20.08.2025 12:12
Syria has imposed a ban on 20 products imported from Turkey. The entry of a total of 20 products, including frozen chicken, tomatoes, grapes, eggs, apples, potatoes, figs, cherries, and peppers, has been indefinitely halted. The decision, aimed at protecting local producers, is expected to lead to a loss of exports for Turkey and drive producers to seek new markets.
The Syrian Ministry of Economy and Trade has indefinitely banned the entry of frozen chicken imported from Turkey into the country. The decision, which came into effect on August 15, was made to protect local producers and ensure food security.
20 PRODUCTS BANNED
The decision covers not only chicken products but also a total of 20 agricultural and poultry products, including tomatoes, grapes, eggs, chicken, apples, potatoes, figs, cherries, and peppers. This new regulation has expanded the scope of the implementation that bans the import of tomatoes, cucumbers, carrots, watermelons, zucchinis, eggplants, beans, and onions starting from June 1, 2025. The difficulties faced by chicken producers in the Hama region due to low prices are highlighted as one of the reasons behind the decision.
WARNING TO COMPANIES
The Commercial Attaché in Damascus has warned companies exporting agricultural and animal products from Turkey to Syria, urging them to take the new regulation into account and review their business plans.
ECONOMIC RISKS FOR TURKEY
According to experts, the decision could lead to a loss of exports for Turkey and increase price pressure in the domestic market due to excess supply. Especially, chicken and egg producers will need to seek new markets. Middle Eastern and North African countries emerge as critical alternatives in this regard, while Syria's tendency to source products from countries like Egypt, Iran, or Lebanon could weaken Turkey's market share in the region.