Russia is important to Turkey for key economic ties, especially in industries like tourism, agriculture, and construction. The economic challenges faced by Turkey due to strained relations with Russia in 2016 highlighted this interdependence.

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Russia is vital to Turkey's economy, particularly in tourism, agriculture, and construction.

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"On 30 November 2015, Moscow banned the import of a number of fruits and vegetables from Turkey, which meant a major loss for Turkish farmers."

"The tourism industry was hard hit when Moscow suspended visa-free travel with Turkey, stopped charter flights to Turkey, prohibited tour operators from selling Turkish vacation packages, and prohibited Turkish tourism firms in Russia."

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Why Turkey Needs Russia