On October 24, 2024, a significant meeting took place in Odesa between Mayor Hennadiy Trukhanov and the newly appointed Turkish Consul, Mr. Muhittin Celik. The primary goal of the meeting was to get acquainted and discuss potential areas of collaboration.

Mr. Muhittin Celik highlighted the importance of Turkey's support for Ukraine:
«I follow your work closely and can say that you are doing much more than merely fulfilling your duties as a mayor. Turkey has supported Ukraine since the annexation of Crimea in 2014. We will continue to provide humanitarian assistance and support at the local levels».

The Mayor expressed gratitude to the Turkish people for their support and hoped for further cooperation, especially in the field of investments.

«It is a great pleasure to meet you. We are very grateful that Turkey is one of Ukraine's strategic partners, particularly for Odesa. During the war, we have received substantial aid from your country, including buses, generators, medical supplies, food, and much more. Despite the war, we are developing our city's economy and hope for Turkish investments», - said Hennadiy Trukhanov.

Both parties expressed their readiness to continue close cooperation to support humanitarian and economic projects in Odesa.