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Friday, February 25, 2011

Turkey refuses to ink EU readmission deal

"Turkey refuses to ink EU readmission deal

Following the EU’s failure to take step on a visa facility for Turks upon opposition from some member states, Ankara has declared it will not sign a readmission agreement.

Saying the EU's decision did not meet Turkey's expectations, Foreign Minister Ahmet Davutoğlu told reporters late Thursday: “Today's reports are talking about a visa dialogue without a clear target for visa exemption. Our stance is clear. Turkey in no way accepts a treatment different than that of any other country.""

More:Turkey refuses to ink EU readmission deal - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review