Minister of Labor and Social Security, Vedat Işıkhan, announced that the process regarding the minimum wage will start at the beginning of December. Işıkhan stated, “A figure will be determined with the principle of not allowing our citizens to be crushed by inflation.” and expressed that they will determine the minimum wage that will be valid in 2025. Breaking news! The countdown for the new minimum wage increase has started. The question “How much will the minimum wage be?” has been searched by millions, while it was raised to a net 17,002 liras with a 49.11% increase made in January. Minister of Labor and Social Security, Vedat Işıkhan, answered questions on TRT Haber regarding the agenda. Işıkhan announced that they will start the minimum wage increase marathon in December, stating that a figure will be determined with the principle of not burdening the citizens with inflation. Işıkhan expressed that they will determine the minimum wage that will be valid in 2025. Işıkan also clarified the discussions about the allegation that businesses are increasing prices as the minimum wage figures are discussed. Işıkhan said, “We ask our citizens not to resort to these methods.” When will the commission convene? The Minimum Wage Determination Commission held its first meeting last December. Accordingly, it is expected that the first meeting regarding the 2025 minimum wage increase will also be held in early December.