Ahiler Development Agency is a regional development agency established in Turkey with the aim of supporting economic and social development within the regions it covers. The agency coordinates efforts between local government, civil society, and the private sector to promote sustainable growth and provide financial and technical support for local projects. It implements a variety of programs and initiatives aimed at improving infrastructure, promoting investments, developing skills, and supporting entrepreneurship in the region.

Ahiler Kalkınma Ajansı

Founded in 2009 as part of the Turkish government’s efforts to promote balanced regional development across the country, the Ahiler Development Agency is part of a broader network of regional development agencies established to accelerate economic and social growth in various regions and to better utilize local potential.

https://www.ahika.gov.tr/

The agency operates in a defined region of Turkey, encompassing several cities and provinces, and focuses on implementing developmental strategies that align with national goals and sustainable development objectives. It aims to enhance the region's competitiveness, increase employment opportunities, and improve the quality of life for its citizens by coordinating efforts across various sectors and stakeholders.

The main tasks of Ahiler Development Agency include:

1. Regional Development Planning: Preparing plans and programs to promote sustainable development in the region, in cooperation with local authorities and relevant parties.

2. Investment Promotion: Attracting local and foreign investments by improving the business environment and providing appropriate support to investors.

3. Supporting Entrepreneurship: Providing training and financial and technical support to entrepreneurs and small and medium-sized enterprises to enhance their competitiveness and growth.

4. Infrastructure Development: Improving essential infrastructure, including transportation, energy, and communications, to support economic and social activities.

5. Cooperation and Partnerships: Enhancing cooperation between the public and private sectors, civil society, and academic institutions to develop joint initiatives and projects serving regional development.

6. Project Management: Implementing and managing developmental projects within the framework of regional programming in line with national and local objectives.

7. Research and Development: Conducting studies and research aimed at understanding economic and social challenges and opportunities in the region and providing evidence-based recommendations.

Through these tasks, the agency aims to promote balanced and sustainable growth and to raise living standards in the specified region.