Wind of reforms and Erdoğan’s step to catch spirit of time
| OpinionThe ruling Justice and Development Party (AK Party) and its chairperson, President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, have completed their 18th year in government. It is an exceptionally long period for continuous rule by a single-party government in electoral political systems.
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OpinionWind of reforms and Erdoğan’s step to catch spirit of time
By Talha KöseThe ruling Justice and Development Party (AK Party) and its chairperson, President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, have completed their 18th year in government. It is an exceptionally long period for continuous rule by a single-party government in electoral political systems.
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OpinionWhen the West says sorry, everything becomes all right
By Muhittin AtamanWestern countries have been dominating world politics for the last five centuries. Their foreign policies have been based on realpolitik, politics based on practical situations and needs, rather than on moral principles or ideas. Therefore, they can instrumentalize everything and violate basic principles of law to achieve their political and economic objectives, especially when they are stuck.
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OpinionMacron: Europe’s fussy man
By Burhanettin DuranFrench President Emmanuel Macron attracted the world’s attention in recent months with his aggressive statements and policy decisions. The Turkish people have grown accustomed to the Frenchman’s anti-Turkey remarks. Indeed, Macron’s words about NATO’s supposed brain death and President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan’s subsequent response have been etched in everyone’s memory.
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From trade wars to trade agreement wars?
By Kılıç Buğra KanatTrump not only escalated the disputes into a trade war but also extended the scope of these disputes to include some other countries, including Japan. Through bilateral talks, the dispute with Japan was de-escalated, but with China, the long and tedious negotiations did not lead to a resolution.
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Security sector reform can ensure peace in Libya
By Burhanettin DuranThe Foundation for Political, Economic and Social Research (SETA) hosted the International Conference on Libya earlier this week, where participants exchanged views on reforming that country’s security sector, among other issues.
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Turkish think tank holds international Libya conference
By SETACrisis at critical turning point, says head of UN Support Mission in Libya
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Who opposes Erdoğan’s reforms? A weird case in Turkish...
By Burhanettin DuranPresident Recep Tayyip Erdoğan’s emphasis on “a fresh mobilization for the economy, the law and democracy” energized the country. The scope, nature and sustainability of “the new chapter” and “reform” remain unclear. For now, there are a number of reform packages on the table that are intended to restore faith in Turkey’s justice system and to attract foreign investors.
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Pro-Armenian West is net loser of 2nd Karabakh war
By Muhittin AtamanThe second Karabakh war ended on Nov. 10, 2020, when the Armenian government admitted defeat and signed a cease-fire agreement with Azerbaijan. The nearly 30-year-old conflict finally has come to an end.