Ministry of Trade

Bank Rakyat Indonesia 2026 expansion and performance

17 clusters · 62 sources · last updated about 13 hours ago

Latest: Bank Rakyat Indonesia named Top 50 BigCap issuer at IICD CG Awards

In late July 2026, Bank Rakyat Indonesia (BRI) reported a sharp rise in multi‑purpose loan disbursements—up 44.7% year‑on‑year—and a rapid expansion of its digital‑payment network. Total assets grew 7.2% to IDR 2,250 tri

Turkey produce price pressures and producer losses

19 clusters · 51 sources · last updated about 13 hours ago

Latest: Hazelnut prices fluctuate in Samsun and Trabzon

By late October 2026, economic strain on Turkish agriculture intensified across multiple sectors. In the onion market, production was projected to decrease by 13.5% due to rising costs and low prices. Although the Minist

Back-to-school: rising costs, health, and psychological prep

48 clusters · 477 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Turkey union calls for free school meals amid rising costs

As the 2026-2027 academic year begins, the transition for students involves complex economic, psychological, and health challenges globally. In Turkey, economic pressures have intensified significantly. While initial est

Textile and carpet design competitions in Gaziantep

2 clusters · 3 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Gaziantep hosts 12th Machine Carpet Design Competition

Gaziantep has hosted multiple design competitions aimed at strengthening the Turkish textile and carpet industries through innovation and young talent. The 6th Doku Fabric Design Competition, organized by the Southeast

Turkey public property auctions and leases expand Oct 2026

90 clusters · 126 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Real estate auctions announced in Kahramanmaraş and Aydın

The public‑property auction programme, launched in July 2026, continues to expand across Turkey through municipal tenders, court-ordered sales, and leasing processes. Throughout August and September 2026, enforcement and

Turkey and Cyprus 2026-27 school year commencement

36 clusters · 257 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: ÖSYM announces 2027 national examination calendar

The 2026–2027 academic year in Turkey and Cyprus is characterized by significant administrative preparations, new curriculum implementations, and ongoing debates regarding educator welfare and student costs. While higher

Turkey economic data shows mixed trade, inflation, and labor

29 clusters · 189 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Turkey reports 15.3% increase in September exports

Turkey’s economic landscape is defined by high inflation and a shifting labor market. While consumer-price inflation was 31.75% in July 2026, financial sector year-end forecasts have risen to 30.47%. Food prices have ris

Indonesia MSME support and export development

25 clusters · 48 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Indonesia initiatives aim to boost MSME competitiveness and global market access

The Indonesian government and private sectors are advancing initiatives to support micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs), focusing on female entrepreneurs, digital independence, and expanded capital access. To add

Turkey intensifies crackdown on crime, drugs and betting

101 clusters · 313 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Turkey conducts nationwide narcotics operations across 32 provinces

Turkey’s security drive intensified throughout 2026, targeting organised crime, drug trafficking, illegal gambling, and terrorism. In August, investigations into Dinamikpay Elektronik Para ve Ödeme Hizmetleri A. Ş. led t

Turkish regulatory updates in education and trade

7 clusters · 25 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Turkey Official Gazette publishes new regulations

The Turkish Official Gazette continues to document regulatory updates in higher education, trade, and administrative management. In the education sector, recent developments include the repeal of operating frameworks f

Indonesia fuel subsidy and food price updates

81 clusters · 138 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Indonesia officials dismissed over SPHP rice subsidy fraud

Indonesia’s fuel subsidy and food-price dynamics continued to shift through late 2026. In the energy sector, the government maintained that subsidized fuel prices, including Pertalite at Rp10,000 per liter and Biosolar a

2026 Black Friday and holiday shopping outlook

10 clusters · 37 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Fashion Days announces Black Friday 2026 campaign

The 2026 Black Friday shopping season is centered around November 27, with Cyber Monday following on November 30. Retailers are increasingly adopting an extended shopping season approach, such as “Black Week” or “Black M

Indonesia manages rice reserves and food security programs

40 clusters · 90 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Indonesia maintains 4.5 million tons of rice reserves

Indonesia continues its large-scale food security and drought mitigation initiatives. Perum Bulog is distributing approximately 997,200 tons of rice to 33.24 million beneficiaries for the July–September 2026 period. As o

Turkish real estate and economic market trends

9 clusters · 63 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Housing costs and trends in major Turkish cities

The Turkish housing and real estate markets continue to face a disconnect between nominal price growth and inflation. While nominal prices have increased in TL terms, real housing prices have continued to decline. Data f

Turkey expands e-Devlet services and digital tax oversight

19 clusters · 101 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Turkey implements new real estate payment and tax regulations

Following the 5 September 2026 expansion of tax oversight to digital economic activities, new measures have been implemented to target the unregistered economy and real estate sector. In Muğla, the Ministry of Finance in

Turkey household and personal debt continues to surge

29 clusters · 109 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Turkey personal debt reaches 7.4 trillion lira amid rising interest rates

By late 2026, Turkish personal debt reached a new peak of 7.428 trillion lira when including debts to asset management companies. This follows a mid-2026 record of 6.5 trillion lira. Since the start of 2026, individual l

Turkish industrial and manufacturing sector growth

3 clusters · 16 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Türkiye steel industry leads Europe despite trade barriers

Turkish officials have reported significant advancements in the nation’s industrial capacity, particularly within the foundry and steel sectors. At the 76th World Foundry Congress, Minister of Trade Ömer Bolat noted that

Indonesia expands stunting prevention and nutrition programs

17 clusters · 34 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Sleman and South Jakarta officials emphasize parenting to combat stunting

In late 2026, Indonesia intensified its efforts to combat malnutrition through national program adjustments and localized interventions. The National Nutrition Agency (BGN) expanded the Free Nutritious Meal (MBG) program

Indonesian palm oil and regional export growth

5 clusters · 20 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Indonesia exports grow 4.74 percent through August 2026

Indonesia is experiencing significant growth in its palm oil sector, driven by high global demand and rising domestic consumption. National production reached 46 million tons for the 2024/2025 period, with Riau province

Turkey trade expansion and manufacturing growth

105 clusters · 318 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Turkey reports diverse export growth in free zones and agricultural sectors

Since late May 2026, Turkey’s Ministry of Trade has utilized e-export programmes and AI-driven tools to diversify market access. By September 2026, Trade Minister Ömer Bolat announced that annualized exports reached $283

Turkish Ministry of Trade regulatory actions

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Turkey Ministry of Trade issues new permits for 617 firms

In October 2026, the Turkish Ministry of Trade implemented several measures to support the business sector. First, the Ministry extended a temporary regulatory relief regarding the calculation of capital loss and insolve

Female entrepreneurship support in Türkiye

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: KAGİDER hosts networking event for female entrepreneurs in Turkey

Efforts to bolster female entrepreneurship in Türkiye have focused on both infrastructure development and corporate integration. In Istanbul, the Women and Democracy Foundation (KADEM) inaugurated the Women in Innovation

Turkish vehicle regulation and toll system updates

3 clusters · 11 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Turkey updates HGS payment security and warns of fraud

Turkey is considering legislative changes regarding vehicle usage for citizens living abroad. The AK Party is reportedly drafting a regulation that would allow dual citizens and Blue Card holders to extend the use of for

Istanbul capital markets investigation expands

19 clusters · 202 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Turkey fund investigation leads to multiple high-profile arrests

The Istanbul Chief Public Prosecutor's Office investigation into capital market manipulation, money laundering, and terrorism financing has evolved into a major financial crisis. The probe, involving entities such as Pus

Sincan Municipality supermarket security investigation

2 clusters · 9 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Sincan Municipality bans bag-sealing practice at supermarket

Sincan Municipality in Ankara launched administrative and legal proceedings against a chain supermarket following complaints that the retailer was taping customers' bags and pouches to prevent theft. The store had also b

Turkey real estate and tourism regulation updates

6 clusters · 65 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: TOKİ to auction 725 land plots across 61 Turkish provinces

Turkey continues to implement regulatory changes in the real estate and tourism sectors to increase transparency and prevent fraud. In real estate, the Ministry of Trade is expanding the Electronic Listing Verification S

Turkey commercial advertising and consumer protection

8 clusters · 55 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: Turkey Ministry of Trade hosts 29th Traditional Consumer Awards

The Turkish Ministry of Trade has intensified its efforts to combat deceptive practices in e-commerce and digital services. The Advertising Board continues to target artificial engagement, including fake reviews, likes,

Public transport cost and service issues in Turkey

2 clusters · 3 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: Price increases and service fee disputes reported in Turkey

Public transportation in Turkey has faced increasing criticism regarding rising costs and service quality. In Gaziantep, officials noted that ticket price increases for both full and student fares exceeded the annual inf

TOKİ housing debt discount campaign

4 clusters · 62 sources · last updated 12 days ago

Latest: TOKİ discount campaign for housing and workplace buyers ends October 19

The Housing Development Administration of Turkey (TOKİ) is conducting a 25 percent discount campaign targeting approximately 228,000 housing and workplace owners. Under the program, announced by Minister Murat Kurum, i

Turkish advertising regulatory enforcement

2 clusters · 7 sources · last updated 13 days ago

Latest: Turkey's Advertising Board fines companies over 249 million lira

Turkey’s Ministry of Trade, through its Advertising Board, has issued over 249 million lira in administrative fines during the first nine months of the year to address deceptive advertising and unfair commercial practice