"Turkish economy finds its feet on path to EU
Progress has been so great that economists are starting to ask if EU membership is still needed to lock in long-term prosperity
By DAREN BUTLER
Istanbul _ Turkey's long-suffering economy is learning to stand on its own feet as the date for the start of its European Union entry talks looms on Oct 3. Supported by the twin crutches of IMF cash and the EU entry hopes since emerging from a 2001 financial crisis, Turkey is now attracting more than admiring glances from foreign investors.
There is no stronger illustration of the growing confidence than a faltering privatisation programme which has broken into a sprint this year. "
More:Bangkok Post Wednesday 21 September 2005 - Turkish economy finds its feet on path to EU
