Majlis & Markets · 2026-04-30 · 50 min
As regional volatility grows, is Turkey emerging as the ultimate refuge for global capital? In this episode of Majlis & Markets , we are joined by Serhat Süha Çubukçuoğlu to explore Turkey’s strategic positioning amidst the Iran conflict and shifting global market dynamics. We discuss how Ankara is blending "geonomics" and active diplomacy to secure its role as a resilient regional hub for investment and innovation. The Safe Haven Advantage: Turning regional uncertainty into a strategic investment hook. Geopolitics of Conflict: Navigating the fallout of the Iran war and the internal Turkish policy response. IFC vs. The Gulf: A realistic assessment of the Istanbul Financial Centre’s potential to rival Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Economic Resilience: Managing energy security risks, tourism slumps, and fiscal health during a crisis. The AI Revolution: Why Turkey’s engineering talent provides a "capacity insurance" edge in the digital race. Catch up on Part 1 of our discussion with Serhat: Turkey’s Economic Shift: Crisis or Comeback?
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