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The Geopolitician

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Turkey · Country watch

Turkey's Export Record, EPDK Rule Change

Turkey sets a new export record; EPDK revises electricity market rules, impacting energy operations.

· · 14 sources

The picture Mixed

Turkey's business environment shows mixed signals: a record export performance boosts trade, while new electricity regulations and a catering sector probe introduce operational challenges.

In this briefing Energy Market Regulatory Authority · EPDK · Competition Authority · Turkey · Turkish Exporters Assembly

Regulation

  • Energy

EPDK revises electricity market regulations

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The Energy Market Regulatory Authority (EPDK) has implemented new regulations affecting various aspects of the electricity market, including storage, collateral requirements, licensing, and payment criteria. These changes are now in effect, according to Yeni Safak. The adjustments aim to streamline operations and enhance efficiency in the electricity sector.

Impact Energy operators must comply with new storage and licensing rules, affecting operational procedures.

Sources: Yeni Safak ↗, haber7.com ↗

  • Public sector
  • Retail

Competition Authority investigates 10 catering firms

Turkey's Competition Authority has launched an investigation into 10 catering companies suspected of colluding in public procurement tenders, according to Radikal-Rss. The preliminary investigation found evidence suggesting violations of competition law, potentially causing financial harm to public institutions.

Impact Public-sector procurement processes face scrutiny, affecting catering service contracts.

Sources: Radikal-Rss (Son Dakika) ↗, milatgazetesi.COM ↗

Disruption

Nothing significant reported today.

Internal tension

Nothing significant reported today.

Safety & health

Nothing significant reported today.

Companies

Nothing significant reported today.

Markets

Nothing significant reported today.

Trade

  • Agriculture
  • Manufacturing
  • Logistics

Turkey's exports hit record $211 billion in 9 months

Turkey's exports reached a record $211 billion from January to September 2026, marking a 5.2% increase compared to the previous year, according to haber7.com. The fresh fruit and vegetable sector led the growth with a 42% increase in exports. This surge reflects strong performance across 18 out of 26 sectors.

Impact Exporters in agriculture and manufacturing benefit from increased demand, boosting revenue.

Sources: haber7.com ↗, milatgazetesi.COM ↗

Politics

Nothing significant reported today.

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