Erdoğan Addresses OECD Skills Summit In Istanbul

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan spoke at an OECD summit in Istanbul, focusing on Turkey's economic transformation. He highlighted the impact of technological advancements on production methods and job markets. Erdoğan noted the rise of fully automated factories, referred to as 'dark factories,' and the emergence of new job opportunities alongside the transformation of existing professions. President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan attended the OECD 2026 Skills Summit in Istanbul, highlighting the transformation of professions due to technological advancements. He noted that established norms in employment are being disrupted. Erdoğan said that managing and directing these changes correctly is within Turkey's control. He stated that it is not possible to prevent change, but decision-makers must correctly interpret and direct it. Erdoğan noted that the 'Century of Türkiye' focuses on qualified human resources and a strong family structure. He also mentioned new regulations extending maternity leave for working mothers. President Erdoğan spoke at the OECD Skills Summit held in Istanbul on Monday. He addressed the global transformation driven by technology and artificial intelligence. The speech also touched upon education and employment targets for youth within the framework of the 'Century of Türkiye'.