The Documentary Podcast
The Documentary Podcast
BBC World Service
Is Turkey's clothing industry unravelling at the seams?
17 minutes Posted Aug 31, 2026 at 12:30 am.
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The Made in Turkey label found in so much of our clothing could disappear as the industry faces competition from countries like Egypt. Turkey is battling huge inflation and hundreds of clothing factories are going bankrupt leaving tens of thousands out of work. Emily Wither reports from Istanbul.