The number of Turkish brands is reaching 5000 stores in 125 countries abroad
The Head of the United Turkish brands Association ”Sinan Öncel” has announced that Turkish brands, which have 4,396 stores in 125 countries are daily continuing to open two new stores abroad.
“Öncel” said in an interview with Anadolu Agency that in the second half of this year, the opening of Turkish stores will continue rapidly and reach about 5000 stores abroad, as the company’s performance exceeded expectations in the first half of the year.
He confirmed that Russia is the main destination for Turkish brands, which has 636 stores within its borders, followed by Kazakhstan with 320 stores and Saudi Arabia with 293 stores.
He pointed out that Romania, Iraq, Ukraine, Azerbaijan, Iran, Morocco, and Turkish Cyprus are other major destinations for Turkish brands.
He also pointed out that in the last year, rising prices and domestic market saturation have prompted Turkish companies to shift increasingly to foreign markets.
The Turkish government’s program that is called Turquality supports companies that aim to become international brands in the fields of trade, education, advertising, and consultancy.
US Visa Bond Program Becomes Permanent: Impact on Antigua and Barbuda, Dominica, Grenada, and Vanuatu Citizenship by Investment
The US Department of State has made its B-1/B-2 visa bond program permanent, effective 3 August 2026, raising bond amounts to $10,000-$20,000. Citizenship by Investment without a residency requirement remains an explicit qualifying criterion, directly affecting Antigua and Barbuda, Dominica, Grenada, and Vanuatu.
Nauru Is Now the Republic of Naoero: What It Means for the Citizenship Program
The Republic of Nauru has officially adopted the name Republic of Naoero. Citizenship Certificates now bear the new name; passports remain issued as Nauru during the transition.
EU Caribbean CBI Phase-Out by 2028: What the Visa Suspension Mechanism Means for Investors
The EU’s revised Visa Suspension Mechanism now treats CBI programme operation itself as suspension grounds. Antigua & Barbuda, Dominica, Grenada, St Kitts & Nevis, and Saint Lucia have reportedly been asked to phase out by 1 June 2028.
UAE Tourist Identity: Instant Digital Bank Account Launch
The Central Bank of the UAE, ICP, and ADCB have launched a digital identity-linked banking service allowing non-resident visitors to open an account and receive a debit card within minutes of arrival.
Best Residency by Investment Programs 2026
Compare 10 residency by investment programs in 2026: Greece, UAE, Portugal, Malta, Hungary, Germany, Latvia, Cyprus, USA EB-5, Türkiye. Analysis by NTL International.





