EU, Turkey agree on closer customs cooperation, tackling trade barriers
( October 13, 2026, 18:10 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: The EU and Turkey agreed to strengthen customs cooperation and continue work on trade barriers, according to a joint statement issued today after their third high-level trade dialogue in Brussels. Both sides pledged to advance mutual recognition of trusted traders and welcomed the removal of a barrier under Turkey’s import-control system. They also noted progress on Turkey’s access to the EU’s energy-labeling registry and encouraged further work in this area.Joint statement follows....
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