Top 5 Countries to which Turkey Exports the Most

In Turkey's foreign trade, export destinations play an important role in the country's economic growth. As of 2023, Turkey's top export destinations are listed below. This ranking is based on the most recent data from the Turkish Statistical Institute (TurkStat) and the Ministry of Trade.

1. Germany: Turkey's Largest Export Market

Germany continues to be Turkey's largest export market. In 2023, Turkey exported approximately 21.1 billion dollars worth of goods to Germany. This constitutes a significant portion of Turkey's total exports. Exports to Germany are diversified across many sectors, notably automotive, machinery and electronics. Turkey's trade with Germany is further strengthened by the presence of a large Turkish labor force.

2. Italy: Europe's Strongest Economy

Italy stands out as Turkey's second largest export destination. As of 2023, Turkey exported approximately 13.6 billion dollars worth of goods to Italy. Automotive, machinery, chemical and food products make up the bulk of exports to Italy. Turkey's trade relations with Italy are growing rapidly thanks to cooperation with the European powerhouse economy.

3. United States of America (USA): Center of Global Trade

The US is Turkey's third largest export market. In 2023, Turkey exported approximately 14.8 billion dollars worth of goods to the US. Exports to the US mainly consist of automotive, textile, electronic products and defense industry products. The large size of the US market increases the demand for Turkish products and Turkey's share in the US market is growing every year.

4. Iraq: Important Trade Partner of the Middle East

Iraq is one of Turkey's most important export markets in the Middle East. In 2023, Turkey exported approximately 11.4 billion dollars worth of goods to Iraq. Most of Turkey's exports to Iraq consist of construction materials, textiles and food. Iraq has a strategic importance in terms of opening up the Middle East market for Turkish companies.

5. United Kingdom: Strong Trade Relations

The United Kingdom ranks as Turkey's fifth largest export destination. As of 2023, Turkey exported approximately 10.8 billion dollars to the United Kingdom. Turkish textile products, automotive and electronic devices constitute the major items of exports to the UK. Trade between the UK and Turkey has increased especially after Brexit.

As of 2023, Turkey's top export destinations were Germany, Italy, the US, Iraq and the United Kingdom. Strong trade relations with these countries contribute to the growth of the Turkish economy and increase Turkey's competitiveness in the global market. The diversification of Turkey's exports and the creation of new markets contribute significantly to the sustainability of the country's economic growth.