New Trends ın The Global Economy: China-EU Economıc Integration And Economıc Policy Strategies For Turkiye

Yıl 2026, Sayı: 2 , 1 - 11 , 01.04.2026

Nida Günsan , Kaan Yiğenoğlu , Haluk Yergin , Celal Kızıldere

https://izlik.org/JA45KT83XF

Öz

This study examines the transformation of economic integration between China and the European Union (EU) in the context of emerging trends in the global economy, amid emerging global economic trends, and the strategic opportunities and risks this process presents for Turkiye economic policies. China-EU trade relations, which have gained momentum since the 2010s, have profoundly impacted global production and competition dynamics, particularly in the context of technology, green transformation, digitalization, and supply chain restructuring. The study examines the intersections between the EU's pursuit of strategic autonomy and China's Belt and Road Initiative, exploring alternative approaches that Turkiye could adopt in its foreign trade, industry, investment, and energy policies. Turkiye is closely connected to the intersections between the EU’s pursuit of strategic autonomy and China’s Belt and Road Initiative due to its strategic location and strong economic ties with both regions. As a country positioned between Europe and Asia, Türkiye is directly affected by the evolving economic and geopolitical relations between the EU and China, which shape its trade, investment, and energy policies.The findings indicate that Turkiye needs a more balanced, inclusive, and flexible economic policy framework to strengthen its competitive power, production capacity, and role in regional supply networks. Consequently, the study develops innovative and adaptable policy recommendations aligned with the goals of sustainable growth, regional integration, digital transformation, and strategic independence. In particular, it proposes feasible policy instruments including capacity building the development of technological competencies, and bilateral economic cooperation. The policy recommendations are supported by risk mitigation and opportunity assessment mechanisms.

Anahtar Kelimeler

China-EU Integration , Global Economy , Turkiye , Economic Policy , Economic Strategy

Küresel Ekonomide Yeni Eğilimler Bağlamında Çin-AB Ekonomik Entegrasyonu ve Türkiye İçin İktisat Politikası Stratejileri

https://izlik.org/JA45KT83XF

Öz

Bu çalışma, küresel ekonomide ortaya çıkan yeni eğilimler çerçevesinde Çin ile Avrupa Birliği (AB) arasındaki ekonomik entegrasyonun dönüşümünü ve bu sürecin Türkiye’nin iktisat politikaları açısından oluşturduğu stratejik fırsat ve riskleri incelemektedir. 2010’lardan itibaren ivme kazanan Çin-AB ticari ilişkileri, özellikle teknoloji, yeşil dönüşüm, dijitalleşme ve tedarik zincirlerinin yeniden yapılanması bağlamında küresel üretim ve rekabet dinamiklerini derinden etkilemiştir. Çalışmada, AB’nin stratejik özerklik arayışı ile Çin’in Kuşak-Yol Girişimi’nin kesişim alanları analiz edilerek Türkiye’nin dış ticaret, sanayi, yatırım ve enerji politikalarında benimseyebileceği alternatif yönelimler tartışılmaktadır. Bulgular, Türkiye’nin rekabet gücünü, üretim kapasitesini ve bölgesel tedarik ağlarındaki rolünü güçlendirmek için daha dengeli, kapsayıcı ve esnek bir iktisat politikası çerçevesine ihtiyaç duyduğunu göstermektedir. Türkiye, stratejik konumu ve her iki bölgeyle güçlü ekonomik bağları nedeniyle AB'nin stratejik özerklik arayışı ile Çin’in bir kuşak bir yol arasındaki kavşaklarla yakından bağlantılıdır. Avrupa ve Asya arasında konumlanmış bir ülke olan Türkiye, ticaret, yatırım ve enerji politikalarını şekillendiren AB ile Çin arasındaki gelişen ekonomik ve jeopolitik ilişkilerden doğrudan etkilenmektedir. Sonuç olarak çalışma, sürdürülebilir büyüme, bölgesel entegrasyon, dijital dönüşüm ve stratejik bağımsızlık hedefleriyle uyumlu, yenilikçi ve uyarlanabilir politika önerileri geliştirmektedir. Özellikle kapasite artırımı, teknolojik yetkinliklerin geliştirilmesi ve ikili-taraflı ekonomik iş birlikleri aracılığıyla uygulanabilir politika araçları önerilmektedir. Politika önerileri, risk azaltma ve fırsat değerlendirme mekanizmalarıyla desteklenmiştir.

Anahtar Kelimeler

Çin - AB Entegrasyonu , Küresel Ekonomi , Türkiye , İktisat Politikası , Ekonomik Strateji

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