Ankara – The Official Gazette of the Republic of Turkey, numbered 32953 and dated July 11, 2025, has been published and entered into force. Today's issue contains a broad spectrum of critical decisions and communiqués, ranging from the ratification of an international agreement to presidential appointments, significant regulatory changes concerning the Ministry of National Education, and new rules regarding the personnel of the Competition Authority.

HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE EXECUTIVE AND ADMINISTRATIVE SECTION

The "Executive and Administrative Section" of the Official Gazette covers current developments in the country's administration and newly enacted regulations:

• Ratification of an International Agreement: Continued Support for Education in Times of Crisis One of the most notable decisions today is the "Decision on the Approval of the 'Additional Financing Agreement' and the '5th Amendment Agreement' to the Separate Agreement, signed on 18/12/2024 between the Ministry of National Education, representing the Republic of Turkey, and Kreditanstalt für Wiederaufbau (KfW - German Development Bank) regarding the Education for All in Times of Crisis II Project (Decision No: 10068)." This decision holds significant importance for ensuring the continuity and financing of a project aimed at providing access to education for everyone, particularly those in crisis regions or displaced communities in Turkey. This additional financing and amendment agreement with KfW is considered a concrete example of international cooperation in the field of education, especially during crises.

• New Presidential Appointments: With "Decisions Regarding Appointments Made by the Presidency (Decision: 2025/247, 248, 249, 250, 251)," five new appointments or assignments in public administration have taken their place in the Official Gazette. These decisions indicate changes in high-level executive positions or new appointments within public institutions and organizations. The names of the appointees and their assigned positions are detailed in the respective decrees, and they are of a nature that will directly affect the functioning of the public bureaucracy.

REGULATORY AMENDMENTS AND THEIR IMPACT ON PUBLIC LIFE

The regulatory amendments published in today's Official Gazette introduce updates in several areas:

• Amendment to the Regulation on Firearms for Hunting and Sport: The "Regulation on Amending the Regulation on the Implementation of Law No. 2521 on the Manufacture, Purchase, Sale, and Possession of Hunting and Sporting Rifles, Target Pistols, and Hunting Knives" indicates an update to existing regulations in this field. The changes may introduce new criteria or procedures for the acquisition, sale, and possession of such items, aiming for better control or adaptation to new circumstances.

• Revisions in Ministry of National Education Personnel and Institutional Regulations:

  • The "Regulation on Amending the Ministry of National Education Disciplinary Officers Regulation" redefines the disciplinary processes for personnel within the Ministry and the duties of authorized disciplinary officers. This amendment will affect disciplinary practices and procedures within the education community.

  • The "Regulation on Amending the Ministry of National Education Special Education Institutions Regulation" includes new rules or revisions to existing ones regarding the operation of private education institutions. This could lead to significant changes in the establishment, operation, and supervision processes of private schools, tutoring centers, and various courses.

• Regulations on Urban Transformation Projects and Competition Authority Personnel:

  • The "Regulation on Amending the Special Account Regulation for Transformation Projects" concerns the management of special accounts used for financing large-scale projects, particularly urban transformation and similar initiatives. These changes may introduce new flexibilities or restrictions in the budgeting and expenditure of project funds.

  • The "Regulation on Amending the Competition Authority Professional Personnel Regulation" stipulates updates to the duties, authorities, appointment, and working conditions of the professional staff at the Competition Authority, which holds critical importance for the Turkish economy. This situation could impact the Authority's capacity for oversight and regulation.

CURRENT INFORMATION FROM THE ANNOUNCEMENT SECTION

The "Announcement Section" of the Official Gazette contains routine announcements reflecting the daily flow of public and economic life:

• Judicial Announcements: Notifications and announcements from various courts have been published.

• Auction, Tender, and Bid Announcements: Announcements regarding public tenders to be conducted by public institutions and organizations bring transparency to public procurement processes.

• Miscellaneous Announcements: This section includes financial data such as the daily exchange rates determined by the Central Bank of the Republic of Turkey and the daily values of Government Domestic Debt Securities. This information is crucial for markets and investors.

The Official Gazette dated July 11, 2025, once again highlights the dynamism in Turkey's administrative, legal, and economic life, necessitating careful monitoring of the published decisions by all relevant parties.