Wednesday, October 22, 2025
Tony Huber, Consul General of Australia in Istanbul, accompanied by his wife Kate Huber, paid a courtesy visit to Mayor Dr. Cemil Tugay The meeting explored potential areas of cooperation, particularly in environment, tourism, and urban planning.
Highlighting İzmir’s location on the Aegean Sea, its history, ports, and economic potential, Consul General Huber underlined the city’s strategic importance. Environmental issues, including ongoing cleaning efforts in the Gulf of İzmir, were discussed, with an emphasis on experience sharing regarding algal blooms and the protection of marine ecosystems.
The meeting also addressed forest fire response, the COP31 Climate Summit, and EXPO 2027 İzmir. Both sides delivered joint messages emphasizing the importance of strengthening cooperation in the fight against the climate crisis and in building sustainable cities.
Scientific mobilization for a “Healthy Gulf”
Thursday, March 26, 2026
An international conference organized by İzmir Metropolitan Municipality as part of its “Healthy Gulf” vision has started at the Tarihi Havagazı Fabrikası Cultural Center.
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Tugay: “A great pleasure to be on this beautiful island”
Thursday, March 26, 2026
Dr. Cemil Tugay, Mayor of İzmir Metropolitan Municipality, travelled to the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC) for a series of official engagements.
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Hülya Özdemir Nutku International İzmir Theatre Festival Begins
Wednesday, March 25, 2026
The Hülya Özdemir Nutku International İzmir Theatre Festival is being held for the 44th time by İzmir Metropolitan Municipality.
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A Breeze from Azerbaijan in İzmir
Thursday, March 19, 2026
Spring Festival, regarded as the harbinger of spring across the Turkic world, was celebrated in İzmir with a special night featuring Azerbaijani artists. Hosting the event, the Mayor of İzmir Metropolitan Municipality, Dr. Cemil Tugay,
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