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The American-Turkish Council (ATC) aims to promote investments and trade between the United States and Turkey. The organization hosts many trade events and conferences throughout the year. These activities include business, cultural, and government affairs. The resource also provides current news and information regarding upcoming events.
Building Markets is an organization that builds markets, creates jobs, and sustains peace in developing countries by connecting local entrepreneurs to business opportunities. The site provides business portals for Afghanistan, Haiti, Liberia, Jordan, Lebanon, Mozambique, Myanmar (Burma), Timor-Leste, and Turkey. Relevant news, media coverage, and market overview coverage for specific countries are also available on the site.
The Emerging Market Global Players (EMGP) project, a collaborative effort led by the Columbia Center on Sustainable Investment, ranks multinational enterprises in emerging markets according to the level of foreign assets held. The project also works to strengthen international investment by providing educational services, policy analysis, as well as tools and resources through extensive research. Reports are listed by country and can be downloaded in PDF.
The Turkey Competitiveness Report, published by the World Economic Forum, provides a comprehensive overview of the country’s current competitiveness landscape in a European context, highlighting strengths and problematic areas. The publication explores issues such as infrastructure, public institutions, environmental sustainability, business sophistication, foreign direct investment, and innovation for productivity growth.
The Central Bank of the Republic of Turkey (TCMB or CBRT) carries out open market operations, protects the international value of the Turkish lira, and manages the gold and foreign exchange reserves. It aims to support the growth and employment policies of the Turkish government. The site provides information on the country's market operation, payment system, and statistics.
The Banking Regulation and Supervision Authority (BRSA) is responsible for the oversight and regulation of the banking sector of the Turkish financial services industry. The site contains legislation, statistics, and publications.
Borsa Istanbul is the only Turkish stock exchange. This website contains information such as market indices, archived market data, publications, trends, and current news. It also includes the former stock exchange as well as the gold and derivatives exchanges of Turkey.
Business Opportunities from Turkey (BOFT) is hosted by the Union of Chambers and Commodity Exchanges of Turkey (TOBB). This site lists thousands of trade leads within the county for exporting and importing.
The Capital Markets Board (CMB) of Turkey is charged with the oversight and regulation of the capital markets sector of the financial services industry within Turkey. The site contains laws, a list of institutions, and resources specifically for investors.
The Directorate General of Press and Information is the institution of the Turkish government that provides news information to the general public, as well as maintains and organizes relations with the domestic and foreign media organizations. The website provides Turkish press reviews categorized by date. It also links to major Turkish press websites, such as news agencies, newspapers, periodicals, television, and radio stations.
The Hürriyet Daily News provides users with articles and information on Turkey's major financial, economic, and business happenings. Although the current edition is accessible for free, a subscription is required to access the archives and other advanced features.
Invest in Turkey is a comprehensive compilation of information for investors interested in Turkey. The site provides details regarding investment opportunities, legislative framework, and living in Turkey.
The Republic of Turkey's Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry is the official government agency in charge of the food and beverage and agriculture industries. This site contains educational videos, reports, and statistics for farmers, consumers, and investors. It also provides access to the industries' laws, procedures, and regulations. The website is also available in Turkish.
The Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs provides basic facts and info relating to Turkey. It is also a source of business information, foreign trade policy and regulation, economic information, and information on regulations and multilateral conventions.
The Ministry of Health (MOH) regulates medical institutes and their infrastructures. The MOH also provides simple access to information regarding public health, potential health threats, and the prevention of diseases. The ministry also promotes health research and investments. Only available with limited English translation.
The Ministry of Science, Industry and Technology of Turkey implements industrial policies concerning products, enforces research and development in regards to science and technology, enforces fair competition, encourages technological innovation, implements safeguards, and promotes cooperation among industries. The site is only available in Turkish.
The Ministry of Trade of the Republic of Turkey provides information about the structure of Turkey's economy as well as trade opportunities. Information on exporting to Turkey is also provided on the site. Other features include trade statistics and a listing of trade events in Turkey.
The Turkish Ministry of Treasury and Finance publishes a variety of statistics regarding areas such as the public sector, debt statistics, financial system statistics, and investment. Data is presented in Excel files.
The official Turkish government web portal offers day-to-day information on the actions of the president, activities of the government, press releases, speeches, and projects that the government may be working on.
The Scientific and Technological Research Council of Turkey (TÜBİTAK) is the leading agency for management, funding, and research in Turkey. The mission is to advance science and technology by researching projects carried out in private and public organizations, conducting research on strategic areas, and developing support programs for science research. The TÜBİTAK site contains information about the council itself in regard to funds, scholarships, and research and development activities. Users can also find announcements, publications, and information about science olympiads and fairs on this website.
The Turkish Atomic Energy Authority (TAEK) is responsible for the oversight and regulation of atomic energy use within Turkey. This site contains a listing of all international agreements Turkey is involved with as well as resources and publications produced by the TAEK.
The Turkish Radio and Television Supreme Council (RTUK) regulates radio and TV broadcasts, ensuring the appropriateness and efficiency of broadcasts. RTUK also handles technological innovations and strives to improve the media sector.
The Turkish Statistical Institute presents economic and financial statistical data. The site also provides links to recent projects with significant statistical information. It offers an extensive informatics database as well as relevant statistical indices.
The Turkish Industry and Business Association (TUSIAD) presents a platform for the discussion of a wide range of subjects on developments in Turkey and in the world. It is compiled by leading academics, business professionals, specialists, and politicians. Publications and reports on business issues in Turkey are available on this site.
TurkishExporter.net provides a business directory for manufacturing and exporting companies. Membership is required for more valuable information (such as trade leads) and to view more details.
The Union of Chambers of Commerce and Commodity Exchanges of Turkey (TOBB) strives to provide and support the unity and solidarity between chambers and commodity exchanges. It also develops the trade and industry sector in Turkey. The website publishes statistical data and provides industry-specific information.