Union of Municipalities of Turkey
Turkey inks deal to enhance childcare for working women
The Union of Municipalities of Turkey (TBB), the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD), and the International Labor Organization (ILO) signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) yesterday to promote more accessible childcare to encourage women's participation in the labor force.
Energy efficiency saves Turkey $1 bln between 2017-2019
Energy efficiency measures and investments saved Turkey $1 billion between 2017-2019, according to Energy and Natural Resources Minister Fatih Dönmez on Wednesday.
Parliamentary sub-panel offers 'small proportions' for Gaziantep’s fight against obesity
The Turkish Parliament's subcommittee for the fight against obesity has discussed possible solutions to southeastern Gaziantep province's above-average obesity rates, offering "small portions" for the cuisine's tasty dishes.
The parliamentary panel on Dec. 18 addressed the gastronomical haven's health problems and attempted to find a solution for the Gaziantep people to stay "fit."
Gaziantep Mayor Fatma Şahin becomes first woman to chair Turkish municipality union
Fatma Şahin, the mayor of the southeastern province of Gaziantep, has become the first mayor to be chosen as the president of the Union of Municipalities of Turkey (TBB) as part of an election on May 8 in the capital Ankara.