"Turkey's EU moment
The European Union made the historic decision to in effect allow Turkey to become a bonafide member. That decision will be felt far beyond the borders of Europe.
At an EU summit in Brussels, European leaders set Oct. 3 to start formal entry talks, which would pave the way for membership. Up until now, Turkey has been brought close to, but not quite inside, the European fold. In 1963, Turkey signed an association agreement with the European Union's precursor, the European Community. That deal, broadly recognized as a glorified trade deal, appeared to imply the possibility of eventual full membership."
More:Turkey's EU moment - The Washington Times: Editorials/OP-ED - December 18, 2004
