Alanya 60 Billion Lifeline for Tourism Professionals

Alanya Chamber of Commerce and Industry President Eray Erdem stated that they welcomed the 60 billion TL support package announced by the government for tourism professionals and the reduction of accommodation tax to 1 percent by the end of the year. Erdem emphasized that these steps are of vital importance for the sector, which has been crushed under increasing costs and exchange rate pressure for a long time. It was stated that the extension of the practice, which supports the conversion of companies' foreign currencies into Turkish lira, until July 31, 2026, will have a positive impact on the markets.

It will breathe new life into the regional economy

For Alanya, which is the capital of tourism, this support package means a great economic relief that can prevent bankruptcies and protect employment. Local businesses that are directly dependent on foreign exchange input and cost fluctuations will breathe a sigh of relief as the tax burden eases. Pointing out that tourism is a smokeless industry, Erdem emphasized the importance of state and nation solidarity; He stated that they expect improvements in issues that are against tradesmen, such as tourism professionals being considered exporters and VAT regulations, and that they will follow this process together with sector stakeholders.

Thanks to Ministers and Contributors

Expressing his satisfaction with the results of the negotiations on solving the problems of the sector, Erdem said; He thanked the Minister of Treasury and Finance Mehmet Şimşek and the Minister of Culture and Tourism Mehmet Nuri Ersoy, who were not insensitive to the demands. In addition, former Minister of Foreign Affairs and Antalya Deputy Mevlüt Çavuşoğlu and TOBB President M. He also expressed his gratitude to Rifat Hisarcıklıoğlu.

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