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Century of Türkiye: The Vision to 2053

The Century of Türkiye is the vision launched for the republic's second century, with long-range goals running to 2053. Alongside the country's five-year development plans, it frames Türkiye's investment in airports, rail, technology and tourism, and it shapes the outlook for luxury travel and buying property in Istanbul and on the coast.

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At a glance

Century of Türkiye at a glance

Vision
Century of Türkiye (announced 2022)
Long horizon
2053 goals, including net zero by 2053
Current plan
Twelfth Development Plan, 2024 to 2028
Tourism goal
About $100 billion in tourism revenue a year by 2028
Best months to visit
April to June and September to October

Vision in brief

The vision in brief

The Century of Türkiye, presented in October 2022 as the republic approached its hundredth anniversary in 2023, sets out a broad agenda for the next hundred years: a stronger economy, advanced technology, sustainable growth and a greater global role. Many long-range targets point to 2053, including the country's net zero commitment.

The detailed plan sits in Türkiye's five-year development plans; the current Twelfth Development Plan covers 2024 to 2028, with goals for growth, exports, technology and tourism. We describe those official goals here. See the national visions of the Middle East for the region.

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Headline goals

A top-ten economy

Long range

A long-held ambition to rank among the world's ten largest economies.

Tourism growth

By 2028

Tourism revenue of about $100 billion a year and around 90 million visitors.

Net zero

By 2053

Expanding wind, solar and nuclear power on the path to net zero.

Technology

Ongoing

The National Technology Move, with homegrown cars, drones and a space program.

Flagship projects

Istanbul Airport

Istanbul

One of the world's largest airports and the hub of Turkish Airlines, with room to grow further.

Official site ↗

Istanbul Financial Center

Istanbul

A new financial district on the Asian side, home to major state lenders and financial institutions.

Galataport

Istanbul

A cruise port and waterfront district on the Bosphorus with museums, shops and the Peninsula hotel.

Official site ↗

What it means for visitors

Türkiye is already one of the world's most visited countries. Expect more five-star resorts on the Turkish Riviera and Aegean, new museums in Istanbul and easier connections. Turkish Airlines flies nonstop from more US cities than almost any other foreign carrier, making Istanbul one of the easiest gateways to the region, and yacht charters along the Turquoise Coast between Bodrum and Fethiye are among the Mediterranean's great pleasures. Spring and autumn bring ideal weather for Ephesus, Pamukkale and the balloon flights over Cappadocia. See our Türkiye luxury vacation guide, Istanbul luxury hotels on the Bosphorus and Cappadocia cave hotels.

What it means for investors

Foreigners can buy property in most of Türkiye, and qualifying purchases can lead to citizenship by investment. Istanbul and Bodrum are the most sought-after markets, with Antalya and the Aegean coast popular for second homes. Major infrastructure, from the Istanbul Financial Center to new metro lines and bridges, continues to open up new districts. See Bodrum luxury resorts and Istanbul Luxury Real Estate investment and Bodrum villas.

Questions visitors and investors

Questions visitors and investors ask

What is the Century of Türkiye?

A national vision announced in 2022 for the republic's second century, with many long-range goals set for 2053.

What is Türkiye's current development plan?

The Twelfth Development Plan, covering 2024 to 2028.

Can buying property give Turkish citizenship?

Qualifying property purchases above a set value can. Rules change; take independent legal advice.

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Checked October 2026. Prices and dates are approximate and can change. See our standard.