2024-March-15

The World Health Organization (WHO) has released a report stating that the average life expectancy in Turkey has risen to 78.6 years. This marks a significant increase from previous years. The report revealed that women in Turkey have a life expectancy of 81.3 years, while men have a life expectancy of 75.9 years.

2024-March-15

In a statement released on Tuesday, the Saudi Tourism Ministry revealed that it has extended its e-visa program to six additional countries, allowing nationals from those nations to apply for visas online before travelling. The move is part of a broader effort to encourage tourism in Saudi Arabia and make it easier for nationals from selected countries to enter.

2024-February-08

Positioned as a dynamic and progressive nation, Turkey has continually directed substantial investments towards its burgeoning technology sector over the years. From an initial industrial export value of $20 billion in the early 2000s, Turkey has remarkably surged, expanding its industrial exports exponentially to a formidable $200 billion.

2024-February-02

Throughout the 2000s, the commercial relationship between Turkey and Norway has experienced a significant upswing, marked by a robust expansion in mutual foreign trade. This upward trajectory reached a noteworthy milestone in 2008 when the bilateral trade volume surpassed the 1 billion-dollar mark for the first time.

2024-January-30

In the dynamic landscape of global economic collaborations, the bilateral relationship between Switzerland and Turkey has witnessed significant growth over the years. As of the latest data provided by the Central Bank, approximately 1,000 companies backed by Swiss capital are actively contributing to Turkey's economic landscape.

2024-January-22

SunExpress increased capacity and added over 2,000 flights to Turkey to meet strong demand during the longer 2023 tourism season. This helped the carrier exceed its passenger target for total numbers in 2023. CEO, Max Kownatzki, told reporters that SunExpress flew almost 10 million passengers from January to September, an all-time high.

2024-January-22

Turkey recently announced the "12th Development Plan" – which will be a school performance evaluation process. The main aim is to assess where there could be limited progress being made by pupils in schools that have displayed diminished levels in terms of development, so that suitable action can be taken.

2024-January-17

According to official figures recently released, Turkey's tourist industry generated an all-time high revenue in the third quarter of 2023 thanks to a spike in international arrivals. This indicates that the country is almost certain to surpass its record year-end targets.

2024-January-17

Official data indicates that in the first nine months of last year, the number of passengers arriving in Turkey via cruise ships exceeded one million, confirming the robust tourism season that is expected to conclude at a new all-time high.

2024-January-16

United States remains a significant player in Turkey's economic growth, ranking as the second-largest investing country with a substantial $1.1 billion investment in 2021. Data provided by the Investment Office of the Presidency of the Republic of Turkey highlights a noteworthy 87% increase in foreign direct investment (FDI) inflows to Turkey during the first 11 months of 2021.

2024-January-16

In a significant economic milestone, the trade cooperation between China and Turkey has surged to $23.6 billion, positioning China as Turkey's third-largest trade partner, following Russia and Germany. The noteworthy increase in Chinese investments in Turkey, reaching an impressive 120%, underscores the strengthening economic ties between the two nations.

2024-January-11

Over the period spanning from 2002 to August 2023, South Korea has played a pivotal role in Turkey's economic landscape through Foreign Direct Investment (FDI). Official figures report a noteworthy FDI amounting to 1.4 billion USD during this period, marking a substantial contribution to the Turkish economy.

2024-January-11

In recent years, the economic collaboration between Japan and Turkey has reached new heights, exemplified by the presence of 257 Japanese companies operating in Turkey, and reciprocally, four Turkish companies making their mark in Japan.

2024-January-04

In the year 2021, the United Kingdom invested a substantial £8.9 billion in Turkey, marking a noteworthy increase of £1.8 billion compared to the previous year, 2020. This surge reflects a 25.6% growth in the UK's Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) stock in Turkey.

2024-January-04

In the dynamic landscape of international business, Spanish foreign direct investment (FDI) has significantly contributed to Turkey's economic growth, with a remarkable total of $11 billion USD pouring into the country over the past decade. This substantial inflow underscores the robust economic ties between Spain and Turkey, fostering a mutually beneficial relationship.

2023-December-29

Announced in the country’s Official Gazette on Saturday in a presidential decree, Turkey has lifted visa requirements for citizens of six new countries including the United States, Canada, the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, and Oman.

2023-December-28

Since 2003, Turkey has emerged as a formidable force in the global investment landscape, securing nearly USD 240 billion in Foreign Direct Investment (FDI). Notably, a substantial portion of this influx, totalling USD 62.5 billion, has found its way into Turkey’s dynamic real estate industry.

2023-November-01

Turkey's efforts to promote the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) have been gaining momentum. Mustafa Yılmaz, the head of Turkey's Energy Market Regulatory Authority (EPDK), announced that the total number of charging points in the country has exceeded 8,800 and is growing at an impressive pace.

2023-November-01

The Turkish Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure has recently announced an exciting news for train enthusiasts and nature lovers alike. The "Touristic Eastern Express" on the Ankara-Kars route, which is considered one of the most breathtaking train routes in the world, will now be available three times a week starting from December.

2023-October-30

Cappadocia, a region located in central Turkey, is a fascinating destination that offers a unique blend of natural beauty, history, and culture. In the period from January to September, museums and archaeological sites in Cappadocia hosted 3,053,827 visitors, up from 2,544,909 visitors in the same period in 2022.

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