Trade Minister Ömer Bolat: Slovakia supports Turkey on Made in Europe

Trade Minister Ömer Bolat stated at the Go Global Turkey Summit that Slovakia supports Turkey regarding 'Made in Europe'. During the JETCO meeting held with the Slovak delegation, foreign trade volume targets and supply chain cooperation were discussed.

Trade Minister Ömer Bolat attended the Go Global Turkey Summit, jointly organized by DEİK, TAİK, and Endeavor. Drawing attention to Turkey's momentum in the digital technology sector, Bolat stated that Turkey has produced 7 unicorns and 2 deacorns.

As part of economic diplomacy contacts, the first JETCO (Joint Economic and Trade Committee) meeting was held with the delegation headed by Slovak Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Economy/Energy Dr. Denisa Sakova. It was reported that foreign trade between Turkey and Slovakia has increased 4.3-fold over the last 6 years, rising from $1 billion to $4.3 billion, with a target of exceeding the $5 billion threshold by the end of this year or next year.

During the meeting, it was stated that Slovakia supports Turkey on EU platforms and advocates that Turkey should be included in the 'Made in Europe' concept to protect automotive and industrial supply chains.