Trade Minister Ömer Bolat announced that exporters achieved a daily export volume of $2.428 billion on May 22, marking the highest daily export figure in the history of the Republic.
Bolat stated that Turkey is advancing towards record levels in line with its year-end export targets.
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan also attended the 39th DEİK Ordinary Financial General Assembly and Masters Respect Award Ceremony held at a hotel in Beşiktaş. Erdoğan was accompanied by Trade Minister Ömer Bolat, DEİK President Nail Olpak, Justice Minister Akın Gürlek, and AK Party Bursa Deputy Mustafa Varank.
After Olpak's speech, Bolat took the floor and highlighted Turkey's trade volume worldwide.
The minister also referred to the export rates as of May 22, 2026, emphasizing exports in the defense sector in particular.
Bolat's statements presented a notable picture regarding Turkey's foreign trade performance and its year-end goals.