Türkiye intensifies trade diplomacy with 152 bilateral engagements in H1 2026
The Turkish Trade Ministry conducted 152 meetings with 57 countries during the first half of 2026 to expand export markets and modernize existing trade frameworks. Efforts include updating the Free Trade Agreement with the UK and initiating new negotiations with Canada and Costa Rica, signaling a strategic pivot toward diversifying trade partners.
Score Breakdown
Part of 2 situations
Türkiye Deepens ASEAN Ties, Diversifies Global Trade Partnerships
Türkiye has formally secured sectoral dialogue partner status with ASEAN, confirming a strategic pivot towards Southeast Asian markets and regional security frameworks. Concurrently, the Turkish Trade Ministry conducted 152 bilateral engagements with 57 countries in H1 2026, indicating a broader effort to diversify export markets and modernize trade agreements globally. The practical scope of the ASEAN partnership remains to be defined.