Minister of Transport and Infrastructure Abdulkadir Uraloğlusignaled a historic transformation in Türkiye’s transportation strategy by focusing on railway investments. According to Minister Uraloğlu’s statement, In the budget of 2026in the distribution of transportation investments The share of the railway increased to 53%While the share of highway, which has been dominant for many years, was determined as 39%. This balancing is a reflection of the aim to increase the share of rail in freight and passenger transportation, 91% of which is currently carried out by road. This strategic change also energy efficiencyAnd environmental sustainabilityIt also supports their priorities.
The Center of Global Trade: Middle Corridor and Development Path
Türkiye plays a key role in global trade with its location connecting continents. Minister Uraloğlu, Middle LaneHe emphasized that it is the shortest and safest trade route from Asia to Europe. Transportations that take up to 45 days by sea are carried out by rail via the Central Corridor and Marmaray. in 18 dayscan be completed.
In addition, extending from the Persian Gulf to Europe Development Pathproject will make Türkiye’s road and railway networks the backbone of intercontinental trade. This huge investment of 24 billion dollars is expected to contribute to the country’s production of 50 billion dollars and employment of 63 thousand people. Türkiye participated in the last meeting held with the participation of 80 countries. Global Transport Corridors ForumIt has strengthened its central position in global transport diplomacy and regional cooperation.
