Mehmet Şimşek

Turkish economist and politician

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We are not downplaying the problem,
Even amid the impact of geopolitical tensions, we expect the current account deficit-to-GDP ratio to remain at a manageable level of 2.6 percent,
Despite the rise in imports driven by higher commodity prices, the increase in the foreign trade deficit remained more limited than initially anticipated at the outset of the war,
There has, of course, been a limited impact, but we are not talking about a systemic problem. We will continue to deepen the capital markets,
Our efforts to secure long-term external financing on favorable terms within the framework of the Medium-Term Program continue unabated, in line with our economic program that prioritizes sustainable growth and social welfare,
Productivity growth is critical to achieving our country’s long-term development goals,

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