Istanbul to be ‘partially moved,’ transformed to reduce earthquake risk

In a live interview on Monday, Environment, Urbanization and Climate Change Minister Murat Kurum vowed to continue the urban transformation process in Istanbul. He noted that around 500,000 residences will be built for those living in decrepit buildings that are not resistant to disasters.

The minister stated that the transformation process in the city has already begun, with projects currently underway in the Gaziosmanpaşa district. He pointed out that 695,000 houses have undergone transformation to reduce earthquake risk.