On June 10, 2024, Ercan Özel, Mayor of Yenişehir in Bursa, visited the UCLG-MEWA General Secretariat. Mayor Özel’s visit aimed to explore potential partnerships in regional cooperation and sustainable development issues.
During the meeting, Mayor Özel discussed steps to strengthen the local government strategies of Yenişehir in Bursa and enhance the city’s role on the international stage. He received information about UCLG-MEWA’s regional activities and projects, emphasizing the importance of the opportunities provided by the section for Yenişehir. Additionally, he highlighted that increasing collaboration between civil society organizations and local governments would contribute to regional development.
Dr. Mehmet Duman, the Secretary General of UCLG-MEWA, expressed his satisfaction with Mayor Özel’s visit, emphasizing his belief that such reciprocal visits further bolster inter-institutional cooperation.
Both parties have decided to engage in constructive dialogue to shape future collaboration projects. They mutually committed to developing potential partnerships within the framework of UCLG-MEWA’s 2024 roadmap.