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.
Türkiye’s exports to Syria recorded a remarkable increase in 2025. According to official data, exports rose by 69.6% year-on-year, reaching approximately 2.6 billion dollars. The growth is attributed to more institutionalized trade relations, increased investments, and expanded product and market diversity.
In order to strengthen Türkiye’s export capacity and enhance the global competitiveness of exporting companies, a new financing and interest support package has been launched through the cooperation of the Ministry of Trade of Türkiye and Turkish Eximbank.
In Turkey, debates surrounding the use of plant protection products—often conducted under the heading of agriculture and exports—are frequently stripped of their technical context before being presented to the public. Seasonal and mandatory agricultural practices are portrayed through a narrative of "crisis" without sufficient technical explanation; this approach negatively impacts both the producer and the international perception of the country's export brand.
Turkey’s automotive main industry closed 2025 with a strong export performance, reaching an all-time high of $41.5 billion in export value. While total production increased by 4% to 1.42 million units, export revenues grew by 12%, supported by market demand and favorable exchange rate conditions.
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