This chapter contains useful information for visitors to Turkey, including visa requirements, listings of recommended hotel, and contact information for foreign missions, travel agencies, hospitals and other important institutions. It also contains features pieces exploring the history of Istanbul’s famed Maiden’s Tower and the Aegean island getaway of Bozcaada.
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Chapter | Capital Markets from The Report: Turkey 2015
Turkey’s stock exchange, Borsa Istanbul (BIST), had a bumper year in 2014. It was the fifth-best-performing exchange globally, with the BIST 100 index rising by 26% and closing at a record year-end high. While the early months of 2015 were more muted, the appeal of the exchange and many of its listed stocks to investors is still strong. Turkey’s equity and bond markets felt the impact of...
Throughout 2014 Turkey had to shoulder its fair share of international financial turbulence, especially in terms of currency volatility. However, despite investor concerns, the country has largely retained its appeal and long-term growth potential, provided appropriate structural reforms are enacted. The past decade has seen the economy thrive. A young and growing population and a...
Articles & Analysis | Turkey's construction sector driving growth in mining and construction machinery and equipment from The Report: Turkey 2015
Turkey has spent the last decade trying to maximise the potential of its geographical position and ability to expand its economy with export-led growth. While this has been hampered by a heavy dependence on imports and a bulging current account deficit, the country has made great strides in growing trade and diversifying markets.
Articles & Analysis | Turkey records strong economic growth in last decade from The Report: Turkey 2015
Many have hailed Turkey’s notable development performance over the past decade, and for good reason. The country averaged 5.4% growth between 2003 and 2013, one of the highest rates in the world. This was accompanied by drops in joblessness and poverty, as well as gains in school enrolment, home-ownership and life expectancy.
Interviews & Viewpoints | Richard Moore, UK Ambassador to Turkey: Interview from The Report: Turkey 2015
From an economic standpoint, how does the UK view the importance of its relationship with Turkey?