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Tuesday, November 14, 2006

EU awaits details of bill on charities in Turkey

"EU awaits details of bill on charities in Turkey

Representatives of Turkey's numerous charitable foundations, all falling under the domain of the state-run General Directorate for Religious Property (Vakuf), are still awaiting to see details of a draft bill passed by the Turkish assembly, expected to be unveiled later on Monday.

According to reports here, European diplomats and representatives of the EU Commission in Ankara referred to a 'wait and see' attitude on whether numerous demands by Europe and private foundations in the country will be fulfilled with the new law. "

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