GİSİAD UK Brings Together International Diplomats, Business Leaders and Investors at Landmark London Launch

GİSİAD UK Brings Together International Diplomats, Business Leaders and Investors at Landmark London Launch

GİSİAD UK officially launched at London’s historic Guildhall, bringing together approximately 650 participants from the diplomatic, business, investment and academic communities. The high-profile event highlighted three strategic partnerships in technology, healthcare and higher education, strengthening opportunities for international cooperation.

LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM | 30 October 2026

The Entrepreneurial Business People Association (GİSİAD) officially inaugurated its United Kingdom chapter, GİSİAD UK, at London’s historic Guildhall, marking a significant step in the organisation’s international expansion.

Held in conjunction with the 103rd anniversary of the founding of the Republic of Türkiye, the event attracted approximately 1,000 registration requests and welcomed around 650 attendees. The programme was hosted by Arkın Öksüzoğlu, Deputy Chairman of GİSİAD UK.

According to the event’s official protocol records, 24 senior diplomatic, consular, trade and economic representatives attended, including six ambassadors and high commissioners.

Among the distinguished guests were Türkiye’s Ambassador to the United Kingdom, Osman Koray Ertaş; Turkish Consul General in London, Professor Hasan Ulusoy; and Aysan Mullahasan Atılgan, Representative of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus in London.

The gathering provided a platform for diplomatic representatives, international investors, entrepreneurs, business executives and academics to explore opportunities for cross-border cooperation.

Remzi Dursunkaya Outlines Vision for Sustainable International Growth

Remzi Dursunkaya, President of GİSİAD, emphasised the importance of strengthening Türkiye’s industrial capabilities and entrepreneurial potential through international partnerships.

“Our goal is not simply to grow, but to grow on solid foundations, inspire confidence, create value through production and leave a lasting legacy,” Dursunkaya said.

His remarks highlighted GİSİAD’s commitment to sustainable expansion, long-term economic relationships and internationally competitive entrepreneurship.

Murat Bingöl Sets Out Investment and Trade Priorities

Murat Bingöl, Chairman of GİSİAD UK, outlined the organisation’s ambition to establish lasting commercial partnerships between Türkiye, the United Kingdom and international markets.

Bingöl identified connecting investors with entrepreneurs, organising international business delegations and transforming investment opportunities into tangible commercial projects as key priorities.

The UK chapter aims to serve as a bridge between business communities, facilitating market access, investment relationships and sustainable international trade.

Three Strategic Partnerships Across Technology, Healthcare and Higher Education

A central highlight of the launch was the announcement of three strategic cooperation protocols involving GİSİAD UK and international institutions:

• Biruni Teknopark: Cooperation in technology development, innovation and international investment.

• Essex Medical Society: Joint initiatives in healthcare technologies, medical research and professional education.

• New Vision University – Derby Campus: Collaboration in academic research, artificial intelligence and university-industry partnerships.

The partnerships are intended to support cross-border knowledge exchange, research collaboration and the development of commercially viable projects.

The institutional collaborations involved Sezgin Erzan, General Manager of Biruni Teknopark; Professor Tham Nimal-Raj; and Professor Rajesh Varma.

Technology and globalisation strategist Mehmet Özalp also contributed to strategic coordination efforts.

During the programme, Özalp introduced next-generation business models designed to expand companies’ access to international markets and strengthen their investment capabilities.

A New Platform for Türkiye–UK Economic Cooperation

The launch, which also attracted national and international media representatives, highlighted growing opportunities for cooperation between Türkiye and the United Kingdom across trade, technology, healthcare and education.

Under the international growth vision of GİSİAD President Remzi Dursunkaya and the leadership of GİSİAD UK Chairman Murat Bingöl, the organisation aims to connect entrepreneurs with global investment networks and facilitate sustainable economic partnerships.

The Guildhall gathering marked the beginning of a broader international engagement strategy, positioning GİSİAD UK as a platform for business connectivity, innovation and long-term commercial cooperation.

About GİSİAD

GİSİAD (Entrepreneurial Business People Association) is a Türkiye-based business association focused on supporting entrepreneurship, strengthening commercial networks and promoting sustainable economic cooperation. Through its international initiatives, including GİSİAD UK, the organisation seeks to connect business leaders, investors and institutions across borders.