Strategic Collaboration Protocol Signed between Ankara Development Agency and Ankara Provincial Health Directorate

Ankara stands out as a shining star in health tourism with its robust technical infrastructure, thermal springs containing rich minerals, and high-quality facilities. In order to maximize this potential and contribute qualified professionals to the sector, Ankara Development Agency and Ankara Provincial Health Directorate have entered into a significant collaboration protocol.

The protocol aims to activate Ankara's potential in the field of health tourism by jointly working on developing and implementing education programs focused on training qualified tourism professionals, as well as organizing promotional materials and events to boost the sector. The collaborative efforts will encompass the following activities:

• Development of Health Tourism Professional Training Program: Creating and implementing an education program tailored to the needs of health tourism institutions in Ankara, with a focus on training qualified personnel.
• Job Placement Processes: Initiating processes to match individuals who successfully complete the training program with employers in the health tourism sector.
• Development of Promotional Materials: Creating innovative materials to promote health tourism in Ankara and the necessary processes for their dissemination.
• Industry Meetings and Events: Organizing events that bring together stakeholders in Ankara's health tourism sector to identify and address the industry's needs and challenges.

Through this collaboration protocol, Ankara Development Agency and Ankara Provincial Health Directorate aim to maximize Ankara's potential in health tourism and contribute qualified professionals to the sector. With the activities outlined in the protocol, Ankara will further enhance its reputation in health tourism and confidently progress towards becoming a key player in the industry.