# Germany-Turkey bilateral relations development > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/germany-turkey-bilateral-relations-development > Updated: 2026-10-19T20:00:00.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2. Germany and Turkey are working to strengthen bilateral political and economic ties through administrative reforms and diplomatic engagement. In early October 2026, the two nations moved to expand the ‘Business Fast Track’ visa procedure. This initiative, supported by North Rhine-Westphalia Prime Minister Hendrik Wüst, aims to reduce bureaucratic delays for Turkish entrepreneurs, particularly those within the DEİK network. The program is intended to facilitate quicker appointment scheduling and streamline documentation for business travel related to industrial investments and contract negotiations. By mid-October, the Turkish Embassy in Germany called for further deepening of these relations, coinciding with the 65th anniversary of the 1961 German-Turkish recruitment agreement. Diplomatic efforts have focused on increasing bilateral trade volumes and making progress toward visa liberalization. The embassy highlighted the significant contributions of the Turkish diaspora to German society, including advancements in science and culture, as a foundation for continued partnership. ## Timeline ### 2026-10-19: Turkey seeks to deepen bilateral relations with Germany The Turkish Embassy seeks to deepen ties with Germany, aiming to increase trade and advance visa liberalization during the 65th anniversary of the 1961 recruitment agreement. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/turkey-seeks-to-deepen-bilateral-relations-with-germany ### 2026-10-04: Germany expands Business Fast Track visa process for Turkish companies Germany is expanding its ‘Business Fast Track’ visa procedure for Turkish entrepreneurs starting in autumn 2026 to improve economic predictability and reduce bureaucratic hurdles. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/germany-expands-business-fast-track-visa-process-for-turkish-companies --- Cite as: Germany-Turkey bilateral relations development. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/germany-turkey-bilateral-relations-development