Türkiye has officially ended the additional tariffs imposed in 2018 on U.S. imports, according to the country’s Official Gazette and reported by Reuters. The decision coincides with President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s visit to the United States for the United Nations General Assembly and his scheduled meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump.
Türkiye Removes 2018 Retaliatory Tariffs
Impact on U.S.–Türkiye Trade Relations
The removal of these trade barriers is expected to ease access for U.S. exporters of passenger cars and agricultural products into the Turkish market. Economic analysts cited by Reuters said the decision may help reduce trade costs and improve bilateral trade between the United States and Türkiye. The move also comes as part of discussions aimed at strengthening economic ties between Ankara and Washington.
Erdogan’s U.S. Visit and Trade Signals
Reuters, and the Official Gazette stated that the tariff will be eliminated on the same day as Erdogan is set to make a diplomatic visit to the United Nations General Assembly in New York, and holds a bilateral meeting with Trump. Analysts feel that this policy change may open the way to more trade cooperation and this would help in the automotive, agricultural and energy sectors.
Key Takeaways for Businesses
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Türkiye has lifted the 2018 retaliatory tariffs on U.S. imports, including passenger cars and agricultural products.
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The announcement was made through the Official Gazette and confirmed by Reuters on September 22, 2025.
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The move aligns with the Erdogan-Trump meeting where the tensions might eventually be reduced in terms of trade and there would be a chance of U.S.-Turkiye economic engagement.
This trend depicts a major shift in Turkiye-U.S. trade relationship, which opens new avenues to importers, exporters and investors as the two nations seek to boost bilateral economic relationships.
