Emine Arslan Paulî, Bursa Eskişehir Bilecik Kalkınma Ajansı (BEBKA)

It is a Regional Development Agency of Turkey. Its geographical study area covers Bursa.

The development agency:

• plays a vital role on structural transformation and sustainable development of regions in Turkey,

• supports the effective use of resources with the cooperation of local actors,

• is considered as facilitating mediator among local players via contributing to the improvement of regional capacity.

Their main activities are:

• Planning & Programming

• Financial Support Programs

• Investment Support Activities

• Institutional Coordination and Cooperation

• Research & Developing Strategies