Sunday, January 27, 2008

Turkey to become world’s top 10 economies in 15 years: Turkish Foreign Minister

"Turkey to become world’s top 10 economies in 15 years: Turkish Foreign Minister
Between 2002-2006, Turkey’s economic growth averaged 7.5%, while in 2007, it is estimated to have been around 4-5% because of drought and higher energy prices
AP
Davos: Turkey expects to move into the world’s top 10 economies in 15 years as it steps up major reforms and becomes a more European country, Foreign Minister Ali Babacan said on Saturday, 26 January.
He said Turkey is preparing for European Union membership despite opposition led by French President Nicolas Sarkozy, who has tried to shift the goal of talks to a lesser partnership."

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