Turchia
Vai alla Scheda Paese »Sovereignty belongs unconditionally to the people
— Mustafa Kemal Atatürk
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Turkish gov’t vows no tax hikes on cigarettes this year amid inflation concerns
Turkey will not hike taxes on cigarettes in 2017 in a bid to contain inflation, Finance Minister Naci Ağbal told Reuters on June 30, as the government continues to struggle with double-digit growth in annual consumer prices.
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European bank co-finances Istanbul’s metro expansion
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has said it is providing an 88.3 million euro loan to the Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality to finance the expansion of the city’s metro line.
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Turkey’s economic confidence index slips in June
Confidence in Turkey’s economy was lower month-on-month in June, according to official data released on June 29.
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Microsoft vows to continue investments in Turkey
Microsoft will continue to invest in retail sales operations in Turkey in order to establish direct contact with more local consumers, according to a Microsoft Turkey executive.
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Turkish Foreign Ministry condemns Schulz’s remarks on Erdoğan rally in Germany
Turkey’s Foreign Ministry on June 29 condemned remarks by Martin Schulz, the leader of Germany’s Social Democrats (SPD), over a potential rally by President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan who will visit the country as a part of the G-20 summit in Hamburg next week
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Russian tourist arrivals into Turkey skyrocket by 1.384 percent in May
The number of Russian tourists visiting Turkey soared by 1.384 percent in May compared to the same month last year, pushing up total foreign arrivals to the country, official data showed on June 29
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SunExpress starts direct Antalya-Moscow flights
SunExpress, a joint venture between Turkish Airlines and Lufthansa, has started its direct flights between Turkey’s Mediterranean resort Antalya and Moscow, taking its first step into the Russian market.
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The impasses of Turkish foreign policy at first glance
Although more than two months have passed since the controversial referendum on shifting to an executive presidential system, the much-anticipated stability and comfort in Turkey’s internal politics and external relationships are far from visible.
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Turkey bids to lure ‘gold under mattress’ back into economy: Şimşek
The Treasury has completed technical works to issue “gold bonds and gold-based lease certificates” by the end of the year, in an attempt to lure tons of “under-the-pillow” gold back into the economy, Deputy Prime Minister Mehmet Şimşek has said.
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Turkey has sent more than 120 cargo planes of supplies to Qatar: Zeybekci
Turkey has so far sent more than 120 cargo planes of supply to Qatar, Economy Minister Nihat Zeybekci has said.
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Turkey’s youth ministry prepares list of ‘harmful’ digital games, including Guitar Hero, Call of Duty, Pacman
The Youth and Sports Ministry has prepared a list of digital games that contain “harmful” elements for youngsters, raising eyebrows for including popular games like Guitar Hero, Call of Duty and Pacman
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Strong festival with strong sponsors
Thanks to the media, I don’t feel homesick at all in London where I am and have extended my business trip a couple of days due to the holidays. The TV in a café where we were sitting had the BBC on and the subtitles on the screen were about ...
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Turkey calls on Saudi Arabia to respect Turkish base in Qatar
Turkey and Qatar signed a military cooperation agreement that allows the former to establish a base on Qatari soil in line with their sovereign rights, Foreign Minister Mevlüt Çavuşoğlu has said, calling on Saudi Arabia to respect the bilateral deal and to correct the mistake of requesting the closure of ...
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‘Pool system’ to be created for mandatory traffic insurance in Turkey
Some companies have been avoiding issuing policies for high risk groups of vehicles after a ceiling price was imposed on compulsory traffic insurance, Deputy Prime Minister Mehmet Şimşek has stated, adding that a “Risky Insurance Pool” will be created to distribute premiums and damages to all companies for a resolution ...
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91% of adult population participates in cultural activity
91% of Malta’s adult population participated in a cultural activity according to new statistics on cultural participation in 2016 released by Arts Council Malta. The population survey carried out by the National Statistics Office in collaboration with the Valletta 2018 Foundation gives a statistical snapshot of several characteristics associated with the involvement of people ...
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EU leaders boost support for Libya to halt migrant exodus
European Union leaders pledged today to boost their support for conflict-ravaged Libya as the number of people fleeing Africa on crowded, unsafe boats for better lives in Europe continues to rise.European Council President Donald Tusk said the central Mediterranean Sea route to Italy for unauthorized migrants "remains critical in terms ...
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Foreign direct investment in Turkey hits $765 million in April
Turkey attracted $765 million in foreign direct investment (FDI) in April 2017, the Economy Ministry said on June 22
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Saudis top foreign property buyers in Turkey in May
The number of residential properties sold to foreigners in Turkey surged by 10.1 percent year-on-year in May, the Turkish Statistical Institute (TÜİK) revealed on June 23, with Saudi Arabian citizens topping the buyers list
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New decree law in Turkey imposes military service on terror convicts
Individuals found to be members of terrorist organizations or in relation to terror organizations may be sent to perform military service immediately, according to a new decree law issued by the Turkish government under the ongoing state of emergency
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EU leaders set to boost support for Libya to halt migrant exodus
European Union leaders are set Friday to boost their support for conflict-ravaged Libya as the number of people fleeing Africa from there for better lives in Europe continues to rise.At a summit in Brussels, the leaders will commit to step up their backing for the Libyan coast guard to stop ...
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Turkish exports to Qatar have tripled from their normal levels since boycotting by Arab countries: Minister
Turkish exports to Qatar have tripled from their normal levels to $32.5 million since four Arab countries began boycotting the Gulf state on June 5, Turkey’s Customs and Trade Minister Bülent Tüfenkçi said late on June 22