Turkey, a transcontinental country located at the crossroads of Europe and Asia, has been experiencing significant economic growth in recent years.
In the year 2023, Turkey is expected to continue its upward trend in exports and maintain its position as one of the top exporters in the world. Currently, Turkey ranks as the 27th largest exporter globally, with a total export value of $177 billion in 2021. With a steady growth rate of over 5% each year, it is estimated that by 2023, Turkey's export rank will climb up to at least within the top 20 countries.
The gross domestic product (GDP) is used as a measure of economic growth in any given country. It represents the market value of all final goods produced within a country in a given period. For Turkey,the GDP has been increasing steadily since early 2000s when it was only $231 billion; by end this year it’ll be around $1 trillion dollars according to World Bank data. By year end-2022, Turkey's GDP is expected to continue its upward trend and reach approximately $1.5 trillion by 2023.
Turkey's total export value in 2018 was $168 billion. This number is projected to reach $250 billion by 2023, representing a substantial growth of nearly 50%
Turkey's top exports include machinery and mechanical appliances, textiles and clothing, vehicles and transportation equipment, iron and steel products, electrical machinery and appliances, among others. In terms of destination countries for these exports, Germany remains Turkey’s biggest trading partner followed by Iraq and United Kingdom. However,in recent years there has been a significant rise in trade between China and Turkey making China one of the top trading partners for Turkish goods.
Istanbul, the country's largest city, is also the top business hub in Turkey. It serves as an important trade gateway for Europe and the Middle East, making it a prime location for businesses to thrive. Other major business cities in Turkey include Ankara, Izmir, Bursa, Gaziantep, Kocaeli and Antalya. These cities are known for their industrial strength and play a significant role in driving Turkey's economy forward. With a growing population and increasing investments, these cities are poised to become even more prominent business centers in the coming years.