboration among technology development zones.
The meeting also highlighted the value of sharing knowledge, experience, and best practices among technoparks operating in different regions of Türkiye in order to contribute to the development of stronger and more sustainable technology ecosystems.
TGBD Activities and Strategic Priorities Presented
During the General Assembly, Dr. İbrahim Yavuz, Chairman of the Board of TGBD, provided information on the Association’s activities over the past year, ongoing initiatives, planned projects, and strategic priorities for the upcoming period.
Participants also discussed opportunities to develop initiatives addressing the common needs of technology development zones, improve communication and coordination among technoparks, share sectoral experience, and establish stronger cooperation with different stakeholders in the technology ecosystem.
Strengthening Cooperation and Experience Sharing Among Technoparks
Bringing together technopark managers and representatives from different regions of Türkiye, the General Assembly provided an important platform for sharing knowledge and experience, disseminating best practices, and developing new opportunities for cooperation.
The discussions emphasized the importance of transferring regional experience to the national technology ecosystem and developing sustainable partnerships among technology development zones.
As Van Technopark, we will continue to contribute to strengthening Türkiye’s R&D, technology, innovation, and entrepreneurship ecosystem, develop strong and sustainable partnerships with other technology development zones, share best practices, and support technology-based ventures.
We hope that the TGBD Ordinary General Assembly, which brought technology development zones together around common goals, will contribute to productive outcomes for Türkiye’s technology and innovation ecosystem.