Türkiye hits record $390 billion in exports for 2025
Türkiye's exports have surged to an unprecedented $390 billion, marking a historic peak for the nation. This milestone, announced as the country celebrates its 102nd anniversary, is driven by a powerful shift towards high-value industrial and technological goods. The performance solidifies Türkiye's position as the OECD's second-fastest-growing economy, with its GDP expanding fivefold since 2002.
Türkiye has achieved a landmark economic performance, with its total exports reaching a record $390 billion in 2025. The Trade Ministry attributed this historic success to the resilience of Turkish businesses and a strategic pivot towards high-value products, moving far beyond the agricultural-based economy of the past.
A Century of Economic Transformation
The figures highlight a dramatic transformation. From a global export share of just 0.55% in 2002, Türkiye now commands 1.07% of world trade. The ministry's statement noted, "This success represents the quality, competitiveness, and taste of Turkish goods and services," underscoring that exports to 53 countries now each exceed $1 billion. The European Union remains a critical market, with exports hitting a record $115.1 billion in 2024.
Shift to High-Tech and Industry
The structure of Turkish exports has fundamentally evolved. Industrial products now constitute 94.2% of all exports, a massive leap from 21.2% in 1969. A key indicator of this advancement is the rising share of medium-high- and high-technology products in the manufacturing export basket, which reached 41% in 2024, signaling a stronger, more innovative industrial base.
Sustained Growth and Global Ranking
This export boom is part of a broader economic narrative. With an average annual growth rate of 5.4% from 2000 to 2024, Türkiye is the second-fastest-growing economy in the OECD. The nation's GDP has skyrocketed to $1.36 trillion, lifting the country to 17th place globally and significantly increasing GDP per capita, which has more than doubled against the OECD average based on purchasing power parity.
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