Turkish tea started 2026 with a massive momentum in the global market. According to January data, tea exports from Turkey increased by 42% in volume and achieved a historic 66% growth in revenue compared to the same period last year. The income generated from exports to over 50 countries in January once again demonstrated the branding power of Turkish tea.
Türkiye has taken a major strategic step to strengthen its competitiveness in global agricultural and food exports. Under the coordination of the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry and the Ministry of Trade, the Digital Phytosanitary Certificate (e-Phyto) integration has now reached its widest scope.
Due to the current geopolitical developments in the Middle East and related security concerns, there is a possibility that some vessels may change their routes and sail via the Cape of Good Hope instead of the Suez Canal. This situation may arise based on operational and security assessments conducted by shipowners. As a result of possible route changes, some shipments may experience:
The Turkish Ministry of Trade has officially suspended poultry exports effective immediately, following a 15% price hike by producers and retailers ahead of Ramadan.
In recent years, Türkiye has strengthened its position in the global economy not only through industrial and agricultural products, but also through cultural and service exports. One of the key drivers of this transformation is the international success of Turkish TV series and their direct impact on tourism revenues. Today, the TV drama industry and tourism sector have become strategic export pillars for Türkiye.
Russia, one of the world’s largest producers and exporters of sunflower oil, has introduced a new price increase in 2026. Changes in export duties and production costs have intensified pressure on global food markets. Experts warn that this decision may directly affect food inflation, especially in import-dependent countries.
Turkey strengthens its strategic position in the global food supply chain with its "near-zero error" vision. Current reports announced at the beginning of 2026 show that the reliability of Turkish agricultural and food products in world markets has reached the highest level in history. The fact that only 0.1% (one per thousand) of the millions of tons of products exported throughout 2025 will be returned is interpreted as a "golden age" in the industry.
Rising tensions between the United States and Iran pose significant risks to export activities across the Middle East. A potential military escalation could disrupt logistics routes, increase energy and transportation costs, and accelerate a restructuring of regional trade patterns.
A Strong Start to 2026 Türkiye’s defense and aerospace industry has entered 2026 with remarkable export achievements, reinforcing its position as a competitive global player in high-technology defense platforms and systems.
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