COMMODİTY EXCHANGE AGENDA TODAY
Crocus Exhibition Center - Accreditation Issue, Russia
In a letter received from the Union of Chambers and Commodity Exchanges of Türkiye (TOBB), with reference to a letter from the Ministry of Trade; it is reported that some Turkish exhibitors participating in fairs eligible for Ministry support have experienced difficulties due to their lack of awareness of the strict regulations imposed by the Crocus Exhibition Center in Russia, which has begun hosting numerous fairs covered by individual and overseas participation organization support programs. These regulations apply to fair preparations, from the transportation of exhibition materials to stand construction, and prohibit non-accredited companies from providing services at the exhibition venue.
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Decision to Close the Ras Al-Ayn and Hammam Border Crossings
In a letter received from the Union of Chambers and Commodity Exchanges of Türkiye (TOBB), with reference to a letter from the Ministry of Trade; it is reported that a decision has been made to close the Ras al-Ayn Customs Gate, opposite the Ceylanpınar Customs Gate, and the Hammam Customs Gate, opposite the Zeytindalı Customs Gate, as of the end of February 2026, primarily due to financial considerations, including operating expenses, the proximity of alternative border crossings, and the fact that the land is not state-owned.
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United States-Focused Export Training
In a letter received from the Union of Chambers and Commodity Exchanges of Türkiye (TOBB), with reference to a letter from the Ministry of Trade; it is stated that the Ministry of Trade will organize a 40-hour training program titled "United States-Focused Export Training" within the Export Academy from April 4 to May 9, 2026. The program will be conducted online in Turkish, and certificates will be awarded to participants.
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Youth Production Era (GÜÇ) Program - İŞKUR
Dear Member,
The Turkish Employment Agency (İŞKUR) is implementing the “Youth Production Era (GÜÇ)” Program to support young people's strong and sustainable participation in the labor market without interrupting their education. The program aims to help young people gain work experience at an early age, align their skills with labor market needs, and improve their access to sustainable employment opportunities.
Within the scope of the GÜÇ Program, various initiatives targeting different groups are offered under the following categories: Internship Support, My Future in My Profession, NİUP (NEET Workforce Adaptation Program), First Step into Employment, and İŞKUR Youth.
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Implementing Regulation on the Employment Protection Support Program
Dear Member,
The Implementing Regulation on the Employment Protection Support Program was published in the Official Gazette No. 33185 dated March 3, 2026, by the Ministry of Labour and Social Security, the Ministry of Industry and Technology, and the Small and Medium Enterprises Development Organization (KOSGEB).
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Minimum Wage Support - İŞKUR
In a letter received from the Union of Chambers and Commodity Exchanges of Türkiye (TOBB), with reference to a letter from the General Directorate of the Turkish Employment Agency (İŞKUR); it is stated that the transfer of Minimum Wage Support refunds to the bank accounts of the Provincial Directorates of Labour and Employment has been requested. The Minimum Wage Support, financed by the Unemployment Insurance Fund since 2018 and implemented pursuant to Provisional Articles 75, 78, 80, 85, 88, 93, 96, 101, and 109 of Social Insurance and General Health Insurance Law No. 5510, is provided by deducting the relevant annual support amounts from the social security premium debts owed to the Social Security Institution by employers who meet the conditions specified in the Law.
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