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Population as of 2020: 84.34 million 17 of 193
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Region: Middle East
Nominal G.D.P. in 2024: $1.32 trillion 17 of 193
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Top Exports
Turkey exported roughly **$255–260 billion in goods in 2024**, with a diversified structure centered on **manufacturing—especially vehicles, machinery, textiles, and metals—plus some agricultural and refined energy exports**. | Rank | Export Category | Notes | | ---- | -------------------------------------- | --------------------------------------------- | | 1 | **Vehicles (cars, trucks, parts)** | Largest export sector; strong EU integration. | | 2 | **Machinery (industrial equipment)** | Engines, appliances, industrial machinery. | | 3 | **Iron & steel products** | Major global supplier. | | 4 | **Electrical machinery & electronics** | Consumer electronics and components. | | 5 | **Textiles (yarn, fabrics)** | Traditional export strength. | | 6 | **Apparel (garments)** | Knit and non-knit clothing exports. | | 7 | **Plastics & plastic articles** | Industrial materials. | | 8 | **Chemicals** | Petrochemicals and industrial chemicals. | | 9 | **Food & agricultural products** | Fruits, vegetables, processed foods. | | 10 | **Refined petroleum products** | Limited but present. | Key individual export products (by value) | Rank | Product | Estimated Value (USD) | | ---- | ---------------------------------------------------------- | --------------------- | | 11 | **Passenger vehicles** | ~$25–35 billion | | 12 | **Motor vehicle parts & accessories** | ~$20–30 billion | | 13 | **Household appliances (refrigerators, washing machines)** | ~$15–25 billion | | 14 | **Industrial machinery** | ~$15–25 billion | | 15 | **Iron & steel products** | ~$15–25 billion | | 16 | **Apparel (garments)** | ~$15–25 billion | | 17 | **Textiles (fabrics, yarn)** | ~$10–20 billion | | 18 | **Plastic products** | ~$10–15 billion | | 19 | **Fruits & vegetables (citrus, tomatoes, etc.)** | ~$5–10 billion | | 20 | **Jewelry (gold products)** | ~$10–15 billion | Key Takeaways * **Manufacturing-led economy:** Turkey exports mainly **industrial goods and consumer manufactures**, not raw materials. * **Strong automotive sector:** Vehicles and parts are the **largest export category**. * **Textiles & apparel remain important:** A long-standing strength in global markets. * **EU integration:** Much of Turkey’s exports are tied to **European supply chains**. Top Importers of Turkey’s Exports | Rank | Country | Notes | | ---- | ------------------ | ------------------------------------------------------------- | | 1 | **Germany** | Largest partner; vehicles, machinery, textiles. | | 2 | **United States** | Vehicles, machinery, steel, and consumer goods. | | 3 | **United Kingdom** | Automotive products, textiles, and appliances. | | 4 | **Italy** | Machinery, vehicles, and industrial goods. | | 5 | **Iraq** | Regional trade; food, construction materials, consumer goods. | | 6 | **France** | Vehicles, machinery, and textiles. | | 7 | **Spain** | Automotive products and industrial goods. | | 8 | **Netherlands** | Logistics hub; re-exports across Europe. | | 9 | **Poland** | Growing EU partner; machinery and industrial goods. | | 10 | **Russia** | Energy-related trade and manufactured goods. | Key Patterns * **EU dominates**: * Most top partners are **European countries**, reflecting strong integration with EU markets. * **Germany is #1**: * Deep industrial ties make Germany Turkey’s largest export destination. * **Regional markets matter**: * Countries like **Iraq** are important for **consumer goods and construction exports**. * **Global diversification**: * The **U.S. and Russia** are significant non-European markets.
