SaralnamaTurkey withdrew its attempt to enforce strict rules on doner kebab shops in the EU. The bid sought a 'Traditional Speciality Guaranteed' label, which would have limited ingredients. Germany's kebab industry, worth ₹21,600 crore annually, opposed the move. Turkish authorities claimed doner as a national dish, but German officials argued their version was part of German cuisine. The Turkish federation failed to consult Germany's kebab industry before applying. Former German minister Cem Özdemir stated that doner belongs to Germany. The bid was withdrawn on after facing numerous objections. An EU official said the application was likely to be rejected anyway. (Updated 26 Sep 2025, 19:07 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- Turkey withdrew its attempt to enforce strict rules on doner kebab shops in the EU
- The bid sought a 'Traditional Speciality Guaranteed' label, which would have limited ingredients
- Germany's kebab industry, worth ₹21,600 crore annually, opposed the move