The Ankara Branch of Bank of China (Turkiye) officially commenced operations on Oct 20, further enhancing the bank’s capability to provide integrated financial services in the Middle East country.

The branch offers a comprehensive range of financial services — including deposits, loans, remittances, international settlements, trade finance, and financial market operations. It aims to deliver efficient and professional financial support to Chinese and Turkish enterprises and institutional clients. 

The launch comes against the backdrop of ever-deepening economic and trade relations between China and Turkiye. 

In recent years, landmark cooperation projects — such as Kumport Port and the Canakkale Bridge — have been successfully implemented, elevating bilateral ties to new levels.

The opening of the branch represents a key step by the Bank of China in supporting the Belt and Road Initiative and aligning with the country's strategy for higher-level opening-up and international cooperation. 

It's expected to help deepen financial collaboration between the two nations and inject renewed momentum into the growth of China-Turkiye economic and trade relations.