The Forum on the Story of Trade Growing with Culture and Art Held
Trade Minister Ömer Bolat emphasized the value added by culture and art to trade at the forum held at the Atatürk Cultural Center.
Speaking at the Forum on the Story of Trade Growing with Culture and Art held at the Atatürk Cultural Center, Trade Minister Ömer Bolat stated that culture and art add new value to trade, and touched upon the customs enforcement teams' fight against smuggling.
Opening and Significance of the Forum
The Forum on the Story of Trade Growing with Culture and Art was realized at the Atatürk Cultural Center in cooperation with the Ministry of Trade and the Presidential Culture and Art Policies Board.
In his opening speech at the forum, Trade Minister Ömer Bolat emphasized that culture and art are indispensable parts of human life.
Fight Against Historical Artifact Smuggling
Minister Bolat announced that customs enforcement teams carried out 133 seizure incidents in the last 5 years and as of the end of September 2026.
It was reported that thanks to these operations, the smuggling of 80,150 cultural and natural assets abroad was prevented.
Economic Data and Supports
Touching upon Turkey's economic indicators in his speech, Minister Bolat stated that national income and exports have reached significant figures.
In addition, it was shared with the public that support for artisans and cooperatives continues with determination.
Turkish TV Series in the Global Arena
During the meeting, attention was drawn to the international promotion power of culture and art, alongside its commercial dimension.
Minister Bolat emphasized the importance of the promotional power of Turkish TV series in the global arena.