bilaterals.org logo
bilaterals.org logo

Türkiye


Türkiye, UK target major trade expansion with upgraded free trade deal
Türkiye and the United Kingdom are preparing to significantly expand bilateral trade, with expectations that an upgraded free trade agreement could boost total trade volume to $70 billion in the coming years, according to industry representatives.
Türkiye–Hong Kong investment agreement enters into force
The law approving the agreement between Türkiye and the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of the People’s Republic of China on the reciprocal promotion and protection of investments has been published in the Official Gazette and has entered into force.
Turkey says free-trade talks with GCC are underway
Turkey is pursuing free trade talks with the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), trade minister Omer Bolat has said.
Türkiye, UK advance trade pact talks as 3rd round held in Ankara
The United Kingdom and Türkiye completed the third round of negotiations on an Enhanced Free Trade Agreement, with talks held in Ankara during the week beginning November 17, 2025.
Indonesia seeks expansion of preferential trade agreement with Turkey
Indonesia is pushing to expand the scope of the Indonesia-Turkey Preferential Trade Agreement (IT-PTA) as a stepping stone towards a comprehensive economic partnership. Turkey, meanwhile, suggested exploring collaboration in construction, particularly as Indonesia develops its new capital, Nusantara.
Türkiye, Egypt move forward on expanding D-8 Preferential Trade Agreement
Trade Minister Omer Bolat announced that Türkiye and member states took “important and concrete steps” toward strengthening and expanding the D-8 Preferential Trade Agreement (PTA) during his visit to Egypt.
Türkiye and Bosnia sign updated trade pact as commerce exceeds $1 billion
Türkiye and Bosnia and Herzegovina signed an updated trade agreement to streamline customs procedures between the two countries.
Kenya seeks Turkish apparel investment as AGOA in limbo
With the future of the US African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) in limbo, Kenya is seeking to diversify its export markets by attracting Turkish textile and garment manufacturers.
Türkiye, UK complete 2nd round of talks on upgrading FTA
Türkiye and the UK are set to hold a third round of negotiations after the second in September to reach a "next-generation" and comprehensive free trade agreement to replace the existing one since 2021.
Canada’s Alamos exits Türkiye, sells 3 gold mines to Nurol for $470M
As part of the agreement, arbitration proceedings brought by Alamos’s Netherlands subsidiaries against the Republic of Türkiye under the Netherlands–Türkiye Bilateral Investment Treaty will remain suspended.
Syrian-Turkish talks on roadmap for strategic economic and trade partnership
The Turkish Minister noted significant progress was achieved to establish a new comprehensive economic partnership agreement aimed at integrating the Turkish and Syrian economies
Türkiye wins $30M arbitration case over Italian Enel’s revoked solar license
Türkiye has prevailed in an international arbitration case brought by Italian energy giant Enel S.p.A. over the 2022 cancellation of a pre-license for a solar power plant in the southwestern province of Isparta, the country’s energy regulator announced on Friday.
Türkiye, UK conclude 1st round of free trade agreement negotiations
Updated FTA to include new provisions for trade in agricultural products, services and investments as next round of talks to be held by end of 2025, Türkiye’s Trade Ministry says
Malaysia continues to forge trade, investment ties with global strategic partners, says Tengku Zafrul
The Trade Minister said their discussions covered various strategic initiatives, from the review of free trade agreements, including the Malaysia-Australia Free Trade Agreement and the Malaysia-Pakistan Closer Economic Partnership Agreement.
Morocco to review Turkey trade deal over expanding deficit, sources say
Morocco is planning to review its trade agreement with Turkey and push for more Turkish investment to offset an expanding trade deficit driven largely by Turkish fabric imports.
Türkiye, UK to begin free trade agreement renewal talks in July: Trade Minister
The first round of negotiations to modernize the free trade agreement between Türkiye and the United Kingdom is scheduled to begin in July, Türkiye’s Trade Minister Omer Bolat announced.
Uzbekistan wins $700 million arbitration case against Turkish textile company
All claims made by Türkiye’s Bursel were dismissed. Moreover, the claimants were ordered to reimburse Uzbekistan for its arbitration expenses.
Türkiye-Japan economic partnership deal under negotiation, says Turkish trade minister
A Türkiye-Japan economic partnership agreement seeking to reduce the imbalance in bilateral trade is still under negotiation, the Turkish trade minister said.
Bolat: Turkey seeks comprehensive economic partnership agreement with Syria
“We expressed Turkey’s willingness to negotiate a comprehensive economic partnership agreement with Syria in the new phase and our readiness for these negotiations,” said Turkish Trade Minister.
Türkiye, gulf countries hold third round of $2T free trade talks
The third round of free trade agreement negotiations between Türkiye and the Gulf Cooperation Council was held in Ankara, according to a statement from the Turkish Ministry of Trade.