“Made in EU” Status for Turkey: What the New EU Law Could Change

The European Union is preparing a new “Made in EU” law that could significantly change the rules for participation in European tenders and industrial programs.

Under this initiative, products that meet the established requirements will be able to participate in EU public procurement and strategic programs under the “Made in EU” label.

Experts note that this law may affect not only EU member states but also partner countries of the European Union.

Why this is important for Turkey

One of the key topics under discussion is the possible participation of countries that have customs unions or free trade agreements with the EU.

Turkey is part of the Customs Union with the European Union, which means that some products manufactured in Turkey could potentially be considered European when participating in EU tenders and public programs.

This could strengthen the position of Turkish industry in the European market and deepen economic cooperation between Turkey and Europe.

Which sectors could benefit

The EU’s new industrial mechanism focuses on strategic sectors such as:

• automotive industry
• steel and aluminum production
• cement industry
• green energy technologies
• environmentally friendly and innovative manufacturing solutions

These sectors are considered essential for Europe’s economic development and transition to green energy.

Statement from Turkey’s Minister of Trade

Turkey’s Minister of Trade Ömer Bolat described the potential inclusion of Turkey in the “Made in EU” mechanism as an important step for strengthening trade and investment between Turkey and the European Union.

According to him, Turkey is already a key part of European production supply chains, particularly in the automotive and metal industries.

What this could mean for the economy

If the law is adopted, Turkey could significantly strengthen its role as an industrial and manufacturing hub for Europe.

This could lead to:

• increased investment in Turkish industry
• expanded cooperation between Turkey and the EU
• greater export potential for Turkish companies
• deeper economic integration between European and Turkish markets