The shoe industry feels the crunch as buyers vanish and production slows, a stark reminder of the global conflicts’ ripple effects on trade. The Iran war sent shockwaves through many Turkish industries. War dims the shineAnother vendor, Kerim Tekdemir, stood behind rows of Perreno leather shoes, occasionally lifting a pair to show craftsmanship while explaining the business model. While buyers compare Turkish shoes to cheaper Chinese alternatives, Tekdemir emphasized, “Chinese shoes are less expensive…but Turkish leather quality is higher.”The image shows the low attendance in Türkiye's shoe fair due to the Iran war. (Türkiye Today fair)Inflation underfoot, war increasing strainMeanwhile, Gunay adjusted rows of black leather shoes, their polished surfaces reflecting a tightening reality.

Source: Libya Today April 07, 2026 12:28 UTC