A special issue marking the 10th anniversary of the “Belt and Road” Initiative (BRI) was published by Turkey’s Ekonomi Gazetesi in January 2024. Launched to coincide with the 100th anniversary of the founding of the Republic of Turkey and the 10th anniversary of China’s Belt and Road Initiative, this special edition focuses on the substantial achievements of the BRI over the past decade, providing solid references for deepening economic and trade cooperation between Turkey and China.

As Turkey’s most influential financial and economic daily, Ekonomi Gazetesi has made another valuable attempt with this special issue marking the 10th anniversary of the Belt and Road Initiative—a notable addition to its country-specific special publications. It has fostered a positive atmosphere for high-quality Belt and Road cooperation between Turkey and China, as well as for the alignment of China’s Belt and Road Initiative with Turkey’s “Middle Corridor” Initiative. Moreover, it has opened a window for Turkey’s political, business, academic circles and the general public to gain an in-depth understanding of China and the Belt and Road Initiative.