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Doing Business in Turkey

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Turkey was founded in 1923 from the remains of the Ottoman Empire, and it adopted many social, legal and political reforms. Since its founding, Turkey has dealt with instability and military coups, although each time, the country returns to democracy. Manufacturing in Turkey. Turkey’s workforce consists of 31.3

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Relief Efforts in Turkey, Syria Face Logistical Hurdles

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For now, transportation and logistics are a major concern. Many routes into and out of the region by ocean, air and road are blocked or heavily congested.

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FedEx commits over $1 million towards earthquake crisis impacting Turkey and Syria

Logistics Middle East

The donation will also provide support and aid, such as distributing essentials like first aid, food, water, and blankets; setting up temporary shelters; and providing psychological support and medical aid.

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The Supply Chain Impact of Europe’s Refugee Crisis

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More than 12 million people are in need of humanitarian aid as a result of the civil war raging in Syria. UPS Foundation also deployed skilled volunteers to southern Turkey as part of the WFP’s Logistics Emergency Team to assess capacities of ports, roads, and airports along key supply lines to support Syrian refugees.

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Turkey Earthquake: Key Industries, Exports, and Sites Impacted

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magnitude earthquake struck near Nurdagi, Gaziantep, Turkey. Turkey wasn’t the only country impacted by this severe disaster, either. struck near Uzunbag, Turkey ( The New York Times ). magnitude quake struck near Yesilyurt, Turkey ( The New York Times ). On February 6 th , 2023, a 7.8 Then, on February 27 th , a third 5.6-magnitude

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Top 10 TikTokers to Take Off your Supply Chain

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From intriguing explorations like “Disaster Logistics in Turkey and Syria” to the creative blend of AI and trucking in “AIbut make it Trucking,” and even the unexpected yet illuminating delve into “The Logistics of Lipstick,” everythingislogistics empowers businesses with practical insights.

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This Week in Logistics News (February 4 – 10)

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Worst January US Intermodal in 10 years Our thoughts and prayers are with those in Turkey and Syria impacted by the recent earthquakes. The port of Iskenderun in the southeast of Turkey was severely damaged by the earthquakes. Railway service in the south and southeast of the country has been suspended.