Turkey's Exports Reach Record $273.4 Billion in 2025, Driven by Europe and High-Tech Sectors

Ankara | EcoPulse24

Turkey's exports reached a record $273.4 billion in 2025, marking a 4.5% increase over 2024, according to data from the Turkish Exporters Assembly. This sustained expansion, ongoing since 2021, reflects improved competitiveness and a growing presence in global markets, despite international economic fluctuations.

Germany remained Turkey's top export destination in 2025 with $19.8 billion (up 9.57%), followed by the UK ($14.2 billion) and the US ($13.2 billion), underlining diversified trade ties across Europe and North America.

The Ministry of Trade reported that high- and medium-high technology exports reached $112 billion, a 10.8% rise, making up 43.5% of manufacturing exports. Key sectors included aerospace, defense, automotive, medical products, computers, and electrical equipment, indicating a shift from traditional goods to higher value-added exports.

Traditional sectors also performed strongly: hazelnut exports brought in $2.256 billion, while ship and yacht exports hit a record $2.243 billion (up 17.4%).

Exports to neighboring countries totaled $28.4 billion in 2025 (up 4.6%), with Iraq as the largest partner ($10.3 billion for 11 months). Notably, exports to Syria surged 54.2% following the country's stabilization and reopening to Turkish trade.

November 2025 saw monthly exports of $22.7 billion and imports of $30.5 billion, resulting in a trade deficit of $7.8 billion. Germany, the US, and the UK were the top destinations that month.

Comparative data for 2024 show total exports at $261.9 billion, with Europe accounting for 57.1% ($149.5 billion) and North America for 7.5%. High-tech exports in 2024 were around $101 billion, rising to $112 billion in 2025.

EcoPulse24 analysis: The 2025 export record signals a significant structural transformation in Turkey's economy, with growth increasingly driven by technology and value-added sectors. Continued momentum in 2026 will depend on supply chain stability, monetary policy, and Turkey's ability to maintain competitiveness amid global challenges.