The Deputy Minister of Industry and Technology, Oruç Baba İnan visited Karatay University Development Oriented Strategic Research Center (KOSAM) at Karatay University central campus. A consultation meeting was held about regional projects that concern the business world and financial structures in the visit. Projects Concerning the Business World and Financial Structures were Discussed The Deputy Minister of Industry and Technology, Oruç Baba İnan, visited KOSAM, which is located at Karatay University central campus and conducts local, regional, national, and international research and studies in fields such as economics, politics, trade, industry, and the environment. The Deputy Minister, Oruç Baba İnan and his accompanying delegation, as well as the Chairperson of the Board of Trustees of KTO Karatay University, the board member of TOBB Selçuk Öztürk, and the Vice Chairperson of the Board of Trustees, KOSAM Board Chairperson Lütfi Can Başaran and members of KOSAM Board of Directors, attended the event. ‘Konya is of Critical Importance for the Economic Growth and Development of our Country’ During the visit, Deputy Minister of Industry and Technology Oruç Baba İnan stated, "Konya is among the critical cities for the economic growth and development of our country and it is the leading one. This visit allowed us to better understand the region's potential and collaborate with the business world on regional development projects. The Development-Oriented Strategic Research Center has been guiding the business community as having a significant role in this regard." “KOSAM Plays a Key Role in the Region” Selçuk Öztürk, the Chairperson of the Board of Trustees of KTO Karatay University, emphasized the contribution of KOSAM to regional development projects, stating, "As the business community in Konya, we attach great importance to regional development projects and strategic planning. The visit of our esteemed Deputy Minister is highly significant for the projects and opportunities in our region. KOSAM plays a crucial role in the development of our region and country by producing quality content and proposing value-added projects." "KOSAM Stands Out as a Center Established with the Aim of Guiding the Business Community." Having provided information about KOSAM's current projects, Lütfi Can Başaran, the Chairperson of the KOSAM Board of Directors, stated that KOSAM continues to closely examine the development and growth potential of Konya, which is one of Turkey's significant industrial and technological centers. He emphasized the intensive efforts being made to maximize this potential. Başaran stated, "Among KOSAM's ongoing projects are significant initiatives aimed at enhancing the competitiveness of businesses in the region and improving their financial structures. These projects will contribute to further enhancing the economic potential of our city, region, and country. KOSAM will continue to contribute to the goals of our country through strategic research in collaboration with the business community. " The meeting concluded with the presentation of a gift to Deputy Minister of Industry and Technology Oruç Baba İnan and a tour of the KTO Karatay University campus.