09 July 2026
Assoc. Prof. Ebru Gül Yılmaz Discussed the NATO Summit and Global Trade Developments on EKOTURK TV
Assoc. Prof. Ebru Gül Yılmaz, faculty member of the Department of International Trade and Finance and Director of IPUAM, appeared as a guest on the “Global Outlook” program broadcast on EKOTURK TV on July 2, where she discussed the latest developments shaping the global economic agenda.
During the program, the economic implications of the recent NATO Summit were examined, with a particular focus on how rising defense expenditures may affect national budget policies, economic growth prospects, and international trade balances. Assoc. Prof. Yılmaz emphasized the growing influence of security policies on economic decision making processes and assessed the impact of geopolitical developments on global markets.
Another key topic of discussion was the proposed trade agreement between the European Union and the United States and its potential implications for Türkiye. Assoc. Prof. Yılmaz evaluated the opportunities and challenges that Türkiye may face within the framework of the Customs Union with the European Union.
Throughout the program, Assoc. Prof. Ebru Gül Yılmaz provided an academic perspective on current economic developments, offering comprehensive analyses of international trade policies, geopolitical risks, and Türkiye's position within the changing global economic landscape.
Another key topic of discussion was the proposed trade agreement between the European Union and the United States and its potential implications for Türkiye. Assoc. Prof. Yılmaz evaluated the opportunities and challenges that Türkiye may face within the framework of the Customs Union with the European Union.
Throughout the program, Assoc. Prof. Ebru Gül Yılmaz provided an academic perspective on current economic developments, offering comprehensive analyses of international trade policies, geopolitical risks, and Türkiye's position within the changing global economic landscape.