In a post shared on his social media account regarding the matter, Minister Kacır stated that Turkey continues to protect, register, and promote its local values worldwide, saying: “Araban garlic, grown in the lands of Gaziantep and known for its healing qualities, has become our 21st geographical indication registered in the European Union.”

Emphasizing that a significant increase has been recorded in the number of registrations before the EU through the International Geographical Indication Mobilization that has been launched, Kacır said: “As of today, we have 21 registered geographical indications, while the procedures for 49 applications—4 of which are at the publication stage—are ongoing. We will continue our efforts to protect and promote our culture and values and to increase our country’s brand value.”

Our geographical indications registered before the EU are as follows:

1 - Gaziantep Baklava

2 - Aydın Fig

3 - Malatya Apricot

4 - Aydın Chestnut

5 - Milas Olive Oil

6 - Bayramiç White Peach

7 - Taşköprü Garlic

8 - Giresun Tombul Hazelnut

9 - Antakya Künefe

10 - Suruç Pomegranate

11 - Çağlayancerit Walnut

12 - Gemlik Olive

13 - Edremit Olive Oil

14 - Milas Oily Olive

15 - Ayaş Tomato

16 - Maraş Tarhana

17 - Edremit Gulf Green Cracked Olive

18 - Ezine Cheese

19 - Safranbolu Saffron

20 - Aydın Memecik Olive Oil

21 - Araban Garlic