In addition to all these factors, Turkey is equally moving towards encouraging the flow of foreign capital into the country for investment purposes. Another important element, which the government wants to introduce in order to restore and raise hopes for the development of a more favourable business climate in Turkey is the establishment of a free trade zone, deregulate the financial market and to privatise state economic enterprises. Turkey's goal, is to strengthen the free movement of goods and has to this effect, established 15 free trade zones around the country. Sibel Argaharman, head of department of directorate general of exports, said that Turkey is currently exporting to 200 countries and 25,000 companies. Turkey, he added plays a leading role in the marketing of different items, such as the leather industry, aviation, electronics, textile industry, food products, mining and contracting.
Tourism is an important industry in Turkey.
The trade delegation are expected to meet with top officials of companies in the private sector, with a view to discussing areas for future cooperation. Tuzmen, will on his part, hold a similar meetings with members of Kuwait Fund for Arab Economic Development, the capital governor including ministers. The move is part of the programme of their visit to Kuwait. The Turkish trade delegation, are here on a two-day visit, because they collectively believe that Kuwait, has the right potentials for the development of its market. Most customers found in Kuwait, have been asking for high quality goods at reasonable prices.