Since coming to power in 2003, Recep Tayyip Erdogan has been a transformative figure in Turkish politics. Initially as Prime Minister and then as President, Erdogan has overseen significant changes in Turkey’s economic, social, and political landscape. His policies have often been controversial, yet they have undeniably shaped Turkey’s trajectory in the 21st century. This [...]
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Turkey’s ‘precious absence’ in the region
Haziran 27th, 2015 oztarsu
A number of discussions have taken place on how an influential foreign policy could be implemented in a delicate time period. Turkey’s foreign policy has turned from strategic depth to precious loneliness. Some argue that Turkey remains lonely and alienated because it is addressing human rights violations alone, without the Middle East’s support. This does not [...]