KTSO Vice-President Bahçeci said energy, labour and financing costs are putting pressure on manufacturers, and called for long-term loans, priority for locally made products and fewer barriers to investment in solar energy.
Prime Minister Üstel stressed the importance of the planned electricity cable and natural gas pipeline with Türkiye for ensuring continuity of production, and called for the costs to consumers to be assessed.
ExxonMobil will begin drilling in December in Block 10 off the coast of South Cyprus. The company aims to submit its development and production plan to the government for assessment in 2027.
Erdoğan announced new oil potential at two sites in Gabar. Daily production in the region is targeted to exceed 100,000 barrels in the second half of 2027.
A drone attack on the Khor Mor gas field halted gas supplies to power stations in northern Iraq. Officials say more than 70% of the region was left without electricity.
Five women entrepreneurs received awards at a ceremony organised by the Businesswomen Association (İKD), with Telsim as main sponsor. Work in cardboard production, livestock farming, bridalwear and organic agriculture was recognised.
Olive and olive oil production volumes will be recorded, and growers will receive receipts. Forms have been distributed to 17 mills, with inspections to be carried out by the Agriculture Department.
