Turkey focuses on green transition in trade

Turkey's Green Reconciliation Working Group, which was formed under the leadership of the Ministry of Commerce, will intensify its activities in order to remove barriers to foreign trade and ensure the green transformation of companies.

The steps to be taken towards the green transformation in Turkey are important not only in terms of preserving its integration with the European Union but also in terms of both protecting and improving the country's competitiveness in exports, its position in value chains, and its share in international direct investments.

The Customs Union will act as an important anchor to prepare Turkey for the green transformation in world trade and the economy. The free movement of goods provided in industrial products between Turkey and the EU, harmonization of technical legislation and common foundations in quality infrastructure will provide significant advantages compared to many third countries for the rapid adaptation of the country to the Green Deal.

While the fight against climate change has become an important part of not only the economic and trade policies of countries but also the visions of international companies, almost all of the leading international companies have made commitments to decarbonize their value chains.

The circular on the "Green Reconciliation Action Plan" was prepared by the Trade Ministry and ensures the forming of the "Green Reconciliation Working Group" to monitor the implementation of the action plan and make the necessary coordination possible.

Following the adoption of the directive, specialized working groups will be established according to the needs on sectoral/specific issues such as sustainable agriculture, steel, textiles, aluminum, cement and plastics/chemicals as...