Britain and Turkey are moving toward another phase of negotiations on an enhanced free trade agreement after a sixth round in London produced progress on negotiating language, the UK government said.
The talks ran from Sept. 28 to Oct. 2, 2026. Their agenda included services, digital trade and investment, as well as goods, intellectual property, procurement and trade remedies. Negotiators reviewed proposals and worked on text while looking for areas where their positions were converging, the government said.
The government said the intended outcomes would support businesses and economic growth. It tied the negotiations to its goal of extending growth nationwide, saying a stronger trading relationship could expand prospects for UK companies, employees and consumers.
Trade between the UK and Turkey reached £28.3 billion in 2025, up 3.9% from the previous year, according to the government. It also said Britain would sign an agreement only if it served national interests and upheld high standards across sectors.
Both governments will work toward a seventh negotiating round in the coming months. UK ministers will continue updating Parliament as discussions proceed.
