Türkiye-OECD MoU on Istanbul Center published in official gazette
A presidential decision approving the renewal of the memorandum of understanding between Türkiye and the OECD on the establishment of an OECD Istanbul Center has been published in Türkiye’s Official Gazette. The protocol, signed in Paris on January 17, 2025, entered into force retroactively on January 13, 2025.
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan’s decision approving the renewal of the memorandum of understanding between Türkiye and the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) regarding the establishment of an OECD Istanbul Center was published in the Official Gazette on Saturday. The move formalizes Türkiye’s continued partnership with the Paris-based organization.
Protocol signed in Paris
The protocol was signed in Paris on January 17, 2025, and entered into force retroactively on January 13, 2025. The MoU remains valid under its current terms and conditions until January 13, 2026. The OECD Istanbul Center serves as a platform for policy dialogue and cooperation between Türkiye and the organization.
Strengthening institutional ties
The renewal reflects Türkiye’s ongoing commitment to economic cooperation with OECD member states and institutional engagement with global policy frameworks. The center focuses on areas including economic development, governance, and sustainable growth. No further details about the renewal or potential agenda changes were disclosed.
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