Customs Union between Turkey and the EU

A Customs Union between Turkey and the EU means that Turkey and the EU agree to eliminate customs duties and trade barriers on goods traded between them, creating a shared external tariff for non-member countries. This facilitates easier and cheaper trade by allowing goods to move smoothly across borders. However, Turkey does not participate in the EU’s decision-making institutions, so it cannot influence EU trade policies or standards. The arrangement aims to promote economic integration, increase exports, and streamline trade relations, while maintaining Turkey’s sovereignty over its own trade policies outside the agreement.