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Potential New Steps in Cooperation Targeting the Top Five in Rare Earth Elements

Following the second largest rare earth element resort’s discovery in Eskişehir, Türkiye has emerged as a strategic partner for the West in the search for alternatives to China. The country aims to play a game-changing role in the global supply chain and become one of the world’s top five producers.

Customs Union Reform and Visa Facilitations to Strengthen Trade

The President of the Istanbul Chamber of Commerce (ICOC) stated that visa procedures have become one of the main obstacles to trade between Türkiye and Europe. Emphasizing the long delays in Schengen visa applications, Şekib Avdagiç noted that single-entry and short-term visas significantly restrict business mobility. He underlined that expanding fast-track and multiple-entry visa practices would create strong momentum for trade, investment, and entrepreneurship.

2026 Projection Reaching US $15 Billion

4 Sectors Attracting Foreign Investment

A Real Alternative to Financial Systems

The New Center of Islamic Finance

Air - Sea - Land and Rail Junction Point of Global Trade

Investments spanning air cargo, land and railway corridors, modern port infrastructure and border gates have turned Türkiye into a strategic logistics hub connecting Europe, Asia and the Middle East.

A Reliable Partner in Energy

While Europe’s industrial activities were disrupted by the natural gas crisis, Türkiye emerged as a reliable country for this critical resource thanks to its energy investments and diversification policy. Expanding its seismic operations from the Black Sea and the Mediterranean to the oceans, Türkiye aims to integrate its energy supply into the economy through a wide range of investments, from nuclear power to solar energy, as well as through bilateral agreements signed with many countries.

Supply Hub for Global Brands

World-leading companies have been finding their suppliers through the Istanbul Subcontract Exchange. Founded 36 years ago under the Istanbul Chamber of Commerce (ICOC) with the support of the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO), the Exchange has been creating new business opportunities by bringing together major local and international companies with subcontractors.

Europe’s Largest Additional Exhibition Investment

Istanbul Shifting into High Gear

40 Fairs in Istanbul Chamber of Commerce's (ICOC) Agenda

Istanbul Chamber of Commerce (ICOC) has been taking Turkish companies to global fairs for 65 years. The Chamber’s agenda has already covered 40 fairs to be organized in 18 countries in 2026. Through attending such prestigious fairs organized across the globe, ICOC identifies the route of exports while introducing global cooperation opportunities.

Türkiye Steps Up A Gear in Green Transformation

Türkiye has accelerated its efforts toward green transformation in the manufacturing industry. The steps to be taken in the 2026-2028 period have been defined in parallel with the implementation of transformation and support programmes for businesses. Key initiatives include the establishment of the Türkiye Emissions Trading System (TR ETS), alignment with the European Union’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), and harmonization with the European Green Deal.

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AUTOMECHANIKA RIYADH 2026

AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRY EQUIPMENT AND MATERIALS, AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRY AFTER-SALES PRODUCTS AND SERVICES, BATTERIES AND ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS, LUBRICATION EQUIPMENT, SPARE PARTS AND TIRES

IFAT 2026

ON-BOARD EQUIPMENT, CITY CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE SERVICES, PURIFICATION SYSTEMS, WASTEWATER, HYDRAULIC ENGINEERING, RECYCLING, SOLID WASTE SYSTEMS AND MANAGEMENT, PUMP, MEASUREMENT AND CONTROL

ZEPS 2026

GENERAL TRADE

FOOD2CHINA 2026

FOOD,BEVERAGE

139th CANTON FAIR PHASE 3

GENERAL TRADE

SIAL PARIS 2026

GENERAL FOOD, BISCUITS, CHOCOLATE AND CONFECTIONERY, FROZEN FOOD, MEAT AND POULTRY, FOOD EQUIPMENT AND TECHNOLOGIES, BEVERAGES, LEGUMES, FRUIT AND VEGETABLES, ORGANIC FOOD, MILK AND DAIRY PRODUCTS

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