A cultural bridge

"Now we have a chance introducing Chonqing to all over the world," said Aykut, "we can help two countries to exchange in culture, education, tourism, and business."

As director of the Turkey office in AAEC, Aykut aims to connect scientists, artists, entrepreneurs, well-known scholars, and professionals in both countries to strengthen the cooperation between Chongqing and Turkey. In addition, the NGO he worked for – AAEC, has always focused on improving the soft power of Chongqing culture, with a high degree of cultural consciousness, actively carrying out foreign cultural exchanges, and promoting Chongqing culture to the world.