A deepening of the customs union with Turkey is imminent. German companies could also benefit from this when expanding into other regions. Relations between the European Union and Turkey could hardly be more complex. The signs are currently pointing to progress again. On Thursday and Friday, the heads of government want to pave the way for a deepened customs union at their summit. Turkey has met the EU, for example, on issues of regional peculiarities. Such a step would be of great importance for the German economy in Turkey. “We believe that a deeper understanding is necessary,” said Steven Young, CEO of Bosch in Turkey and President of the German-Turkish Council for Economic Exchange in the Turkish foreign trade association Deik. “An expansion of the customs union paves the way for economic growth on both sides,” said a spokesman for Mercedes-Benz in Turkey.
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Al-Active Newsletter 07.2021
Dear prospective customers, customers and friends, While many in Europe are planning their vacation, we have a lot of work to do. On the other hand, after the longer pandemic, it is of course time to work well now, but sometimes that is too much.…
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Turkey lifts curfew
From July 1st, 21st there will be no more corona-related curfew. With that the restrictions, also for the locals, finally come to an end and "normal" life returns. The shops, offices and banks will have their normal, original opening and working hours again. Bars, restaurants,…
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Finally a lot of Europeans again
Travel agencies, holiday resorts and hotels are now hoping for as many European tourists as possible. Fatih Senel, board member of the Association of Turkish Travel Agencies, is optimistic about the upcoming tourism season. It is now sufficient for those returning to travel to show…
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Villas asked like never before
The real estate market is also continuing to develop. At the moment, villas with their own garden and private pool in the price range 150,000 euros to 300,000 euros are particularly in demand, and of course the sea view shouldn't be missing ... For this…
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Beware of scammers!
Unfortunately, there are fraudsters on the real estate portals and social media who offer houses and apartments that are not for sale, have already been sold, or to which they have no access, i.e. they are not authorized to offer them. Images and information are…
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Festival of sacrifice 2021
The Festival of Sacrifice is the highest Islamic festival and this year it takes place from July 20th to July 23rd. During this time, banks, authorities and schools are closed due to the holidays. On the first public holiday some shops will be closed or…
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VIP-PCR Test
We offer a special service for our customers: Do you need a PCR test when you return to Germany? You don't even have to leave your home to do this. Simply give us your return travel details and the test team will come to your…
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The Turkish economy is showing itself to be strong
The companies on the Bosporus are doing better than expected. If the pandemic has really hit an industry globally, it will probably be aviation. The Turkish airline Turkish Airlines still surprised with a profit in the first quarter, although analysts had expected red numbers. The…