Commons Sense

House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

Update following Round 1 of negotiations on an enhanced Free Trade Agreement with Turkey

14 July 2025 · Department for Business and Trade

Proposed by Douglas Alexander Lab Co-op Lothian East

Business & Trade

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At a glance

Key points

  • Douglas Alexander provided an update on the first round of negotiations for an enhanced Free Trade Agreement between the UK and Turkey.
  • The government plans to continue negotiations to strengthen the trade relationship between the two countries.
  • The second round of negotiations is expected to take place in Autumn 2025.

Issue summary

Douglas Alexander provides an update on the first round of negotiations for an enhanced Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between the UK and Turkey.

Action requested

The government will continue negotiations towards a stronger trade relationship, with the second round expected in Autumn 2025. Ministers will keep Parliament informed as discussions progress.

Key facts

  • The first round of negotiations took place from 23 June to 2 July 2025.
  • Total trade between the UK and Turkey was worth £27.8 billion in 2024.
  • UK goods exports to Turkey were worth £6.1bn in 2024.
  • Negotiations covered areas such as sustainability, regulatory environment, trade in services, and goods.
  • The second round of negotiations is expected to take place in Autumn 2025.
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