Turkish Statistical Institute, Government statistical agency in Ankara, Turkey
The Turkish Statistical Institute is a government agency in Ankara that collects and analyzes data about the population, economy, society, and natural resources throughout the country. It maintains information on demographic trends, trade statistics, and labor market developments across Turkey.
The agency was founded in 1926 as the State Institute of Statistics and received its current name in 2005 following reforms to align with European standards. This restructuring enabled expanded collaboration with international statistical organizations.
The institute maintains a library containing 28,700 volumes of statistical materials, providing researchers with extensive data about Turkish society and development.
The agency's database is accessible through tuik.gov.tr and updated regularly with new information. Visitors can download reports and subscribe to announcements about upcoming publications.
The agency has developed a Geographic Statistics Portal that displays data as thematic maps, making regional patterns in Turkey visually apparent. This allows visitors to compare and understand statistical information spatially.
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