"Tale of a Turkish-American friendship
Enjoy Robin Ryczek's essay about a friend she made through Cultures in Harmony:
In March 2007, I received confirmation that I was going to participate in my first two Cultures in Harmony projects. It was my first summer to travel abroad since a jaunt to Paris my junior year of college in 2002. But this time I was not going to Germany to visit Bach’s church, nor to Vienna to celebrate Mozart’s music as many of my colleagues had done before me. I was packing for two countries – one of which I had to look up on a map to learn which continent it belonged to. I was packing for Turkey and Tunisia."
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Sunday, August 31, 2008
Youth art competition for the future of Europe
"Youth art competition for the future of Europe
Monday, September 1, 2008
Within a contest, organized as a part of a year-long project 'Cultural Communication: Active European Citizenship through Arts and Music,' students from Germany, Greece and Turkey expressed their ideas about European community and Europe's future by means of posters and songs. The winners of the contest is now on display at the Istanbul's Pera Art Gallery"
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Monday, September 1, 2008
Within a contest, organized as a part of a year-long project 'Cultural Communication: Active European Citizenship through Arts and Music,' students from Germany, Greece and Turkey expressed their ideas about European community and Europe's future by means of posters and songs. The winners of the contest is now on display at the Istanbul's Pera Art Gallery"
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Turkey Economy Watch: Turkeys Trade Deficit Widens In July
"Turkeys Trade Deficit Widens In July
According to the provisional data from Turkstat, exports were up by 40.8% year on year in July (and reached to 12,583 Million Dollars), while were up by 35% (and reached to 20,537 Million Dollars)."
MOre:Turkey Economy Watch: Turkeys Trade Deficit Widens In July
According to the provisional data from Turkstat, exports were up by 40.8% year on year in July (and reached to 12,583 Million Dollars), while were up by 35% (and reached to 20,537 Million Dollars)."
MOre:Turkey Economy Watch: Turkeys Trade Deficit Widens In July
Berlin's Turkish Soccer Team Thrives in Regional League | Sports | Deutsche Welle | 31.08.2008
"Berlin's Turkish Soccer Team Thrives in Regional League
It doesn't have its own pitch and the team's organization is chaotic at best, but the Turkiyemspor soccer club has become the third best in the German capital. But can they survive the demanding world of German soccer?"
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It doesn't have its own pitch and the team's organization is chaotic at best, but the Turkiyemspor soccer club has become the third best in the German capital. But can they survive the demanding world of German soccer?"
More:Berlin's Turkish Soccer Team Thrives in Regional League | Sports | Deutsche Welle | 31.08.2008
FTN - Turkish Airlines Achieves 219pct Net Profit Increase
"Turkish Airlines Achieves 219pct Net Profit Increase
Written by Ozgur Tore
Sunday, 31 August 2008
Turkish Airlines has announced its Consolidated Financial Results for the 1H 2008 period. According to its financials, THY was able to achieve 219% increase on Net Profit of $208 mn.
Although, fuel price increased by 61% which resulted additional cost of $258mn, Operating Profit increased by 25% to $267mn, net operating margin and net profit margin increased by 13% and 10% respectively."
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Written by Ozgur Tore
Sunday, 31 August 2008
Turkish Airlines has announced its Consolidated Financial Results for the 1H 2008 period. According to its financials, THY was able to achieve 219% increase on Net Profit of $208 mn.
Although, fuel price increased by 61% which resulted additional cost of $258mn, Operating Profit increased by 25% to $267mn, net operating margin and net profit margin increased by 13% and 10% respectively."
More:FTN - Turkish Airlines Achieves 219pct Net Profit Increase
OMV Plans to Set Up a Gas-fired Power Plant in Turkey
"OMV Plans to Set Up a Gas-fired Power Plant in Turkey
Sunday, August 31, 2008
OMV, Central Europe’s leading oil and gas company, strengthens its power generation activities using natural gas. After the kick off for the set up of a 860 MW gas-fired power plant at the Petrom refinery in Petrobrazi (Romania) and the planning of a gas-fired power plant in Haiming (Germany), OMV has taken a further step towards the forward integration of the gas value chain into power generation: OMV Power International, a wholly owned subsidiary of OMV Gas & Power GmbH, signed a share purchase agreement to acquire 60% of the Turkish Borasco Elektrik Üretim Sanayi ve Ticaret A.S."
More:OilVoice | OMV Plans to Set Up a Gas-fired Power Plant in Turkey
Sunday, August 31, 2008
OMV, Central Europe’s leading oil and gas company, strengthens its power generation activities using natural gas. After the kick off for the set up of a 860 MW gas-fired power plant at the Petrom refinery in Petrobrazi (Romania) and the planning of a gas-fired power plant in Haiming (Germany), OMV has taken a further step towards the forward integration of the gas value chain into power generation: OMV Power International, a wholly owned subsidiary of OMV Gas & Power GmbH, signed a share purchase agreement to acquire 60% of the Turkish Borasco Elektrik Üretim Sanayi ve Ticaret A.S."
More:OilVoice | OMV Plans to Set Up a Gas-fired Power Plant in Turkey
Turkey to participate world’s largest running event
"Turkey to participate world’s largest running event
Turkey is among 25 countries holding world’s largest running event, the Human race, in which 1,000,000 runners world wide will line up to race simultaneously."
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Turkey is among 25 countries holding world’s largest running event, the Human race, in which 1,000,000 runners world wide will line up to race simultaneously."
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New hotel to bring Turkish delights to Dubai
"New hotel to bring Turkish delights to Dubai
Chiefs at Rixos Hotels Group are gearing up for the much anticipated November opening of the Ottoman Palace, which will feature the largest Turkish spa in the world."
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Chiefs at Rixos Hotels Group are gearing up for the much anticipated November opening of the Ottoman Palace, which will feature the largest Turkish spa in the world."
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Turkey lays out plans for Caucasian alliance as Georgian FM in Istanbul
"Turkey lays out plans for Caucasian alliance as Georgian FM in Istanbul
A Turkish delegation would visit Yerevan to hold meetings with their Armenian counterparts to convey Turkey's proposal for a Caucasus alliance, Turkish Foreign Minister Ali Babacan said Sunday after meeting with his Georgian counterpart in Istanbul."
More:Turkey lays out plans for Caucasian alliance as Georgian FM in Istanbul
A Turkish delegation would visit Yerevan to hold meetings with their Armenian counterparts to convey Turkey's proposal for a Caucasus alliance, Turkish Foreign Minister Ali Babacan said Sunday after meeting with his Georgian counterpart in Istanbul."
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Turkey’s troubles in the Caucasus
"Turkey’s troubles in the Caucasus
Aug 30th, 2008 by MESH
From Michael Reynolds
The outbreak of the Russian-Georgian War earlier this month apparently caught Ankara as poorly prepared as it caught Washington. The Turkish Foreign Ministry’s section dealing with the Caucasus reportedly was virtually unstaffed. The head of the section was in Mosul on temporary assignment, the section’s number-two spot is empty and has been for the last six months. The number three was also away on temporary assignment in Nakhichevan and the other assigned section members were on vacation, thus forcing on-duty diplomats from other desks to scramble."
More:Middle East Strategy at Harvard
Aug 30th, 2008 by MESH
From Michael Reynolds
The outbreak of the Russian-Georgian War earlier this month apparently caught Ankara as poorly prepared as it caught Washington. The Turkish Foreign Ministry’s section dealing with the Caucasus reportedly was virtually unstaffed. The head of the section was in Mosul on temporary assignment, the section’s number-two spot is empty and has been for the last six months. The number three was also away on temporary assignment in Nakhichevan and the other assigned section members were on vacation, thus forcing on-duty diplomats from other desks to scramble."
More:Middle East Strategy at Harvard
Russia intensifies control of Turkish goods exported through Europe
"Russia intensifies control of Turkish goods exported through Europe
Russia has intensified control of Turkish goods sent to Russia from Europe, Turkish Trade Minister Kursad Tuzmen said on Sunday. Turkish PM earlier said he would discuss problems with Russia during Russian FM's visit to Turkey."
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Russia has intensified control of Turkish goods sent to Russia from Europe, Turkish Trade Minister Kursad Tuzmen said on Sunday. Turkish PM earlier said he would discuss problems with Russia during Russian FM's visit to Turkey."
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Six dead after PKK attack on Turkish military base | International | Reuters
"Six dead after PKK attack on Turkish military base
TUNCELI, Turkey (Reuters) - Four Turkish security personnel and two Kurdish separatists were killed early on Sunday after rebels launched a rocket attack on a military station in eastern Turkey, a security source told Reuters."
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TUNCELI, Turkey (Reuters) - Four Turkish security personnel and two Kurdish separatists were killed early on Sunday after rebels launched a rocket attack on a military station in eastern Turkey, a security source told Reuters."
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Four soldiers killed, 4 others injured in PKK attack in eastern Turkey
"Four soldiers killed, 4 others injured in PKK attack in eastern Turkey
Four Turkish soldiers were killed and four others were wounded early on Sunday in an armed attack carried out by outlawed PKK separatists on a gendarmerie station in an eastern province of Turkey, Dogan News Agency reported. Two PKK separatists were also killed in the clashes that ocurred after the attack."
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Four Turkish soldiers were killed and four others were wounded early on Sunday in an armed attack carried out by outlawed PKK separatists on a gendarmerie station in an eastern province of Turkey, Dogan News Agency reported. Two PKK separatists were also killed in the clashes that ocurred after the attack."
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Turkey’s Choice: Russia Or NATO?
"TURKEY’S CHOICE: RUSSIA OR NATO?
By Brother Nathanael Kapner, Copyright 2008
VLADIMIR PUTIN HAS LOOKED INTO THE SOUL of the West and has decided that the NATO participating nations of Europe need Russia more than they need NATO. And one NATO-participating nation in particular, Turkey, is being put to the wall to decide against both the US and NATO in favor of Moscow. "
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By Brother Nathanael Kapner, Copyright 2008
VLADIMIR PUTIN HAS LOOKED INTO THE SOUL of the West and has decided that the NATO participating nations of Europe need Russia more than they need NATO. And one NATO-participating nation in particular, Turkey, is being put to the wall to decide against both the US and NATO in favor of Moscow. "
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Bulgaria Border Checkpoints Jammed by Turkish Transit Vehicles: Bulgaria Border Checkpoints Jammed by Turkish Transit Vehicles
"Bulgaria Border Checkpoints Jammed by Turkish Transit Vehicles
30 August 2008, Saturday
The line of waiting vehicles at the Bulgarian border checkpoint Kalotina has reached 2 kilometers Saturday afternoon, according to the announcement of the Bulgarian Directorate 'Border Police.'"
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30 August 2008, Saturday
The line of waiting vehicles at the Bulgarian border checkpoint Kalotina has reached 2 kilometers Saturday afternoon, according to the announcement of the Bulgarian Directorate 'Border Police.'"
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"A View from the Bosphorus"
"'A View from the Bosphorus'
Let me take you on a journey to İstanbul. I strongly recommend you to visit this magnificent city. Didim is reasonably well positioned for the trip by direct overnight bus or perhaps as point of arrival in, or departure from Turkey. While beach holidays should not be confused with city tourism, İstanbul is in a league of its own and more than merits a visit. A two or three day stay will initially suffice to whet your appetite."
More:Voices Newspaper Altinkum Didim Turkey - "A View from the Bosphorus"
Let me take you on a journey to İstanbul. I strongly recommend you to visit this magnificent city. Didim is reasonably well positioned for the trip by direct overnight bus or perhaps as point of arrival in, or departure from Turkey. While beach holidays should not be confused with city tourism, İstanbul is in a league of its own and more than merits a visit. A two or three day stay will initially suffice to whet your appetite."
More:Voices Newspaper Altinkum Didim Turkey - "A View from the Bosphorus"
Politics, not religion 'behind Turkey killings'
"Politics, not religion 'behind Turkey killings'
Saturday, 30th August 2008. 7:30pm
By: George Conger.
Politics, not religion, may have been the motive for the killing of three Christians last year in Turkey, according to testimony presented in the trial of five men accused of the murders."
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Saturday, 30th August 2008. 7:30pm
By: George Conger.
Politics, not religion, may have been the motive for the killing of three Christians last year in Turkey, according to testimony presented in the trial of five men accused of the murders."
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AFP: Algerian spurns wife who dreams of affair with Turkish soap star
"Algerian spurns wife who dreams of affair with Turkish soap star
11 hours ago
ALGIERS (AFP) — An Algerian man has spurned his wife for fantasising about an affair with the star of a Turkish soap opera which has riveted audiences here all summer, the Arab daily Ech-chourrouk reported Saturday.
The 40-year-old man reportedly demanded a divorce after his wife confided in a neighbour that she would like to have an affair 'if only in her dreams' with Mohannad, hero of the soap 'Nour.'"
More:AFP: Algerian spurns wife who dreams of affair with Turkish soap star
11 hours ago
ALGIERS (AFP) — An Algerian man has spurned his wife for fantasising about an affair with the star of a Turkish soap opera which has riveted audiences here all summer, the Arab daily Ech-chourrouk reported Saturday.
The 40-year-old man reportedly demanded a divorce after his wife confided in a neighbour that she would like to have an affair 'if only in her dreams' with Mohannad, hero of the soap 'Nour.'"
More:AFP: Algerian spurns wife who dreams of affair with Turkish soap star
Huge distillery nears start in Turkey
"Huge distillery nears start in Turkey
In the gastronomic universe, Turkey is known for its excellent cuisine, but not so much for its adult beverages. A group of investors hopes to change that with a new distillery aimed at producing spirits for international consumption."
More:Dowd's Spirits Notebook: Huge distillery nears start in Turkey
In the gastronomic universe, Turkey is known for its excellent cuisine, but not so much for its adult beverages. A group of investors hopes to change that with a new distillery aimed at producing spirits for international consumption."
More:Dowd's Spirits Notebook: Huge distillery nears start in Turkey
Same old battle lines in Turkey
"Same old battle lines in Turkey
Sunday, August 31, 2008
By Ibon Villelabeitia
Tensions between Turkey’s government and its powerful generals will continue clouding the future of the European Union-applicant country, after the new military commander warned against the rising profile of Islam."
More:Same old battle lines in Turkey
Sunday, August 31, 2008
By Ibon Villelabeitia
Tensions between Turkey’s government and its powerful generals will continue clouding the future of the European Union-applicant country, after the new military commander warned against the rising profile of Islam."
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Escape to Istanbul's secret island
"Escape to Istanbul's secret island
Linsey McNeill loved the museums and bazaars of the Turkish capital, but it was the beaches of the Princes' Islands that finally won over her kids
My seven-year-old son slumped onto the heavily patterned carpet of Istanbul's Blue Mosque and looked up at me with a crumpled face. 'Mum, it's just a big empty room,' he moaned. I turned to his sister Emelye, nine, who, a little earlier, had seemed intrigued by the sound of the mullah calling Muslims to prayer. 'Look at all the beautiful tiles on the walls,' I whispered. Em shrugged before collapsing onto the carpet next to Luke."
More:Escape to Istanbul's secret island | Travel | The Observer
Linsey McNeill loved the museums and bazaars of the Turkish capital, but it was the beaches of the Princes' Islands that finally won over her kids
My seven-year-old son slumped onto the heavily patterned carpet of Istanbul's Blue Mosque and looked up at me with a crumpled face. 'Mum, it's just a big empty room,' he moaned. I turned to his sister Emelye, nine, who, a little earlier, had seemed intrigued by the sound of the mullah calling Muslims to prayer. 'Look at all the beautiful tiles on the walls,' I whispered. Em shrugged before collapsing onto the carpet next to Luke."
More:Escape to Istanbul's secret island | Travel | The Observer
Georgian, Russian FMs expected in Turkey
"Georgian, Russian FMs expected in Turkey
Published: 8/30/2008
ANKARA - The foreign ministers of Georgia and Russia are expected to visit Turkey separately in a few days' time for talks on the escalating crisis in the Caucasus, a government official said Friday."
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Published: 8/30/2008
ANKARA - The foreign ministers of Georgia and Russia are expected to visit Turkey separately in a few days' time for talks on the escalating crisis in the Caucasus, a government official said Friday."
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Ancient Turkish city waits to be unearthed
"Ancient Turkish city waits to be unearthed
An ancient city in western Turkey, discovered by smugglers of ancient artifacts at an illegal excavation six years ago and recovered with soil by officials, is now waiting to be unearthed."
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An ancient city in western Turkey, discovered by smugglers of ancient artifacts at an illegal excavation six years ago and recovered with soil by officials, is now waiting to be unearthed."
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Turkey to drill seven or eight oil wells in Black Sea » Turkey Financial News
"Turkey to drill seven or eight oil wells in Black Sea
Posted by meb at August 30th, 2008
State-owned Turkish Petroleum Corporation (TPAO) is set to drill seven or eight new deep oil wells in the Black Sea, TPAO Chairman Mehmet Uysal said on Friday, the Anatolian Agency reported."
More:Turkey to drill seven or eight oil wells in Black Sea » Turkey Financial News
Posted by meb at August 30th, 2008
State-owned Turkish Petroleum Corporation (TPAO) is set to drill seven or eight new deep oil wells in the Black Sea, TPAO Chairman Mehmet Uysal said on Friday, the Anatolian Agency reported."
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Ambitious Turkey makes first major move for Africa’s heart
"Ambitious Turkey makes first major move for Africa’s heart
With Africa attracting growing interest among leading and emerging economic powers, Turkey has become the latest country to seek a strategic relationship with the continent."
More:DAILY NATION - Ambitious Turkey makes first major move for Africa’s heart
With Africa attracting growing interest among leading and emerging economic powers, Turkey has become the latest country to seek a strategic relationship with the continent."
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Turkey set to retaliate against Russian trade restrictions » Turkey Financial News
"Turkey set to retaliate against Russian trade restrictions
Foreign Trade Minister Kürşad Tüzmen announced on Friday that Turkey will begin implementing reciprocal measures on Monday in response to a recent increase in security measures leveled by Russia against Turkish exporters."
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Foreign Trade Minister Kürşad Tüzmen announced on Friday that Turkey will begin implementing reciprocal measures on Monday in response to a recent increase in security measures leveled by Russia against Turkish exporters."
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AUGUST COUNTRY SPECIAL: Today TURKEY
"AUGUST COUNTRY SPECIAL: Today TURKEY
30 August 2008
AUGUST COUNTRY SPECIAL: Today TURKEY
Being a candidate country on the brink of joining the European Union, Turkey has today achieved an economic and political stability after undergoing a financial crisis in 2001. This economic recovery was marked by a decrease in inflation rates and an increase in productivity. However, Turkey still has to overcome several obstacles in terms of education and employment."
More:ETF - News
30 August 2008
AUGUST COUNTRY SPECIAL: Today TURKEY
Being a candidate country on the brink of joining the European Union, Turkey has today achieved an economic and political stability after undergoing a financial crisis in 2001. This economic recovery was marked by a decrease in inflation rates and an increase in productivity. However, Turkey still has to overcome several obstacles in terms of education and employment."
More:ETF - News
Turkey readies for dialogue with Armenia over Caucasus plan
"Turkey readies for dialogue with Armenia over Caucasus plan
Thursday, August 21, 2008
With Turkey on tour promoting the creation of a Caucasus alliance platform following the Georgia-Russia war, it faces the difficult question of how to communicate this idea to Armenia. Before departing for Azerbaijan, Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, said Foreign Minister, Ali Babacan, will speak to his Russian counterpart Sergei Lavrov this week, “after which the format of the contacts with Armenia” will be determined."
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Thursday, August 21, 2008
With Turkey on tour promoting the creation of a Caucasus alliance platform following the Georgia-Russia war, it faces the difficult question of how to communicate this idea to Armenia. Before departing for Azerbaijan, Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, said Foreign Minister, Ali Babacan, will speak to his Russian counterpart Sergei Lavrov this week, “after which the format of the contacts with Armenia” will be determined."
More:Turkey readies for dialogue with Armenia over Caucasus plan - Turkish Daily News Aug 21, 2008
Turk pres to accept the invitation of Sargsyan to visit Armenia: report
"Turk pres to accept the invitation of Sargsyan to visit Armenia: report
Turkish President Abdullah Gul has accepted an invitation from his Armenian counterpart to watch the World Cup qualifier between the Turkish-Armenian national teams in Yerevan as the Turkish Foreign Ministry said the visit would contribute to renewed relations between the two countries, Vatan daily reported on Saturday."
More:Turk pres to accept the invitation of Sargsyan to visit Armenia: report
Turkish President Abdullah Gul has accepted an invitation from his Armenian counterpart to watch the World Cup qualifier between the Turkish-Armenian national teams in Yerevan as the Turkish Foreign Ministry said the visit would contribute to renewed relations between the two countries, Vatan daily reported on Saturday."
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Turkey threatens curbs as trade row escalates
"Turkey threatens curbs as trade row escalates
August 30, 2008
By Alex Barker in Ankara
Turkey yesterday threatened to restrict imports from Russia in a trade dispute that has highlighted Ankara's precarious diplomatic position between its Nato allies and Moscow.
Kursad Tuzmen, Turkey's foreign trade minister, said his country would impose unspecified curbs on Russian goods after thousands of Turkish trucks were held up at Russian border posts."
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August 30, 2008
By Alex Barker in Ankara
Turkey yesterday threatened to restrict imports from Russia in a trade dispute that has highlighted Ankara's precarious diplomatic position between its Nato allies and Moscow.
Kursad Tuzmen, Turkey's foreign trade minister, said his country would impose unspecified curbs on Russian goods after thousands of Turkish trucks were held up at Russian border posts."
More:georgiandaily.com - Turkey threatens curbs as trade row escalates
Principle of reciprocity exists in Turk-Russia relations
"Principle of reciprocity exists in Turk-Russia relations
Turkey's justice minister said on Saturday that there was a principle of reciprocity in interstate relations with Russia.
Turkish Justice Minister Mehmet Ali Sahin said that there were some problems with the movement of Turkish exports to Russia, and that a law of reciprocity was in effect between states."
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Turkey's justice minister said on Saturday that there was a principle of reciprocity in interstate relations with Russia.
Turkish Justice Minister Mehmet Ali Sahin said that there were some problems with the movement of Turkish exports to Russia, and that a law of reciprocity was in effect between states."
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Turkish Airlines to bid for stake in Bosnian carrier > AviationRecord.com - Latest and Breaking Aviation and Airline News > Search Results
"Turkish Airlines to bid for stake in Bosnian carrier
9:40 PM
ISTANBUL: The management board of Turkish Airlines has decided to bid for a 49% stake in Bosnia's BH Airlines."
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9:40 PM
ISTANBUL: The management board of Turkish Airlines has decided to bid for a 49% stake in Bosnia's BH Airlines."
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Turkey to relax restrictions on foreign investments in Turkish media
"Turkey to relax restrictions on foreign investments in Turkish media
August 30th, 2008 - 10:25 UTC by Andy Sennitt
Restrictions on foreign investor participation in Turkish broadcasting companies will be relaxed with amendments to be made to the current Radio and Television Supreme Council (RTÜK) Law, which currently allows foreign companies only partial ownership (up to 25 percent) of media institutions in Turkey."
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August 30th, 2008 - 10:25 UTC by Andy Sennitt
Restrictions on foreign investor participation in Turkish broadcasting companies will be relaxed with amendments to be made to the current Radio and Television Supreme Council (RTÜK) Law, which currently allows foreign companies only partial ownership (up to 25 percent) of media institutions in Turkey."
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Saturday, August 30, 2008
Turkey to France: Let us in
"Turkey to France: Let us in…
August 30, 2008
What is the nightmare scenario for the world today? It goes something like this.
Iran works full speed ahead to obtain nuclear weapons. The E.U. and U.S.A. are unable to discourage them in this process. Additionally, E.U. membership is blocked to Turkey by a number of factors but mostly France’s and Germany’s fear of the massive changes owing to Turkish immigration."
More:Turkey to France: Let us in… « Order Emerges
August 30, 2008
What is the nightmare scenario for the world today? It goes something like this.
Iran works full speed ahead to obtain nuclear weapons. The E.U. and U.S.A. are unable to discourage them in this process. Additionally, E.U. membership is blocked to Turkey by a number of factors but mostly France’s and Germany’s fear of the massive changes owing to Turkish immigration."
More:Turkey to France: Let us in… « Order Emerges
Biennial in Istanbul hosted artworks by 8 Turkic sculptors
"Biennial in Istanbul hosted artworks by 8 Turkic sculptors
Sculptors from Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, The 1st International Sculpture Biennial, organized by Maltepe University and Joint Administration of Turkish Culture and Arts (TURKSOY), ended in Istanbul on Friday."
More:World Bulletin [ Biennial in Istanbul hosted artworks by 8 Turkic sculptors ]
Sculptors from Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, The 1st International Sculpture Biennial, organized by Maltepe University and Joint Administration of Turkish Culture and Arts (TURKSOY), ended in Istanbul on Friday."
More:World Bulletin [ Biennial in Istanbul hosted artworks by 8 Turkic sculptors ]
Talat aims for solution this year
"Talat aims for solution this year
TURKISH Cypriot leader Mehmet Ali Talat said yesterday he hoped a solution to the division of Cyprus could be found by the end of the year.
'We aim to solve the Cyprus problem within 2008. We think that a solution is possible in this short time frame. We will be at the table with all our good will,' Talat told a news conference in Ankara ahead of peace talks on the island next week."
More: www.cyprus-mail.com
TURKISH Cypriot leader Mehmet Ali Talat said yesterday he hoped a solution to the division of Cyprus could be found by the end of the year.
'We aim to solve the Cyprus problem within 2008. We think that a solution is possible in this short time frame. We will be at the table with all our good will,' Talat told a news conference in Ankara ahead of peace talks on the island next week."
More: www.cyprus-mail.com
Turkey threatens trade restrictions against Russia
"Turkey threatens trade restrictions against Russia
Web posted at: 8/30/2008 3:57:13
Source ::: AFP
ankara • Turkey's foreign trade minister warned yesterday that his country would implement trade restrictions against Russia next week in retaliation for what he called similar measures against Turkish exports."
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Web posted at: 8/30/2008 3:57:13
Source ::: AFP
ankara • Turkey's foreign trade minister warned yesterday that his country would implement trade restrictions against Russia next week in retaliation for what he called similar measures against Turkish exports."
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Turkey threatens Russian trade curbs
"Turkey threatens Russian trade curbs
By Alex Barker in Ankara
Published: August 29 2008 23:43 | Last updated: August 29 2008 23:43
Turkey threatened on Friday to restrict imports from Russia in a trade dispute that has highlighted Ankara’s precarious diplomatic position between its Nato allies and Moscow."
More:FT.com / World - Turkey threatens Russian trade curbs
By Alex Barker in Ankara
Published: August 29 2008 23:43 | Last updated: August 29 2008 23:43
Turkey threatened on Friday to restrict imports from Russia in a trade dispute that has highlighted Ankara’s precarious diplomatic position between its Nato allies and Moscow."
More:FT.com / World - Turkey threatens Russian trade curbs
Thank God for philanthropists
"Thank God for philanthropists
Saturday, August 30, 2008
GİLA BENMAYOR
At the beginning of the week, we were in Ankara to attend a women entrepreneurs convention organized by The Union of Chambers and Commodity Exchanges of Turkey, or TOBB. "
More:Thank God for philanthropists - Turkish Daily News Aug 30, 2008
Saturday, August 30, 2008
GİLA BENMAYOR
At the beginning of the week, we were in Ankara to attend a women entrepreneurs convention organized by The Union of Chambers and Commodity Exchanges of Turkey, or TOBB. "
More:Thank God for philanthropists - Turkish Daily News Aug 30, 2008
Making most of 'Turkish Roulette'
"Making most of 'Turkish Roulette'
Saturday, August 30, 2008
Briton Steve Pheby knows about the twists and turns of life in Turkey. After years in the country's casino business, he says he has lived for the moment and found in Turkey a community that is unparalled in Europe. He and his friends have extended a helping hand to expatriates by reinvigorating a Web site that they began a few years ago"
More:Making most of 'Turkish Roulette' - Turkish Daily News Aug 30, 2008
Saturday, August 30, 2008
Briton Steve Pheby knows about the twists and turns of life in Turkey. After years in the country's casino business, he says he has lived for the moment and found in Turkey a community that is unparalled in Europe. He and his friends have extended a helping hand to expatriates by reinvigorating a Web site that they began a few years ago"
More:Making most of 'Turkish Roulette' - Turkish Daily News Aug 30, 2008
Turkey celebrates Victory day
"Turkey celebrates Victory day
Saturday, August 30, 2008
The 86th anniversary of Turkish victory over Greek forces in the War of Independence will be remembered around the country and in Turkish representations around the world Saturday."
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Saturday, August 30, 2008
The 86th anniversary of Turkish victory over Greek forces in the War of Independence will be remembered around the country and in Turkish representations around the world Saturday."
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Two Turkish directors for the Golden Lion
"Two Turkish directors for the Golden Lion
Saturday, August 30, 2008
As the 65th Venice Film Festival kicks off, Turkey competes for the Golden Lion with two films, Semih Kaplanoğlu’s ‘Süt’ (Milk), the sequel to his acclaimed ‘Yumurta’ (Egg), and Turkish-Italian director Ferzan Özpetek’s ‘Un Giorno perfetto’ (A Perfect Day)"
More:Two Turkish directors for the Golden Lion - Turkish Daily News Aug 30, 2008
Saturday, August 30, 2008
As the 65th Venice Film Festival kicks off, Turkey competes for the Golden Lion with two films, Semih Kaplanoğlu’s ‘Süt’ (Milk), the sequel to his acclaimed ‘Yumurta’ (Egg), and Turkish-Italian director Ferzan Özpetek’s ‘Un Giorno perfetto’ (A Perfect Day)"
More:Two Turkish directors for the Golden Lion - Turkish Daily News Aug 30, 2008
Turkish vodka on the way to better of Russia's
"Turkish vodka on the way to better of Russia's
Saturday, August 30, 2008
Founded by businessmen in Antalya joining their capital and forces in an attempt to jointly master the adverse effects of the economic ups and downs common in Turkey, Antalya Alcoholic Drinks Inc. targets an annual production of 5 million liters of ethyl alcohol, Turkish raki and vodka. Having one of biggest production plants in Turkey, the company expects to contribute to the development of tourism and agriculture sectors in the region"
More:Turkish vodka on the way to better of Russia's - Turkish Daily News Aug 30, 2008
Saturday, August 30, 2008
Founded by businessmen in Antalya joining their capital and forces in an attempt to jointly master the adverse effects of the economic ups and downs common in Turkey, Antalya Alcoholic Drinks Inc. targets an annual production of 5 million liters of ethyl alcohol, Turkish raki and vodka. Having one of biggest production plants in Turkey, the company expects to contribute to the development of tourism and agriculture sectors in the region"
More:Turkish vodka on the way to better of Russia's - Turkish Daily News Aug 30, 2008
İlhan Berk dies at 90
"İlhan Berk dies at 90
Saturday, August 30, 2008
Award-winning Turkish poet İlhan Berk died Thursday at Bodrum State Hospital. He was 90. "
More:İlhan Berk dies at 90 - Turkish Daily News Aug 30, 2008
Saturday, August 30, 2008
Award-winning Turkish poet İlhan Berk died Thursday at Bodrum State Hospital. He was 90. "
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Bombardier's German Unit Wins $138 Million Contract To Supply Light Rail Vehicles In Turkey | AHN | August 30, 2008
"Bombardier's German Unit Wins $138 Million Contract To Supply Light Rail Vehicles In Turkey
Jupiter Kalambakal - AHN News Writer
Montreal, Quebec (AHN) - The German unit of Canadian conglomerate Bombardier announced Thursday that it won a $138 million contract from the Bursa Metropolitan Municipality in Turkey for the supply of 30 units of its Flexity Swift high-floor light rail vehicles."
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Jupiter Kalambakal - AHN News Writer
Montreal, Quebec (AHN) - The German unit of Canadian conglomerate Bombardier announced Thursday that it won a $138 million contract from the Bursa Metropolitan Municipality in Turkey for the supply of 30 units of its Flexity Swift high-floor light rail vehicles."
More:Bombardier's German Unit Wins $138 Million Contract To Supply Light Rail Vehicles In Turkey | AHN | August 30, 2008
Cologne approves mosque over far right's objections - International Herald Tribune
"Cologne approves mosque over far right's objections
FRANKFURT: The city council of Cologne has voted to allow construction of what will be one of the largest mosques in Germany, a plan that has drawn protests from residents and Cologne's Roman Catholic archbishop.
The vote late Thursday by most of the city's political parties cleared the way for the Ditib Turkish-Islamic umbrella group to build a new house of worship - complete with two 55-meter-tall, or 177-feet-tall, minarets - in the city's Ehrenfeld district."
More:Cologne approves mosque over far right's objections - International Herald Tribune
FRANKFURT: The city council of Cologne has voted to allow construction of what will be one of the largest mosques in Germany, a plan that has drawn protests from residents and Cologne's Roman Catholic archbishop.
The vote late Thursday by most of the city's political parties cleared the way for the Ditib Turkish-Islamic umbrella group to build a new house of worship - complete with two 55-meter-tall, or 177-feet-tall, minarets - in the city's Ehrenfeld district."
More:Cologne approves mosque over far right's objections - International Herald Tribune
New military boss, same old battle lines in Turkey | Special Coverage | Reuters
"New military boss, same old battle lines in Turkey
By Ibon Villelabeitia - Analysis
ANKARA (Reuters) - Tensions between Turkey's government and its powerful generals will continue clouding the future of the European Union-applicant country, after the new military commander warned against the rising profile of Islam."
More:New military boss, same old battle lines in Turkey | Special Coverage | Reuters
By Ibon Villelabeitia - Analysis
ANKARA (Reuters) - Tensions between Turkey's government and its powerful generals will continue clouding the future of the European Union-applicant country, after the new military commander warned against the rising profile of Islam."
More:New military boss, same old battle lines in Turkey | Special Coverage | Reuters
Report: Turkish police arrest 21 al-Qaida suspects in Istanbul
"Report: Turkish police arrest 21 al-Qaida suspects in Istanbul
www.chinaview.cn 2008-08-30 01:10:43
ANKARA, Aug. 29 (Xinhua) -- Some 21 suspected members of al-Qaida were arrested in a large operation in Turkey's largest city of Istanbul on Friday, the semi-official Anatolia news agency reported."
More:Report: Turkish police arrest 21 al-Qaida suspects in Istanbul_English_Xinhua
www.chinaview.cn 2008-08-30 01:10:43
ANKARA, Aug. 29 (Xinhua) -- Some 21 suspected members of al-Qaida were arrested in a large operation in Turkey's largest city of Istanbul on Friday, the semi-official Anatolia news agency reported."
More:Report: Turkish police arrest 21 al-Qaida suspects in Istanbul_English_Xinhua
Friday, August 29, 2008
Renault unveils car designed by Turkish, Romanian engineers (SETimes.com)
"Business: Renault unveils car designed by Turkish, Romanian engineers
Renault presented its new Symbol model, designed by engineers from Romania, France and Turkey, at the Moscow Auto Show on Tuesday (August 26th). Renault assembled the car in Turkey because of the country's proximity to markets in Central Europe, the Middle East and Africa."
More:Business: Renault unveils car designed by Turkish, Romanian engineers (SETimes.com)
Renault presented its new Symbol model, designed by engineers from Romania, France and Turkey, at the Moscow Auto Show on Tuesday (August 26th). Renault assembled the car in Turkey because of the country's proximity to markets in Central Europe, the Middle East and Africa."
More:Business: Renault unveils car designed by Turkish, Romanian engineers (SETimes.com)
Nobel laureate Pamuk publishes new book in Turkey | Entertainment | Reuters
"Nobel laureate Pamuk publishes new book in Turkey
ANKARA (Reuters) - Nobel Prize-winning Turkish writer Orhan Pamuk published a new book in Turkey on Friday, his first since obtaining the award."
More:Nobel laureate Pamuk publishes new book in Turkey | Entertainment | Reuters
ANKARA (Reuters) - Nobel Prize-winning Turkish writer Orhan Pamuk published a new book in Turkey on Friday, his first since obtaining the award."
More:Nobel laureate Pamuk publishes new book in Turkey | Entertainment | Reuters
Explosion sparks fire at Turkey gunpowder factory
"Explosion sparks fire at Turkey gunpowder factory
ISTANBUL, Turkey (AP) - Turkey's state-run news agency says an explosion has sparked a fire at a gunpowder factory in central Turkey.
The Anatolia news agency says the blast occurred at 2:50 p.m. (1150 GMT) in Kirikkale province. It's not immediately clear what caused the explosion and there are no immediate reports of casualties."
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ISTANBUL, Turkey (AP) - Turkey's state-run news agency says an explosion has sparked a fire at a gunpowder factory in central Turkey.
The Anatolia news agency says the blast occurred at 2:50 p.m. (1150 GMT) in Kirikkale province. It's not immediately clear what caused the explosion and there are no immediate reports of casualties."
More:Explosion sparks fire at Turkey gunpowder factory
Turkish soldier dies from injuries after bombing - International Herald Tribune
"Turkish soldier dies from injuries after bombing
ISTANBUL, Turkey: A Turkish news agency says a soldier died from injuries sustained in a car bombing by Kurdish rebels last week.
Dogan news agency said Friday that the soldier died after eight days at a hospital near Turkey's Aegean coast, where a car bomb last week injured 16 people, mostly police officers and soldiers."
More:Turkish soldier dies from injuries after bombing - International Herald Tribune
ISTANBUL, Turkey: A Turkish news agency says a soldier died from injuries sustained in a car bombing by Kurdish rebels last week.
Dogan news agency said Friday that the soldier died after eight days at a hospital near Turkey's Aegean coast, where a car bomb last week injured 16 people, mostly police officers and soldiers."
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Pegasus to expand UK-Turkey links
"Pegasus to expand UK-Turkey links
Friday, August 29, 2008
Chris Gray
Turkish no-frills carrier Pegasus Airlines plans to operate daily flights from Stansted to Istanbul by 2010 and then expand its services to Birmingham and Manchester.
The operator is increasing its Stansted frequencies from three to four times weekly on Monday and will add a fifth flight on October 1."
More:Pegasus to expand UK-Turkey links - Travel Trade Gazette
Friday, August 29, 2008
Chris Gray
Turkish no-frills carrier Pegasus Airlines plans to operate daily flights from Stansted to Istanbul by 2010 and then expand its services to Birmingham and Manchester.
The operator is increasing its Stansted frequencies from three to four times weekly on Monday and will add a fifth flight on October 1."
More:Pegasus to expand UK-Turkey links - Travel Trade Gazette
Turkey to launch action plan Sept. 1 on Russian efforts to curb trade
"Turkey to launch action plan Sept. 1 on Russian efforts to curb trade
Turkey will retaliate against its top trade partner Russia, which is holding thousands of Turkish trucks for inspection at border customs posts, Foreign Trade Minister Kursad Tuzmen said on Friday."
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Turkey will retaliate against its top trade partner Russia, which is holding thousands of Turkish trucks for inspection at border customs posts, Foreign Trade Minister Kursad Tuzmen said on Friday."
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Turkey to drill seven or eight oil wells in Black Sea
"Turkey to drill seven or eight oil wells in Black Sea
State-owned Turkish Petroleum Corporation (TPAO) is set to drill seven or eight new deep oil wells in the Black Sea, TPAO Chairman Mehmet Uysal said on Friday, the Anatolian Agency reported."
More:Turkey to drill seven or eight oil wells in Black Sea
State-owned Turkish Petroleum Corporation (TPAO) is set to drill seven or eight new deep oil wells in the Black Sea, TPAO Chairman Mehmet Uysal said on Friday, the Anatolian Agency reported."
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Turkey to apply same trade curbs to Russia
"Turkey to apply same trade curbs to Russia
Turkish State Minister Tuzmen said Friday Turkey would implement an action plan against Russia as of Monday, September 1st, 2008.
Friday, 29 August 2008 13:15
World Bulletin / News Desk
Turkish State Minister Kursad Tuzmen said Friday Turkey would implement an action plan against Russia as of Monday, September 1st, 2008, Anatolian News Agency reported."
More:World Bulletin [ Turkey to apply same trade curbs to Russia ]
Turkish State Minister Tuzmen said Friday Turkey would implement an action plan against Russia as of Monday, September 1st, 2008.
Friday, 29 August 2008 13:15
World Bulletin / News Desk
Turkish State Minister Kursad Tuzmen said Friday Turkey would implement an action plan against Russia as of Monday, September 1st, 2008, Anatolian News Agency reported."
More:World Bulletin [ Turkey to apply same trade curbs to Russia ]
EU should develop strategy with Turkey on Georgia: Official
"EU should develop strategy with Turkey on Georgia: Official
European Parliament member Cem Ozdemir said that 'EU will act wisely and intelligently if it includes Turkey to its strategy.'
Friday, 29 August 2008 13:27
European Parliament member Cem Ozdemir said on Friday that Turkey's role became more important because of the crisis in the region, and urged European Union to develop a strategy together with Turkey."
More:World Bulletin [ EU should develop strategy with Turkey on Georgia: Official ]
European Parliament member Cem Ozdemir said that 'EU will act wisely and intelligently if it includes Turkey to its strategy.'
Friday, 29 August 2008 13:27
European Parliament member Cem Ozdemir said on Friday that Turkey's role became more important because of the crisis in the region, and urged European Union to develop a strategy together with Turkey."
More:World Bulletin [ EU should develop strategy with Turkey on Georgia: Official ]
Asian Energy: NATO warships head for Black Sea oil port Constanta
"NATO warships head for Black Sea oil port Constanta
Tension on the rise in Black Sea, Turkey stuck in the middle
The tension in the Black Sea has increased steadily, placing Turkey in a very difficult position. The first challenge Turkey faced was the passage of U.S. warships through its straits carrying humanitarian aid to Georgia, a move slammed by Russia."
More:Asian Energy: NATO warships head for Black Sea oil port Constanta
Tension on the rise in Black Sea, Turkey stuck in the middle
The tension in the Black Sea has increased steadily, placing Turkey in a very difficult position. The first challenge Turkey faced was the passage of U.S. warships through its straits carrying humanitarian aid to Georgia, a move slammed by Russia."
More:Asian Energy: NATO warships head for Black Sea oil port Constanta
Turkey recently accelerates oil search: Minister
"Turkey recently accelerates oil search: Minister
Friday, 29 August 2008 13:00
The 9th International Energy Arena has begun in Istanbul.
Theme of this year's conference hosted by the Strategic Technic and Economic Research Center (STEAM) at the Ceylan Intercontinental Hotel is 'Strategy of Tomorrow for Oil'."
More:World Bulletin [ Turkey recently accelerates oil search: Minister ]
Friday, 29 August 2008 13:00
The 9th International Energy Arena has begun in Istanbul.
Theme of this year's conference hosted by the Strategic Technic and Economic Research Center (STEAM) at the Ceylan Intercontinental Hotel is 'Strategy of Tomorrow for Oil'."
More:World Bulletin [ Turkey recently accelerates oil search: Minister ]
Still Necessary to Review Relations between Azerbaijan and Turkey: Director of Human Rights Institute
"Still Necessary to Review Relations between Azerbaijan and Turkey: Director of Human Rights Institute
29.08.08 14:24
Azerbaijan, Baku, 29 August / Trend News corr. I.Alizade / The Human Rights Institute of the Azerbaijani National Academy of Sciences believes that if Armenia recognizes independence of North Cyprus Turkic Republic, relations between Azerbaijan and Turkey may strain."
More:Trend News : Still Necessary to Review Relations between Azerbaijan and Turkey: Director of Human Rights Institute
29.08.08 14:24
Azerbaijan, Baku, 29 August / Trend News corr. I.Alizade / The Human Rights Institute of the Azerbaijani National Academy of Sciences believes that if Armenia recognizes independence of North Cyprus Turkic Republic, relations between Azerbaijan and Turkey may strain."
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WWIII: Turkey's Options
"WWIII: Turkey's Options
STRATFOR -- If Turkey gets fed up with Russian bullying tactics, there is little stopping it from allowing an even greater buildup of NATO warships in the Black Sea to threaten the Russian underbelly.
Click for latest News on Summer 2008
With Cold War tensions building in the Black Sea, the Turks have gone into a diplomatic frenzy. Turkish Foreign Minister Ali Babacan had his phone glued to his ear on Thursday speaking to his U.S., U.K., German, French,Swedish and Finnish counterparts, as well as to the NATO secretary-general and various EU representatives. "
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STRATFOR -- If Turkey gets fed up with Russian bullying tactics, there is little stopping it from allowing an even greater buildup of NATO warships in the Black Sea to threaten the Russian underbelly.
Click for latest News on Summer 2008
With Cold War tensions building in the Black Sea, the Turks have gone into a diplomatic frenzy. Turkish Foreign Minister Ali Babacan had his phone glued to his ear on Thursday speaking to his U.S., U.K., German, French,Swedish and Finnish counterparts, as well as to the NATO secretary-general and various EU representatives. "
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Favoritism in the Classroom: A Study on Turkish Schools - Education - redOrbit
"Favoritism in the Classroom: A Study on Turkish Schools
Posted on: Friday, 29 August 2008, 03:00 CDT
By Aydogan, Ismail
Favoritism is among the most popular topics in educational institutions. Teachers are said to favor certain students over others at school and especially in their classes. Despite this popularity, there are very few studies on this topic. In Turkey, discussion of the topic does not go beyond newspaper articles. This study was therefore undertaken to establish the perceptions of Turkish high school students as to whether their teachers were engaged in favoritism."
More:Favoritism in the Classroom: A Study on Turkish Schools - Education - redOrbit
Posted on: Friday, 29 August 2008, 03:00 CDT
By Aydogan, Ismail
Favoritism is among the most popular topics in educational institutions. Teachers are said to favor certain students over others at school and especially in their classes. Despite this popularity, there are very few studies on this topic. In Turkey, discussion of the topic does not go beyond newspaper articles. This study was therefore undertaken to establish the perceptions of Turkish high school students as to whether their teachers were engaged in favoritism."
More:Favoritism in the Classroom: A Study on Turkish Schools - Education - redOrbit
Tension on the rise in Black Sea, Turkey stuck in the middle
"Tension on the rise in Black Sea, Turkey stuck in the middle
The tension in the Black Sea has increased steadily, placing Turkey in a very difficult position. The first challenge Turkey faced was the passage of U.S. warships through its straits carrying humanitarian aid to Georgia, a move slammed by Russia."
More:Tension on the rise in Black Sea, Turkey stuck in the middle
The tension in the Black Sea has increased steadily, placing Turkey in a very difficult position. The first challenge Turkey faced was the passage of U.S. warships through its straits carrying humanitarian aid to Georgia, a move slammed by Russia."
More:Tension on the rise in Black Sea, Turkey stuck in the middle
EU Membership Will Help Long-term Turkish Growth, Says Expert
"EU membership will help long-term Turkish growth, says expert
A property expert has said the Turkish market is growing quickly even without the country being a European Union (EU) member.
Turkey is a candidate for EU status but according to Liam Bailey, Property Wire's global markets expert, the country is already seeing a boom."
More:EU Membership Will Help Long-term Turkish Growth, Says Expert
A property expert has said the Turkish market is growing quickly even without the country being a European Union (EU) member.
Turkey is a candidate for EU status but according to Liam Bailey, Property Wire's global markets expert, the country is already seeing a boom."
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Irish delegation on trade mission to Turkey
"Irish delegation on trade mission to Turkey
By Sam ⋅ August 29, 2008 ⋅ Email this post ⋅ Print this post Print this post ⋅ Post a comment
Minister of State for Trade and Commerce in Ireland, John McGuinness is to lead a trade mission to Turkey in October.
Turkey is one of the fastest-growing economies in the world and has gradually opened up its markets to foreign business. The October 7th-9th trade mission will aim to increase Irish investments in Turkey."
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Minister of State for Trade and Commerce in Ireland, John McGuinness is to lead a trade mission to Turkey in October.
Turkey is one of the fastest-growing economies in the world and has gradually opened up its markets to foreign business. The October 7th-9th trade mission will aim to increase Irish investments in Turkey."
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Turkish Erdemir net profit up 119 pct in first half
"Turkish Erdemir net profit up 119 pct in first half
Turkish steel maker Erdemir posted a first-half consolidated net profit of 822 million YTL ($694 million), up 119 percent from a year earlier."
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Turkish steel maker Erdemir posted a first-half consolidated net profit of 822 million YTL ($694 million), up 119 percent from a year earlier."
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EU urges Cyprus to step up immigration controls on the Green Line
"EU urges Cyprus to step up immigration controls on the Green Line
By (Maria-Christina Doulami
THE European Commission has criticised Cyprus for not implementing stricter control at the Green Line crossing points and for not restricting the crossing of illegal immigrants into the Republic.
The annual Green Line Report issued by the European Commission reveals that the “the number of third country nationals crossing the Line illegally remains an area of serious concern”. In fact, according to data submitted by authorities of the Republic of Cyprus, in the period May 2007 to April 2008 “the total number of detected (or apprehended) illegal immigrants more than doubled (increase from 2,919 to 5,844), reaching the highest level ever”."
More: cyprus-mail.com
By (Maria-Christina Doulami
THE European Commission has criticised Cyprus for not implementing stricter control at the Green Line crossing points and for not restricting the crossing of illegal immigrants into the Republic.
The annual Green Line Report issued by the European Commission reveals that the “the number of third country nationals crossing the Line illegally remains an area of serious concern”. In fact, according to data submitted by authorities of the Republic of Cyprus, in the period May 2007 to April 2008 “the total number of detected (or apprehended) illegal immigrants more than doubled (increase from 2,919 to 5,844), reaching the highest level ever”."
More: cyprus-mail.com
Akuo Energy Wins Rights to Build 150 MW Turkish Wind Farm
"Akuo Energy Wins Rights to Build 150 MW Turkish Wind Farm
August 29, 2008
Source: New Energy Finance
French renewables investor and developer Akuo Energy will spend $309 million building Turkey's biggest wind farm as part of a much larger investment programme over the next five years.
In a statement, Akuo Energy said its subsidiary Perfect Wind has secured a licence to build the 150MW wind farm in the province of Kirsehir in central Turkey, 170km south-east of Ankara."
More:News - Clean Edge - The Clean-Tech Market Authority
August 29, 2008
Source: New Energy Finance
French renewables investor and developer Akuo Energy will spend $309 million building Turkey's biggest wind farm as part of a much larger investment programme over the next five years.
In a statement, Akuo Energy said its subsidiary Perfect Wind has secured a licence to build the 150MW wind farm in the province of Kirsehir in central Turkey, 170km south-east of Ankara."
More:News - Clean Edge - The Clean-Tech Market Authority
Armenian invitation to contribute solution of problems, Turkey says
"Armenian invitation to contribute solution of problems, Turkey says
Turkish President Abdullah Gul said his Armenian counterpart's invitation to watch a football game in Yerevan is an example showing that contribution to solving the problems could come from every level, adding he is still considering to accept the invitation or not."
More:Armenian invitation to contribute solution of problems, Turkey says
Turkish President Abdullah Gul said his Armenian counterpart's invitation to watch a football game in Yerevan is an example showing that contribution to solving the problems could come from every level, adding he is still considering to accept the invitation or not."
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As US vessels set sail to Black Sea
"As US vessels set sail to Black Sea
Friday, 29 August 2008 07:29
Finally, the US vessels passed through the Dardanelles and Bosporus straits to access the Black Sea. While the passage of the US vessels was compliant with the formal requirements of law -- i.e., the Montreux Convention of 1936 -- its compliance with the spirit of the convention is a big question mark."
More:World Bulletin [ Writer : Ali Bulaç ]
Friday, 29 August 2008 07:29
Finally, the US vessels passed through the Dardanelles and Bosporus straits to access the Black Sea. While the passage of the US vessels was compliant with the formal requirements of law -- i.e., the Montreux Convention of 1936 -- its compliance with the spirit of the convention is a big question mark."
More:World Bulletin [ Writer : Ali Bulaç ]
Ottoman Motifs To Be Introduced In New York Fashion Week
"Ottoman Motifs To Be Introduced In New York Fashion Week
Published: 8/29/2008
ANKARA - Ottoman motifs and Sultans` Signatures will be introduced in a catwalk show in New York, one of heartlands of fashion in the world."
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Published: 8/29/2008
ANKARA - Ottoman motifs and Sultans` Signatures will be introduced in a catwalk show in New York, one of heartlands of fashion in the world."
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Will Turkey Abandon NATO?
"Will Turkey Abandon NATO?
By ZEYNO BARAN
August 29, 2008; Page A15
Will Turkey side with the United States, its NATO ally, and let more U.S. military ships into the Black Sea to assist Georgia? Or will it choose Russia?"
More:Will Turkey Abandon NATO? - WSJ.com
By ZEYNO BARAN
August 29, 2008; Page A15
Will Turkey side with the United States, its NATO ally, and let more U.S. military ships into the Black Sea to assist Georgia? Or will it choose Russia?"
More:Will Turkey Abandon NATO? - WSJ.com
Thursday, August 28, 2008
Turkey: A Concrete Definition Will Open Doors « Diplomatic Courier’s Blog
"Turkey: A Concrete Definition Will Open Doors
August 28, 2008
By Jacinda Chan, Contributor
The Constitutional Court of Turkey-an independent judiciary-ruled against banning the ruling, Justice and Development Party, AKP, but decided to cut their funds by millions for going against secularism by lifting the headscarf ban at universities. Does this mean Turkey has become a truly democratic state?"
More:Turkey: A Concrete Definition Will Open Doors « Diplomatic Courier’s Blog
August 28, 2008
By Jacinda Chan, Contributor
The Constitutional Court of Turkey-an independent judiciary-ruled against banning the ruling, Justice and Development Party, AKP, but decided to cut their funds by millions for going against secularism by lifting the headscarf ban at universities. Does this mean Turkey has become a truly democratic state?"
More:Turkey: A Concrete Definition Will Open Doors « Diplomatic Courier’s Blog
Three giants step up to invest in Turkish energy
"Three giants step up to invest in Turkish energy
OMV, Lehman Brothers and MET Energy Systems, already partners in the Borasco Electricity Generation Ind., have decided to invest in the burgeoning Turkish energy market through the construction of a natural gas energy production center with a projected capacity of 890 megawatts."
More:Three giants step up to invest in Turkish energy
OMV, Lehman Brothers and MET Energy Systems, already partners in the Borasco Electricity Generation Ind., have decided to invest in the burgeoning Turkish energy market through the construction of a natural gas energy production center with a projected capacity of 890 megawatts."
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Vestel First to Announce DivX STB for European Market
"Vestel First to Announce DivX STB for European Market
Expands the DivX® Ecosystem for High-Quality Playback of Digital Video on Any Device
IFA 2008
SAN DIEGO & IZMIR, Turkey--(BUSINESS WIRE)--DivX, Inc. (NASDAQ:DIVX), a digital media company, and Vestel A.S. announced plans today to release a new STB from Vestel supporting the high-quality playback of DivX video. The new STB is currently being certified by DivX and is the first DivX capable STB to be announced for the European market, expanding the DivX ecosystem in this important emerging category."
More:Vestel First to Announce DivX STB for European Market
Expands the DivX® Ecosystem for High-Quality Playback of Digital Video on Any Device
IFA 2008
SAN DIEGO & IZMIR, Turkey--(BUSINESS WIRE)--DivX, Inc. (NASDAQ:DIVX), a digital media company, and Vestel A.S. announced plans today to release a new STB from Vestel supporting the high-quality playback of DivX video. The new STB is currently being certified by DivX and is the first DivX capable STB to be announced for the European market, expanding the DivX ecosystem in this important emerging category."
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Turkey: A precarious bridge between East and West
"Turkey: A precarious bridge between East and West
Turkey's position as a precarious bridge between East and West is highlighted once more as it is torn between its NATO obligations and its important trade partner Russia. Barriers at customs remind Turkey of the potential danger of upsetting Moscow, while NATO ships on the Black Sea armed with Tomahawks and anti-ship missiles irritate Russians"
More:Article
Turkey's position as a precarious bridge between East and West is highlighted once more as it is torn between its NATO obligations and its important trade partner Russia. Barriers at customs remind Turkey of the potential danger of upsetting Moscow, while NATO ships on the Black Sea armed with Tomahawks and anti-ship missiles irritate Russians"
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Turkey's location, a blessing or a curse?
"Turkey's location, a blessing or a curse?
Friday, August 29, 2008
Semih Idiz
During the Cold War, Turkey's �strategic location� used to be an asset that Ankara could take advantage of on many levels. After the collapse of the Soviet Union, however, this strategic location has become the source of major headaches for the country. Developments in the Southern Caucasus provide the last example to attest to this fact. "
More:Turkey's location, a blessing or a curse? - Turkish Daily News Aug 29, 2008
Friday, August 29, 2008
Semih Idiz
During the Cold War, Turkey's �strategic location� used to be an asset that Ankara could take advantage of on many levels. After the collapse of the Soviet Union, however, this strategic location has become the source of major headaches for the country. Developments in the Southern Caucasus provide the last example to attest to this fact. "
More:Turkey's location, a blessing or a curse? - Turkish Daily News Aug 29, 2008
Armenia expects 5,000 Turks for football game
"Armenia expects 5,000 Turks for football game
Friday, August 29, 2008
At least 5,000 Turkish football fans were expected to visit Armenia for their teams' World Cup qualifying round game in Yerevan, a high official in Armenian football said."
More:Armenia expects 5,000 Turks for football game - Turkish Daily News Aug 29, 2008
Friday, August 29, 2008
At least 5,000 Turkish football fans were expected to visit Armenia for their teams' World Cup qualifying round game in Yerevan, a high official in Armenian football said."
More:Armenia expects 5,000 Turks for football game - Turkish Daily News Aug 29, 2008
Talat hopes for Cyprus solution in 2008
"Talat hopes for Cyprus solution in 2008
Friday, August 29, 2008
Turkish Cypriot leader Mehmet Ali Talat said yesterday he hoped a solution to the Cyprus problem could be found by the end of the year. “We aim to solve the Cyprus problem within 2008. We think that a solution is possible in this short time frame. We will be at the table with all our goodwill,” Talat told a news conference in Ankara, ahead of peace talks next week between Greek and Turkish Cypriots on the Mediterranean island. Talat and Greek Cypriot leader Demetris Christofias are to launch comprehensive reunification talks Sept. 3, raising hopes of ending the deadlock."
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Friday, August 29, 2008
Turkish Cypriot leader Mehmet Ali Talat said yesterday he hoped a solution to the Cyprus problem could be found by the end of the year. “We aim to solve the Cyprus problem within 2008. We think that a solution is possible in this short time frame. We will be at the table with all our goodwill,” Talat told a news conference in Ankara, ahead of peace talks next week between Greek and Turkish Cypriots on the Mediterranean island. Talat and Greek Cypriot leader Demetris Christofias are to launch comprehensive reunification talks Sept. 3, raising hopes of ending the deadlock."
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Turkey moves ahead with 'unsatisfying' Caucasus diplomacy
"Turkey moves ahead with 'unsatisfying' Caucasus diplomacy
Friday, August 29, 2008
The shuttle diplomacy by Prime Minister Erdoğan following the war, encompassing visits to Moscow and Tbilisi, will be followed by official contacts in Istanbul with the foreign ministers of the rival sides. While Turkey is still engaged in diplomatic efforts for a solution to the crisis, analysts say its policy is far from satisfactory"
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Friday, August 29, 2008
The shuttle diplomacy by Prime Minister Erdoğan following the war, encompassing visits to Moscow and Tbilisi, will be followed by official contacts in Istanbul with the foreign ministers of the rival sides. While Turkey is still engaged in diplomatic efforts for a solution to the crisis, analysts say its policy is far from satisfactory"
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Turkey Is It East or West? - Baghdad Bureau - Iraq From the Inside - New York Times Blog
"Turkey — Is It East or West?
By Anwar Ali
Anwar J. Ali is an Iraqi journalist working for The New York Times in Baghdad. She recently went on vacation to Turkey. It was her second trip outside Iraq and her first outside the Arab world.
Before I went to Turkey I thought it was an Oriental country. After I arrived, and even though I’ve never been in Europe, I felt I was in a European world."
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By Anwar Ali
Anwar J. Ali is an Iraqi journalist working for The New York Times in Baghdad. She recently went on vacation to Turkey. It was her second trip outside Iraq and her first outside the Arab world.
Before I went to Turkey I thought it was an Oriental country. After I arrived, and even though I’ve never been in Europe, I felt I was in a European world."
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Turning against EU brings no democracy
"Turning against EU brings no democracy
Friday, August 29, 2008
HASAN CEMAL
Milliyet
Some circles who want to hamper Turkey's European Union bid, seek the media support because a top quality democracy is not welcomed in Turkey. "
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Friday, August 29, 2008
HASAN CEMAL
Milliyet
Some circles who want to hamper Turkey's European Union bid, seek the media support because a top quality democracy is not welcomed in Turkey. "
More:Turning against EU brings no democracy - Turkish Daily News Aug 29, 2008
Demolitions Continue In The “Gypsy” Neighborhood Of Istanbul
"Demolitions Continue In The “Gypsy” Neighborhood Of Istanbul
Demolitions continue in the Sulukule neighborhood of the Roma People in Istanbul. The members of the Sulukule Platform say that they are demolishing the buildings without taking precautions, while people and children are around. The people cannot even call for an ambulance."
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Demolitions continue in the Sulukule neighborhood of the Roma People in Istanbul. The members of the Sulukule Platform say that they are demolishing the buildings without taking precautions, while people and children are around. The people cannot even call for an ambulance."
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Turkey's new military chief promotes secularism - International Herald Tribune
"Turkey's new military chief promotes secularism
ISTANBUL, Turkey: Turkey's new military chief said Thursday that action is needed to ease concerns about the rising profile of Islam in this country, given its strong secular traditions."
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ISTANBUL, Turkey: Turkey's new military chief said Thursday that action is needed to ease concerns about the rising profile of Islam in this country, given its strong secular traditions."
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Legality of Earl of Elgin’s acquisition challenged by scholar - Times Online
"Legality of Earl of Elgin’s acquisition challenged by scholar
The new Acropolis Museum may prove to be the most lavishly appointed white elephant in history. Nothing will change the view of the British Government that the intended centrepiece, the magnificently sculpted Elgin Marbles, must remain permanently in the British Museum. "
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The new Acropolis Museum may prove to be the most lavishly appointed white elephant in history. Nothing will change the view of the British Government that the intended centrepiece, the magnificently sculpted Elgin Marbles, must remain permanently in the British Museum. "
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Turkish president calls for Cyprus solution under UN framework_English_Xinhua
"Turkish president calls for Cyprus solution under UN framework
www.chinaview.cn 2008-08-28 22:54:29
ANKARA, Aug. 28 (Xinhua) -- Turkish President Abdullah Gul said Thursday that a solution in Cyprus could be found under the framework of UN secretary general's goodwill mission, based on realities of the island and with a new partnership to be established by two equal communities and two founder countries."
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www.chinaview.cn 2008-08-28 22:54:29
ANKARA, Aug. 28 (Xinhua) -- Turkish President Abdullah Gul said Thursday that a solution in Cyprus could be found under the framework of UN secretary general's goodwill mission, based on realities of the island and with a new partnership to be established by two equal communities and two founder countries."
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Mubariz Ahmedoghlu: "If Armenians are a nation, if they have dignity, they should recognize independence of Nagorno Karabakh"
"Mubariz Ahmedoghlu: 'If Armenians are a nation, if they have dignity, they should recognize independence of Nagorno Karabakh'
28 August 2008 [18:00] - Today.Az
'If Armenians are a nation, if they have a dignity, their own history and personality, they should recognize independence of Nagorno Karabakh', said Mubariz Ahmedoghlu, head of the center for political innovations and technologies."
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28 August 2008 [18:00] - Today.Az
'If Armenians are a nation, if they have a dignity, their own history and personality, they should recognize independence of Nagorno Karabakh', said Mubariz Ahmedoghlu, head of the center for political innovations and technologies."
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SPLCenter.org: Genocide Denial
"Genocide Denial Scholar Claims Pressure to Deny Genocide
Intelligence Report
Fall 2008
'A perfect storm of silly allegations,' is how Institute of Turkish Studies Executive Director David Cuthell describes the barrage of media coverage ITS received early this summer regarding concerns that ITS, a nonprofit organization funded by the government of Turkey, is promoting denial of the Armenian genocide."
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Intelligence Report
Fall 2008
'A perfect storm of silly allegations,' is how Institute of Turkish Studies Executive Director David Cuthell describes the barrage of media coverage ITS received early this summer regarding concerns that ITS, a nonprofit organization funded by the government of Turkey, is promoting denial of the Armenian genocide."
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Turkey in tight spot between Russia and NATO | Special Coverage | Reuters
"Turkey in tight spot between Russia and NATO
ISTANBUL (Reuters) - NATO-member Turkey is treading a fine line between its loyalty to the alliance and its economic interests in its Black Sea neighbor Russia, with some fearing Ankara could find itself at the frontline of a new Cold War."
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ISTANBUL (Reuters) - NATO-member Turkey is treading a fine line between its loyalty to the alliance and its economic interests in its Black Sea neighbor Russia, with some fearing Ankara could find itself at the frontline of a new Cold War."
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Turkey to send 16 athletes to Beijing Paralympic Games_English_Xinhua
"Turkey to send 16 athletes to Beijing Paralympic Games
www.chinaview.cn 2008-08-28 19:52:04
Special Report: 2008 Olympic Games
ANKARA, Aug. 28 (Xinhua) -- Turkey will send a 16-athlete team to next month's Paralympic Games in Beijing, the semi-official Anatolia news agency reported on Thursday.
Ibrahim Gumusdal, secretary-general of Turkey's National Paralympic Committee, was quoted as saying that they are well prepared for the upcoming games."
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www.chinaview.cn 2008-08-28 19:52:04
Special Report: 2008 Olympic Games
ANKARA, Aug. 28 (Xinhua) -- Turkey will send a 16-athlete team to next month's Paralympic Games in Beijing, the semi-official Anatolia news agency reported on Thursday.
Ibrahim Gumusdal, secretary-general of Turkey's National Paralympic Committee, was quoted as saying that they are well prepared for the upcoming games."
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Turkey's Nobel laureate Pamuk to release new novel
"Turkey's Nobel laureate Pamuk to release new novel
World-famous Turkish novelist Orhan Pamuk, who was awarded with the Nobel Prize in Literature in 2006, focuses on love as well as details in daily life in his latest novel 'Masumiyet Muzesi', (the Museum of Innocence)."
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World-famous Turkish novelist Orhan Pamuk, who was awarded with the Nobel Prize in Literature in 2006, focuses on love as well as details in daily life in his latest novel 'Masumiyet Muzesi', (the Museum of Innocence)."
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Turkish Cypriot leader aims for solution in 2008 - swissinfo
"Turkish Cypriot leader aims for solution in 2008
Cyprus' President Dimitris Christofias (R) shakes hands with Turkish Cypriot leader Mehmet Ali Talat
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ANKARA (Reuters) - Turkish Cypriot leader Mehmet Ali Talat said on Thursday he hoped a solution to the problem of ethnically-divided Cyprus could be found by the end of the year.
'We aim to solve the Cyprus problem within 2008. We think that a solution is possible in this short time frame. We will be at the table with all our goodwill,' Talat told a news conference in Ankara ahead of peace talks next week between Greek and Turkish Cypriots on the Mediterranean island"
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Cyprus' President Dimitris Christofias (R) shakes hands with Turkish Cypriot leader Mehmet Ali Talat
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ANKARA (Reuters) - Turkish Cypriot leader Mehmet Ali Talat said on Thursday he hoped a solution to the problem of ethnically-divided Cyprus could be found by the end of the year.
'We aim to solve the Cyprus problem within 2008. We think that a solution is possible in this short time frame. We will be at the table with all our goodwill,' Talat told a news conference in Ankara ahead of peace talks next week between Greek and Turkish Cypriots on the Mediterranean island"
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Village people in Times and Winds| Film | This is London
"Village people in Times and Winds
By Derek Malcolm, Evening Standard 28.08.08
Though painfully slow to ignite and poetically portentous on occasions, Reha Erdem’s film about three children growing up in a remote Anatolian village, isolated by high mountains, has an impressive edge to it. It is shot with great care for the harsh beauty of the terrain, and seeks to show us both the travails of daily existence and the pain of adolescence."
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By Derek Malcolm, Evening Standard 28.08.08
Though painfully slow to ignite and poetically portentous on occasions, Reha Erdem’s film about three children growing up in a remote Anatolian village, isolated by high mountains, has an impressive edge to it. It is shot with great care for the harsh beauty of the terrain, and seeks to show us both the travails of daily existence and the pain of adolescence."
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French wind power firm to invest $306 mln in Turkey
"French wind power firm to invest $306 mln in Turkey
Turkey has a long coast in the sun-baked Mediterranean region, but investments in wind and solar energy are rare and the country imports most of its energy for consumption."
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Turkey has a long coast in the sun-baked Mediterranean region, but investments in wind and solar energy are rare and the country imports most of its energy for consumption."
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Turkey intensifies diplomatic efforts on Georgia
"Turkey intensifies diplomatic efforts on Georgia
Turkish Foreign Minister Ali Babacan held a series of talks in regard to the developments that have taken place in Georgia in the recent period, a statement by his ministry said on Thursday. Georgian and Russian foreign ministers to visit Turkey."
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Turkish Foreign Minister Ali Babacan held a series of talks in regard to the developments that have taken place in Georgia in the recent period, a statement by his ministry said on Thursday. Georgian and Russian foreign ministers to visit Turkey."
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Armenia pres says Turk Gul’s visit to open window of opportunities
"Armenia pres says Turk Gul’s visit to open window of opportunities
The visit of Turkish President Abdullah Gul to Armenia will boost the diplomatic ties between the two countries and open new windows of opportunity, Armenian President Serzh Sargsyan in said in an interview with Radikal daily on Thursday."
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The visit of Turkish President Abdullah Gul to Armenia will boost the diplomatic ties between the two countries and open new windows of opportunity, Armenian President Serzh Sargsyan in said in an interview with Radikal daily on Thursday."
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Georgia FM to visit Turkey
"Georgia FM to visit Turkey
Meanwhile, Babacan is also set to host his Russian counterpart Sergey Lavrov in Istanbul on September 2nd."
More:World Bulletin [ Georgia FM to visit Turkey ]
Meanwhile, Babacan is also set to host his Russian counterpart Sergey Lavrov in Istanbul on September 2nd."
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Turkish FM talks to US, EU officials before Lavrov visit ]
"Turkish FM talks to US, EU officials before Lavrov visit
Turkish Foreign Minister Ali Babacan held a series of talks in regard to the developments that have taken place in Georgia in the recent period."
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Turkish Foreign Minister Ali Babacan held a series of talks in regard to the developments that have taken place in Georgia in the recent period."
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Great achievement of Turkish physicians
"Great achievement of Turkish physicians
The Turkish Association for Cancer Research and Control has been chosen as the 'Best Organization of the Year Against Cancer' by the International Union Against Cancer (UICC) which considered the most important non-governmental organization in its area with 322 members in 102 countries."
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The Turkish Association for Cancer Research and Control has been chosen as the 'Best Organization of the Year Against Cancer' by the International Union Against Cancer (UICC) which considered the most important non-governmental organization in its area with 322 members in 102 countries."
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OMV To Buy 60% In Turkish Power Co, Builds 890MW Power Plant
"OMV To Buy 60% In Turkish Power Co, Builds 890MW Power Plant
Dow Jones
August 28, 2008: 04:17 AM EST
VIENNA -(Dow Jones)- Austrian oil and gas company OMV AG (OMV.VI) Thursday said it has taken steps to enter the Turkish electricity market with the acquisition of a 60% stake in electricity provider and producer Borasco Elektrik Ueretim Sanayi ve Ticaret A.S. and the construction of a EUR500 million gas- fired power plant."
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Dow Jones
August 28, 2008: 04:17 AM EST
VIENNA -(Dow Jones)- Austrian oil and gas company OMV AG (OMV.VI) Thursday said it has taken steps to enter the Turkish electricity market with the acquisition of a 60% stake in electricity provider and producer Borasco Elektrik Ueretim Sanayi ve Ticaret A.S. and the construction of a EUR500 million gas- fired power plant."
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Turkey Courts Namibia in UN Bid
"Turkey Courts Namibia in UN Bid
Thursday, 28th of August 2008
By Charles Tjatindi
WINDHOEK
Turkish President Abdullah Gul has expressed his country’s interest in strengthening bilateral relations between his country and Namibia.
Gul made the revelation on the sidelines of the just-ended Africa-Turkey Cooperation Summit, in a brief meeting with Namibia’s National Planning Commission (NPC) Director, Peter Katjavivi."
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Thursday, 28th of August 2008
By Charles Tjatindi
WINDHOEK
Turkish President Abdullah Gul has expressed his country’s interest in strengthening bilateral relations between his country and Namibia.
Gul made the revelation on the sidelines of the just-ended Africa-Turkey Cooperation Summit, in a brief meeting with Namibia’s National Planning Commission (NPC) Director, Peter Katjavivi."
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Turk Cypriot leader aims to solve Cyprus issue in 2008
"Turk Cypriot leader aims to solve Cyprus issue in 2008
Turkish Cypriot leader Mehmet Ali Talat said their aim is to solve the Cyprus issue within 2008, adding the situation on South Ossetia would have an impact on the island but declined to elaborate."
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Turkish Cypriot leader Mehmet Ali Talat said their aim is to solve the Cyprus issue within 2008, adding the situation on South Ossetia would have an impact on the island but declined to elaborate."
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Gen. Buyukanit to hand over the reigns of Turkey’s top military post
"Gen. Buyukanit to hand over the reigns of Turkey’s top military post
General Ilker Basbug would officially replace General Yasar Buyukanit, who held the top post of the Turkish army, NATO's second biggest, on Thursday.
This handover comes at a critical time given the fact that Turkey's Islamist-rooted ruling Justice and Development Party (AKP) survived from a closure case and amid growing tension in neighboring Caucasus."
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General Ilker Basbug would officially replace General Yasar Buyukanit, who held the top post of the Turkish army, NATO's second biggest, on Thursday.
This handover comes at a critical time given the fact that Turkey's Islamist-rooted ruling Justice and Development Party (AKP) survived from a closure case and amid growing tension in neighboring Caucasus."
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German electronics chain opens store in Turkey ]
"German electronics chain opens store in Turkey
The company decided to open stores abroad, and opened abroad store in France, Austria, Switzerland, Hungary, Poland, Italy, Spain, the Netherlands, Belgium, Portugal, Greece, Sweden and Russia."
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The company decided to open stores abroad, and opened abroad store in France, Austria, Switzerland, Hungary, Poland, Italy, Spain, the Netherlands, Belgium, Portugal, Greece, Sweden and Russia."
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The challenge for democracy
"The challenge for democracy
Wednesday, August 27, 2008
YUSUF KANLI
Olli Rehn, the European Commission's Commissioner for Enlargement, apparently has a perception problem and has developed the habit of seeing developments in Turkey through the lenses of the AKP, to be more precise, through the words of Ali Babacan, our very dear foreign minister who, until very recently, had forgotten that he was expected to defend the interests of Turkey abroad but instead became the minister in charge of defending the AKP abroad."
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Wednesday, August 27, 2008
YUSUF KANLI
Olli Rehn, the European Commission's Commissioner for Enlargement, apparently has a perception problem and has developed the habit of seeing developments in Turkey through the lenses of the AKP, to be more precise, through the words of Ali Babacan, our very dear foreign minister who, until very recently, had forgotten that he was expected to defend the interests of Turkey abroad but instead became the minister in charge of defending the AKP abroad."
More:The challenge for democracy - Turkish Daily News Aug 27, 2008
A precarious bridge between East and West
"A precarious bridge between East and West
Thursday, August 28, 2008
Turkey's position as a precarious bridge between East and West is highlighted once more as it is torn between its NATO obligations and its important trade partner Russia. Barriers at customs remind Turkey of the potential danger of upsetting Moscow, while NATO ships on the Black Sea armed with Tomahawks and anti-ship missiles irritate Russians"
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Thursday, August 28, 2008
Turkey's position as a precarious bridge between East and West is highlighted once more as it is torn between its NATO obligations and its important trade partner Russia. Barriers at customs remind Turkey of the potential danger of upsetting Moscow, while NATO ships on the Black Sea armed with Tomahawks and anti-ship missiles irritate Russians"
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A new step in the EU bid
"A new step in the EU bid
Thursday, August 28, 2008
BERİL DEDEOĞLU
Star
Relations with the European Union have been slowing down for a long time. The National Program, released last week to revive the ties, does not include bilateral relations with the EU. It rather focuses on Turkey and Turkish citizens and on bringing the EU's living standards to the country. "
More:A new step in the EU bid - Turkish Daily News Aug 28, 2008
Thursday, August 28, 2008
BERİL DEDEOĞLU
Star
Relations with the European Union have been slowing down for a long time. The National Program, released last week to revive the ties, does not include bilateral relations with the EU. It rather focuses on Turkey and Turkish citizens and on bringing the EU's living standards to the country. "
More:A new step in the EU bid - Turkish Daily News Aug 28, 2008
İzmir to have its own water council
"İzmir to have its own water council
Thursday, August 28, 2008
İzmir Metropolitan Mayor, Aziz Kocaoğlu, announced the establishment of a �water council� that will work to find solutions to the water problems in the region, especially addressing the water shortage problem by finding alternative water sources. Lead by Aziz Kocaoğlu, an assembly meeting was held in İzmir Metropolitan Municipality. Kocaoğlu expressed that the work related to İzmir's tap water will be conducted in collaboration with scientists and non-governmental organizations."
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Thursday, August 28, 2008
İzmir Metropolitan Mayor, Aziz Kocaoğlu, announced the establishment of a �water council� that will work to find solutions to the water problems in the region, especially addressing the water shortage problem by finding alternative water sources. Lead by Aziz Kocaoğlu, an assembly meeting was held in İzmir Metropolitan Municipality. Kocaoğlu expressed that the work related to İzmir's tap water will be conducted in collaboration with scientists and non-governmental organizations."
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Austrian Airlines attracts Turkish national carrier
"Austrian Airlines attracts Turkish national carrier
August 27th, 2008 by Andy Simpson
Turkish Airlines has formally expressed interest in purchasing Austria’s shares in Austrian Airlines, the country’s soon to be privatized flag carrier, according to a report published by the AFP news agency. Despite the fact that Austrian Airlines finds itself in a difficult financial situation, the Central European legacy carrier has managed to attract four serious bidders, including Lufthansa, a Russian company called S7, Air France-KLM and now Turkish Airlines."
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August 27th, 2008 by Andy Simpson
Turkish Airlines has formally expressed interest in purchasing Austria’s shares in Austrian Airlines, the country’s soon to be privatized flag carrier, according to a report published by the AFP news agency. Despite the fact that Austrian Airlines finds itself in a difficult financial situation, the Central European legacy carrier has managed to attract four serious bidders, including Lufthansa, a Russian company called S7, Air France-KLM and now Turkish Airlines."
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Turkish firm buys UK chocolate brand name ]
"Turkish firm buys UK chocolate brand name
Last year, Yildiz Holding acquired Godiva, a Belgium chocolate business renowned for its premium quality chocolate delights, for 850 million USD."
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Last year, Yildiz Holding acquired Godiva, a Belgium chocolate business renowned for its premium quality chocolate delights, for 850 million USD."
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Turkish teachers demand change in literature textbooks :: MENAFN - Middle East North Africa . Financial Network
"Turkish teachers demand change in literature textbooks
(MENAFN) A recent survey carried out by the Turkish Education Ministry showed that high school teachers are not satisfied with the content of Turkish literature courses on the national syllabus, the Turkish Daily Times reported.
The ministry conducted the survey to see if alterations it made to the content of the courses three years ago have worked or not. According to the survey results, the reorganized content of Turkish literature courses on the national syllabus is not at the level of high school students. Teachers argued that most of the texts in the textbooks were too long and students had difficulties in understanding them."
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(MENAFN) A recent survey carried out by the Turkish Education Ministry showed that high school teachers are not satisfied with the content of Turkish literature courses on the national syllabus, the Turkish Daily Times reported.
The ministry conducted the survey to see if alterations it made to the content of the courses three years ago have worked or not. According to the survey results, the reorganized content of Turkish literature courses on the national syllabus is not at the level of high school students. Teachers argued that most of the texts in the textbooks were too long and students had difficulties in understanding them."
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Turkey, Iran agree to coop on education more ]
"Turkey, Iran agree to coop on education more
Iranian Education Minister Ali-Ahmadi said they declared 2009 Turkey-Iran culture year adding that they were ready to work towards introducing more Turkish classes in Iran."
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Iranian Education Minister Ali-Ahmadi said they declared 2009 Turkey-Iran culture year adding that they were ready to work towards introducing more Turkish classes in Iran."
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Montreux And Turkey
"Montreux And Turkey
Published: 8/27/2008
BY NASUHI GUNGOR
STAR- We should be watching developments in the Caucasus more closely. Yesterday Russia officially recognized the independence of South Ossetia and Abkhazia, in response to requests from the two breakaway Georgian provinces, according to President Dmitry Medvedev. Considering the developments beginning with Georgia's attack on South Ossetia earlier this month, this latest move might not seem surprising. But in terms of the bigger picture, one can say that through its recognition Russia took a risky step in a thorny area."
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Published: 8/27/2008
BY NASUHI GUNGOR
STAR- We should be watching developments in the Caucasus more closely. Yesterday Russia officially recognized the independence of South Ossetia and Abkhazia, in response to requests from the two breakaway Georgian provinces, according to President Dmitry Medvedev. Considering the developments beginning with Georgia's attack on South Ossetia earlier this month, this latest move might not seem surprising. But in terms of the bigger picture, one can say that through its recognition Russia took a risky step in a thorny area."
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Wednesday, August 27, 2008
Fourteen PKK members killed in Bitlis
"Fourteen PKK members killed in Bitlis
Thursday, August 28, 2008
Turkish security forces killed 14 members of the outlawed Kurdistan Workers' Party, or PKK, late Tuesday in the southeastern province of Bitlis, the Anatolia news agency reported."
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Thursday, August 28, 2008
Turkish security forces killed 14 members of the outlawed Kurdistan Workers' Party, or PKK, late Tuesday in the southeastern province of Bitlis, the Anatolia news agency reported."
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Turkey, Europe and Asia
"Turkey, Europe and Asia
Posted in Asia, European Vacations by James on August 27, 2008
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Turkey is Anatolia, the land of many mothers, in Greek the land to the east. It’s the place where goddess figures were unearthed from their Neolithic tombs at Catal Höyük. The Copper & Bronze Ages thrived here, and the Hittites ruled a kingdom that rivaled Babylon and Egypt. At the crossroads of the silk and spice routes, Turkey is an open-air museum. Its beautiful cities have attracted visitors since ancient times."
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Posted in Asia, European Vacations by James on August 27, 2008
turkey-eph_edited-1.jpg
Turkey is Anatolia, the land of many mothers, in Greek the land to the east. It’s the place where goddess figures were unearthed from their Neolithic tombs at Catal Höyük. The Copper & Bronze Ages thrived here, and the Hittites ruled a kingdom that rivaled Babylon and Egypt. At the crossroads of the silk and spice routes, Turkey is an open-air museum. Its beautiful cities have attracted visitors since ancient times."
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Turkey's next military chief pledges to combat terrorism_English_Xinhua
"Turkey's next military chief pledges to combat terrorism
www.chinaview.cn 2008-08-28 01:24:33
ANKARA, Aug. 27 (Xinhua) -- Turkey's next Chief of General Staff General Ilker Basbug said on Wednesday that Turkey would continue to combat the outlawed Kurdish Workers' Party (PKK), which has been staging attacks against military and civilian targets in Turkey, the semi-official Anatolia news agency reported."
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www.chinaview.cn 2008-08-28 01:24:33
ANKARA, Aug. 27 (Xinhua) -- Turkey's next Chief of General Staff General Ilker Basbug said on Wednesday that Turkey would continue to combat the outlawed Kurdish Workers' Party (PKK), which has been staging attacks against military and civilian targets in Turkey, the semi-official Anatolia news agency reported."
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Russia Economy Watch: Russian Stocks Fall For Fourth Day, Turkish Companies Hit
"Wednesday, August 27, 2008
Russian Stocks Fall For Fourth Day, Turkish Companies Hit
Russia's Micex Index fell for a fourth day on Wednesday, on concern that the government's decision to recognize Georgia's breakaway regions will deepen a rift with the West and shake investor confidence. OAO Sberbank, Russia's biggest bank, reached its lowest level in almost two years amid speculation losses in the value of its government ruble-denominated bonds will erode its capital."
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Russian Stocks Fall For Fourth Day, Turkish Companies Hit
Russia's Micex Index fell for a fourth day on Wednesday, on concern that the government's decision to recognize Georgia's breakaway regions will deepen a rift with the West and shake investor confidence. OAO Sberbank, Russia's biggest bank, reached its lowest level in almost two years amid speculation losses in the value of its government ruble-denominated bonds will erode its capital."
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McGuinness to lead trade mission to Turkey - The Irish Times - Wed, Aug 27, 2008
"McGuinness to lead trade mission to Turkey
Minister of State for Trade and Commerce John McGuinness is to lead a trade mission to Turkey in October.
Turkey, which has applied for EU membership, is one of the fastest-growing economies in the world and has gradually opened up its markets to foreign business."
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Minister of State for Trade and Commerce John McGuinness is to lead a trade mission to Turkey in October.
Turkey, which has applied for EU membership, is one of the fastest-growing economies in the world and has gradually opened up its markets to foreign business."
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Gul: Turkey to contribute to safeguard Caucasus stability ]
"Gul: Turkey to contribute to safeguard Caucasus stability
Turkish President Gul said that 'Georgia's territorial integrity and sovereignty is of great importance. Its borders were recognized by the United Nations.'"
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Turkish President Gul said that 'Georgia's territorial integrity and sovereignty is of great importance. Its borders were recognized by the United Nations.'"
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Mahindra & Mahindra launches tractors in Turkey
"Mahindra & Mahindra launches tractors in Turkey
Press Trust Of India / New Delhi August 27, 2008, 18:45 IST
Auto major Mahindra & Mahindra (M&M) today said it has launched its tractors under three different ranges in Turkey in partnership with ILCE Group.
"We are delighted to launch our product range in Turkey which is a long-term, strategic market for us. With their strong and durable features, our tractors are ideal for the small and medium farmers who comprise close to 80 per cent of the farming community in Turkey," M&M President (Farm Equipment Sector) Anjanikumar Choudhari said in a statement. "
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Press Trust Of India / New Delhi August 27, 2008, 18:45 IST
Auto major Mahindra & Mahindra (M&M) today said it has launched its tractors under three different ranges in Turkey in partnership with ILCE Group.
"We are delighted to launch our product range in Turkey which is a long-term, strategic market for us. With their strong and durable features, our tractors are ideal for the small and medium farmers who comprise close to 80 per cent of the farming community in Turkey," M&M President (Farm Equipment Sector) Anjanikumar Choudhari said in a statement. "
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FT.com | Brussels Blog | EU population forecasts
"EU population forecasts
......One glaring omission from the Eurostat report is Turkey, an official candidate for EU membership. Hostility to Turkey’s bid in countries such as Austria and France stems partly from the objection that Turkey is already so big (more than 70m people) that its admission would fundamentally change the EU’s nature. But I see that, according to a recent United Nations Population Fund forecast, Turkey will keep on growing and have over 100m people by 2050.
Given what Eurostat is saying about population trends in existing EU member-states, it would seem that opposition to Turkey’s admission will just get stronger and stronger."
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......One glaring omission from the Eurostat report is Turkey, an official candidate for EU membership. Hostility to Turkey’s bid in countries such as Austria and France stems partly from the objection that Turkey is already so big (more than 70m people) that its admission would fundamentally change the EU’s nature. But I see that, according to a recent United Nations Population Fund forecast, Turkey will keep on growing and have over 100m people by 2050.
Given what Eurostat is saying about population trends in existing EU member-states, it would seem that opposition to Turkey’s admission will just get stronger and stronger."
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Turkey may lose its competitiveness in tourism
"Turkey may lose its competitiveness in tourism
Turkey is the sixth-most expensive country in the Mediterranean and as a result may lose its competitiveness according to a study conducted by weekly Turkish magazine Ekonomist, Turkish Daily News (TDN) reported on Wednesday."
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Turkey is the sixth-most expensive country in the Mediterranean and as a result may lose its competitiveness according to a study conducted by weekly Turkish magazine Ekonomist, Turkish Daily News (TDN) reported on Wednesday."
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Turkey to return to its former currency TL, replacing YTL in 2009
"Turkey to return to its former currency TL, replacing YTL in 2009
Turkey's former Turkish Lira (TL) currency would replace the New Turkish Lira (YTL), which was launched after the country removed six zeros from its currency, on Jan. 1, 2009."
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Turkey's former Turkish Lira (TL) currency would replace the New Turkish Lira (YTL), which was launched after the country removed six zeros from its currency, on Jan. 1, 2009."
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Renewable energy investment for Turkey
"Renewable energy investment for Turkey
Turkey’s renewable energy sector has received an investment from French wind power producer Perfect Wind who have announced plans to invest 210 million Euros in Turkey for a 150 megawatt wind power station."
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Turkey’s renewable energy sector has received an investment from French wind power producer Perfect Wind who have announced plans to invest 210 million Euros in Turkey for a 150 megawatt wind power station."
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Turkey has a rough road ahead
"Turkey has a rough road ahead
By Robert M Cutler
MONTREAL - The realities of Turkey's economy and politics would alone have killed off the summer revival in the country's stock markets. Russia's invasion of Georgia, on Turkey's back doorstep, made sure."
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By Robert M Cutler
MONTREAL - The realities of Turkey's economy and politics would alone have killed off the summer revival in the country's stock markets. Russia's invasion of Georgia, on Turkey's back doorstep, made sure."
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Legendary U.S. rockers R.E.M. to perform in Istanbul
"Legendary U.S. rockers R.E.M. to perform in Istanbul
Legendary U.S. rock band R.E.M. are scheduled to perform in Istanbul on Oct. 4.
Turkey is one stop on the band’s European tour to promote its latest studio album 'Accelerate'.
R.E.M. will perform at Istanbul's Kurucesme Arena."
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Legendary U.S. rock band R.E.M. are scheduled to perform in Istanbul on Oct. 4.
Turkey is one stop on the band’s European tour to promote its latest studio album 'Accelerate'.
R.E.M. will perform at Istanbul's Kurucesme Arena."
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Turkey’s Antalya grows fast in luxury yacht building
"Turkey’s Antalya grows fast in luxury yacht building
Turkey's southern city of Antalya is fast becoming a world renowned brand in the yacht-building sector, as yacht building companies work at full capacity to complete orders from around the world."
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Turkey's southern city of Antalya is fast becoming a world renowned brand in the yacht-building sector, as yacht building companies work at full capacity to complete orders from around the world."
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Evolution of Representing Migration in Turkish Film
"Evolution of Representing Migration in Turkish Film
Migration often brings with it the experience of disturbance and pain, and narrative films have usually focused on the exilic aspects of passage and resettlement. Changing places has traditionally been looked upon as something undesirable and traumatic. Take, for example, the films about the westward migrations of Turks. The anxiety linked to village-city migrations is explored in Turkish social realist masterpieces such as Halit Refig’s Gurbet Kuslari/ Birds of Exile (1964), in Zeki Ökten’s Sürü/Herd (1978, a film scripted by Yilmaz Güney), and in Ali Özgentürk’s At/Horse (1982)."
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Migration often brings with it the experience of disturbance and pain, and narrative films have usually focused on the exilic aspects of passage and resettlement. Changing places has traditionally been looked upon as something undesirable and traumatic. Take, for example, the films about the westward migrations of Turks. The anxiety linked to village-city migrations is explored in Turkish social realist masterpieces such as Halit Refig’s Gurbet Kuslari/ Birds of Exile (1964), in Zeki Ökten’s Sürü/Herd (1978, a film scripted by Yilmaz Güney), and in Ali Özgentürk’s At/Horse (1982)."
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Byzantium exhibit to live out Turks
"Byzantium exhibit to live out Turks
Wednesday, August 27, 2008
An exhibition titled 'Byzantium 330-1453,' to be held at the Royal Academy of Arts in London, has rejected objects from Turkish museums. The move has shocked Turkish museum directors and archeologists, especially considering the fact that modern day Turkey is located on the former home of the Byzantine Empire"
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Wednesday, August 27, 2008
An exhibition titled 'Byzantium 330-1453,' to be held at the Royal Academy of Arts in London, has rejected objects from Turkish museums. The move has shocked Turkish museum directors and archeologists, especially considering the fact that modern day Turkey is located on the former home of the Byzantine Empire"
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Turkey's asylum policy stuck on geographical barrier
"Turkey's asylum policy stuck on geographical barrier
Wednesday, August 27, 2008
FULYA ÖZERKAN
ANKARA – Turkish Daily News
Turkey's new national program regarding European Union accession has raised criticism for its failure to align the country's immigration and asylum policy with EU standards granting refugee status to asylum seekers from outside Europe."
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Wednesday, August 27, 2008
FULYA ÖZERKAN
ANKARA – Turkish Daily News
Turkey's new national program regarding European Union accession has raised criticism for its failure to align the country's immigration and asylum policy with EU standards granting refugee status to asylum seekers from outside Europe."
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Ergenekon and left
"Ergenekon and left
Wednesday, August 27, 2008
İSMET BERKAN
Radikal
I am not involving myself in Ergenekon and left discussions. Because I do not see myself as leftist, and I know that the left does not see me as close to them. And I think assessments made by leftists about Ergenekon are meaningless. Besides, it is unclear who means what when Ergenekon is at issue. "
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Wednesday, August 27, 2008
İSMET BERKAN
Radikal
I am not involving myself in Ergenekon and left discussions. Because I do not see myself as leftist, and I know that the left does not see me as close to them. And I think assessments made by leftists about Ergenekon are meaningless. Besides, it is unclear who means what when Ergenekon is at issue. "
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Turkey to map out a strategy with Turkish Cypriots before the talks
"Turkey to map out a strategy with Turkish Cypriots before the talks
Turkey will host a meeting with Turkish Cypriot officials to devise a common strategy before the reunification talks on the island scheduled on Sept. 3. Turkish Cypriot officials voice skepticisms about the Greek side’s intentions."
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Turkey will host a meeting with Turkish Cypriot officials to devise a common strategy before the reunification talks on the island scheduled on Sept. 3. Turkish Cypriot officials voice skepticisms about the Greek side’s intentions."
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TOBB Head Rifat Hisarciklioglu Urges Turkish Women To Take Active Part In Society
"TOBB Head Rifat Hisarciklioglu Urges Turkish Women To Take Active Part In Society
At the Turkish Union of Chambers of Commodities Exchanges (TOBB) first women entrepreneurs' conference yesterday, TOBB Pres. Rifat Hisarciklioglu called for positive discrimination to boost female employment and urged the Parliament to set up a commission on gender equality."
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At the Turkish Union of Chambers of Commodities Exchanges (TOBB) first women entrepreneurs' conference yesterday, TOBB Pres. Rifat Hisarciklioglu called for positive discrimination to boost female employment and urged the Parliament to set up a commission on gender equality."
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USA : Debut of ‘Istanbul: The City of the Sultans’ in New York - Fashion News USA
"Debut of ‘Istanbul: The City of the Sultans’ in New York
August 27, 2008 (USA)
Acclaimed Turkish designer Nedret Taciroglu will make her much-anticipated USA debut during New York’s Couture Fashion Week in September 2008 at the Westin Times Square in the heart of the Big Apple. Ms. Taciroglu will present her latest collection entitled “Istanbul: The City of the Sultans."
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August 27, 2008 (USA)
Acclaimed Turkish designer Nedret Taciroglu will make her much-anticipated USA debut during New York’s Couture Fashion Week in September 2008 at the Westin Times Square in the heart of the Big Apple. Ms. Taciroglu will present her latest collection entitled “Istanbul: The City of the Sultans."
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The conflict in Caucasia creates an opportunity for Northern Cyprus
"The conflict in Caucasia creates an opportunity for Northern Cyprus
The recent developments not only relaxed Russia but also forced its Kosovo policy into 'deadlock'. This situation has created a huge opportunity for Turkey in another conflicted region, Cyprus."
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The recent developments not only relaxed Russia but also forced its Kosovo policy into 'deadlock'. This situation has created a huge opportunity for Turkey in another conflicted region, Cyprus."
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Turning my lens on Istanbul
"Turning my lens on Istanbul
By RICK STEVES Tribune Media Services
Aug. 26, 2008, 11:07AM
Staring into a TV camera, I say, "Istanbul is one of the world's great cities, period. For thousands of years, this point, where East meets West, has been the crossroads of civilizations. Few places on earth have seen more history than this sprawling metropolis on the Bosphorus.""
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By RICK STEVES Tribune Media Services
Aug. 26, 2008, 11:07AM
Staring into a TV camera, I say, "Istanbul is one of the world's great cities, period. For thousands of years, this point, where East meets West, has been the crossroads of civilizations. Few places on earth have seen more history than this sprawling metropolis on the Bosphorus.""
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Big Turkish Weddings Ravaged by Runaway Inflation Erdogan Abets
"Big Turkish Weddings Ravaged by Runaway Inflation Erdogan Abets
By Steve Bryant and Ben Holland
Aug. 27 (Bloomberg) -- At Denizati, a bakery in Turkey's capital city of Ankara, customers can no longer afford the top-priced cream and pistachio wedding cakes because of high food and fuel prices. As the cost of flour and sugar has more than doubled since 2007, the family owned bakery has had to fire 4 of its 15 employees."
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By Steve Bryant and Ben Holland
Aug. 27 (Bloomberg) -- At Denizati, a bakery in Turkey's capital city of Ankara, customers can no longer afford the top-priced cream and pistachio wedding cakes because of high food and fuel prices. As the cost of flour and sugar has more than doubled since 2007, the family owned bakery has had to fire 4 of its 15 employees."
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Security Forces Impound 221 Kg Of Drug In Istanbul In Last Ten Days
"Security Forces Impound 221 Kg Of Drug In Istanbul In Last Ten Days
Published: 8/26/2008
ISTANBUL - Security forces have impounded 221 kg of illicit drug in the megacity of Istanbul in the last ten days."
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Published: 8/26/2008
ISTANBUL - Security forces have impounded 221 kg of illicit drug in the megacity of Istanbul in the last ten days."
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Deik Envisages To Lead Development Of Economic Relations With 15 African Countries
"Deik Envisages To Lead Development Of Economic Relations With 15 African Countries
Published: 8/26/2008
ISTANBUL - Chairman of Foreign Economic Relations Board of Turkey (DEIK) said on Wednesday that his board envisaged to lead development of economic relations with 15 African countries --where Republic of Turkey decided to open embassies-- by establishing business councils there."
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Published: 8/26/2008
ISTANBUL - Chairman of Foreign Economic Relations Board of Turkey (DEIK) said on Wednesday that his board envisaged to lead development of economic relations with 15 African countries --where Republic of Turkey decided to open embassies-- by establishing business councils there."
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Turkish Businessmen Make Important Investments In Africa
"Turkish Businessmen Make Important Investments In Africa
Published: 8/26/2008
ISTANBUL - 134 members of the Turkish Confederation of Businessmen and Industrialists (TUSKON) made important investments in Africa, its executive board chairman said on Wednesday."
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Published: 8/26/2008
ISTANBUL - 134 members of the Turkish Confederation of Businessmen and Industrialists (TUSKON) made important investments in Africa, its executive board chairman said on Wednesday."
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ANALYSIS: 'Fire in Neighbor's House' has Turkey on Edge
"ANALYSIS: 'Fire in Neighbor's House' has Turkey on Edge
ANKARA (Reuters)--The conflict between Russia and Georgia threatens to undermine NATO member Turkey's ambitions to become an energy hub and could exacerbate misgivings among EU states about expanding the bloc right up to the Caucasus.
The fighting over the breakaway region of South Ossetia, which has unsettled oil markets, is another reminder that Turkey, a country that wants to join the European Union, sits in a volatile region bordering Iran, Syria, Iraq and former Soviet republics."
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ANKARA (Reuters)--The conflict between Russia and Georgia threatens to undermine NATO member Turkey's ambitions to become an energy hub and could exacerbate misgivings among EU states about expanding the bloc right up to the Caucasus.
The fighting over the breakaway region of South Ossetia, which has unsettled oil markets, is another reminder that Turkey, a country that wants to join the European Union, sits in a volatile region bordering Iran, Syria, Iraq and former Soviet republics."
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Tuesday, August 26, 2008
Izmir International Fair is the oldest tradeshow in Turkey - DIDIMTODAY.COM ALTINKUM DIDIM AKBUK NEWS
"Izmir International Fair is the oldest tradeshow in Turkey
Izmir International Fair is the oldest tradeshow in Turkey. The fair will remain open till August 31st and nearly 1.5 million visitors are expected."
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Izmir International Fair is the oldest tradeshow in Turkey. The fair will remain open till August 31st and nearly 1.5 million visitors are expected."
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Bibliothekia: Ohh those Turks (and Greeks)
"Ohh those Turks (and Greeks)
If the last week on Bibliothekia has been about Google, the last month's bedside reading has been about Turkey. Hence the change of pace with this post. But back to Turkey, and in particular Brendan Shanahan's very funny, sometimes sad, often poignant, and always insightful rollicking ride through Istanbul and Turkey titled In Turkey I am beautiful. If you have not already heard it, track down Eartha Kitt singing 'Uska Dara – a Turkish Tale' it fits alongside Brendan's book perfectly."
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If the last week on Bibliothekia has been about Google, the last month's bedside reading has been about Turkey. Hence the change of pace with this post. But back to Turkey, and in particular Brendan Shanahan's very funny, sometimes sad, often poignant, and always insightful rollicking ride through Istanbul and Turkey titled In Turkey I am beautiful. If you have not already heard it, track down Eartha Kitt singing 'Uska Dara – a Turkish Tale' it fits alongside Brendan's book perfectly."
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Environment: Turkish PM attacks 'idle' green groups | World news | The Guardian
"Environment: Turkish PM attacks 'idle' green groups
* Robert Tait in Istanbul
Turkey's prime minister, Recep Tayyip Erdogan, known to prize his reputation for plain speaking, yesterday lambasted environmentalists as 'idle', saying they 'prance around' while doing nothing to protect nature."
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* Robert Tait in Istanbul
Turkey's prime minister, Recep Tayyip Erdogan, known to prize his reputation for plain speaking, yesterday lambasted environmentalists as 'idle', saying they 'prance around' while doing nothing to protect nature."
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Gulf Times – Nato has no business looking for members in the Caucasus - by Jonathan Steele
For the complete report from the Gulf Times click on this link
Nato has no business looking for members in the Caucasus - by Jonathan Steele
After a fortnight of conflict on the ground and a flurry of propaganda and debate in European capitals the South Ossetian crisis is winding down. One of the abiding images — a Russian masterstroke — will be the moving concert given by world-renowned Valery Gergiev, a South Ossetian, and the Mariinsky orchestra in the ruins of Tskhinvali, the town the Georgians destroyed. Another unforgettable memory will be Georgia’s flak-jacketed president cowering on the ground as a Russian plane flies over the town of Gori. Bravado turning into humiliation is a metaphor for the whole foolish adventure.
Georgian men are hospitable and engaging, but fond of bombast and empty macho gestures. Unlike the Chechens, who have fought Russians for centuries, Georgians prefer poetry and vineyards to the challenge of war. President Mikheil Saakashvili epitomises the style, made worse in his case by the lies he served up to deceive foreign opinion. He boasted of defeat. Georgia was being swallowed up, Tbilisi was on the verge of occupation, Russia was using weapons of mass destruction.
The biggest lie was his attempt to airbrush the fact that he created the crisis by launching an artillery barrage on the South Ossetian capital, which killed scores of civilians and 15 Russian peacekeepers. It was absurd to think Russia would not retaliate.
Report: Seven PKK rebels killed in clash in eastern Turkey
"Report: Seven PKK rebels killed in clash in eastern Turkey
www.chinaview.cn 2008-08-26 21:41:51
ANKARA, Aug. 26 (Xinhua) -- Seven militants of the outlawed Kurdish Workers' Party (PKK) and three Turkish village guards were killed in a clash between the PKK and the security forces in eastern Turkey, the semi-official Anatolia news agency reported Tuesday."
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www.chinaview.cn 2008-08-26 21:41:51
ANKARA, Aug. 26 (Xinhua) -- Seven militants of the outlawed Kurdish Workers' Party (PKK) and three Turkish village guards were killed in a clash between the PKK and the security forces in eastern Turkey, the semi-official Anatolia news agency reported Tuesday."
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EU clears Verbund, Sabanci purchase of Turkish power company | TFN News | Daily News | News | Hemscott
"EU clears Verbund, Sabanci purchase of Turkish power company
BRUSSELS (Thomson Financial) - The European Commission approved Austrian power group Verbund and Turkish conglomerate Sabanci's plans to jointly purchase Turkish electricity company Baskent EDAS (Bedas)."
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BRUSSELS (Thomson Financial) - The European Commission approved Austrian power group Verbund and Turkish conglomerate Sabanci's plans to jointly purchase Turkish electricity company Baskent EDAS (Bedas)."
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Turkish Iron Age style back in fashion
"Turkish Iron Age style back in fashion
Women in Turkey have been returning to 2,500-year-old fashions, as bracelets, earrings and other accessories styled after pieces in the Iron Age section of the Antalya Archeology Museum grow more popular by the day. Sales of imitation combs, bracelets and pinky rings based on pieces found in Kinet, a port city founded in sixth or fifth century BCE, have been soaring in the city of Dörtyol in the southeastern province of Hatay, local shopkeepers say."
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Women in Turkey have been returning to 2,500-year-old fashions, as bracelets, earrings and other accessories styled after pieces in the Iron Age section of the Antalya Archeology Museum grow more popular by the day. Sales of imitation combs, bracelets and pinky rings based on pieces found in Kinet, a port city founded in sixth or fifth century BCE, have been soaring in the city of Dörtyol in the southeastern province of Hatay, local shopkeepers say."
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Air Defense: Turks Buy Protection From Russian Weapons
"Turks Buy Protection From Russian Weapons
August 26, 2008: Turkey has spent $100 million to buy S-300V (SA-12), S-300 (SA-10) and Tor-M1 (SA-15) air defense systems from Ukraine and Belarus. The U.S. also did this in the 1990s, to develop electronic countermeasures against these systems. Turkey also wants to develop countermeasures, and sell hardware and software for this on the international market. The U.S. kept its countermeasures classified."
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August 26, 2008: Turkey has spent $100 million to buy S-300V (SA-12), S-300 (SA-10) and Tor-M1 (SA-15) air defense systems from Ukraine and Belarus. The U.S. also did this in the 1990s, to develop electronic countermeasures against these systems. Turkey also wants to develop countermeasures, and sell hardware and software for this on the international market. The U.S. kept its countermeasures classified."
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France's Perfect Wind to invest 210 mln euro in Turkey
"France's Perfect Wind to invest 210 mln euro in Turkey
French wind power producer Perfect Wind will invest 210 million euros ($306 million) in Turkey for a 150 megawatt wind power station, the company said in a statement on Tuesday."
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French wind power producer Perfect Wind will invest 210 million euros ($306 million) in Turkey for a 150 megawatt wind power station, the company said in a statement on Tuesday."
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Enis Berberoglu: What is going on in Turkey?
"Enis Berberoglu: What is going on in Turkey?
If someone came up to me last year and said:
The Turkish Armed Forces would agree with the Pentagon to crackdown on the PKK,
The governing party would spend six months dealing with a closure case,
Opponents of the ruling Justice and Development Party (AKP) (or the U.S.) would be suppressed in an operation referred to as Ergenekon.
We would all have laughed at this person.
But this is exactly what has happened."
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If someone came up to me last year and said:
The Turkish Armed Forces would agree with the Pentagon to crackdown on the PKK,
The governing party would spend six months dealing with a closure case,
Opponents of the ruling Justice and Development Party (AKP) (or the U.S.) would be suppressed in an operation referred to as Ergenekon.
We would all have laughed at this person.
But this is exactly what has happened."
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EU waits for Turkey to break its political crises cycle
"EU waits for Turkey to break its political crises cycle
Tuesday, August 26, 2008
Now is the time for Turkey to eliminate obstacles and to continue on its path to European Union accession, said the EU enlargement commissioner in an article he wrote for Turkish daily Milliyet, published yesterday."
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Tuesday, August 26, 2008
Now is the time for Turkey to eliminate obstacles and to continue on its path to European Union accession, said the EU enlargement commissioner in an article he wrote for Turkish daily Milliyet, published yesterday."
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Galatasaray signs Milan Baros
"Galatasaray signs Milan Baros
ISTANBUL, Turkey: Defending Turkish football champion Galatasaray has signed Czech striker Milan Baros from Lyon.
The 27-year-old Baros agreed to a three year contract, the Istanbul-based club said on its Web site Tuesday. He was expected to join the team on Thursday."
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ISTANBUL, Turkey: Defending Turkish football champion Galatasaray has signed Czech striker Milan Baros from Lyon.
The 27-year-old Baros agreed to a three year contract, the Istanbul-based club said on its Web site Tuesday. He was expected to join the team on Thursday."
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Turkey still a magnet for private equity funds
"Turkey still a magnet for private equity funds
Tuesday, August 26, 2008
Despite the ongoing global credit crunch, stable and promising markets such as Turkey continue to attract private equity investments. The first half of the year saw $2 billion in private equity fund investments"
More:Turkey still a magnet for private equity funds - Turkish Daily News Aug 26, 2008
Tuesday, August 26, 2008
Despite the ongoing global credit crunch, stable and promising markets such as Turkey continue to attract private equity investments. The first half of the year saw $2 billion in private equity fund investments"
More:Turkey still a magnet for private equity funds - Turkish Daily News Aug 26, 2008
Corio to invest €50 mln for a mall in southern Turkey
"Corio to invest €50 mln for a mall in southern Turkey
The Dutch real estate investment fund Corio would build a shopping center in Turkey’s southern town of Tarsus as it seeks to strengthen its presence in the country, the company said in a statement on Tuesday."
More:Corio to invest €50 mln for a mall in southern Turkey
The Dutch real estate investment fund Corio would build a shopping center in Turkey’s southern town of Tarsus as it seeks to strengthen its presence in the country, the company said in a statement on Tuesday."
More:Corio to invest €50 mln for a mall in southern Turkey
Fair dialogue, the best way forward
"Fair dialogue, the best way forward
Tuesday, August 26, 2008
HOVHANNES NIKOGHOSYAN
Turkey closed its border with Armenia in 1993 at the height of the conflict between Armenians and Azerbaijanis over Nagorno Karabakh, a conflict in which Turkey sided with Azerbaijan. At the time of the closure, the Russian media were speculating that Turkey might invade Armenia but was warned off by the head of Russia's General Staff, who was said to have told Ankara that to do so might start World War III. "
More:Fair dialogue, the best way forward - Turkish Daily News Aug 26, 2008
Tuesday, August 26, 2008
HOVHANNES NIKOGHOSYAN
Turkey closed its border with Armenia in 1993 at the height of the conflict between Armenians and Azerbaijanis over Nagorno Karabakh, a conflict in which Turkey sided with Azerbaijan. At the time of the closure, the Russian media were speculating that Turkey might invade Armenia but was warned off by the head of Russia's General Staff, who was said to have told Ankara that to do so might start World War III. "
More:Fair dialogue, the best way forward - Turkish Daily News Aug 26, 2008
Fishfarms: A national disgrace
"Fishfarms: A national disgrace
Tuesday, August 26, 2008
We bring up the same subjects at the same times each year only to forget them once again. In April, it is the Armenian issue. The Cyprus problem is raised during each EU council or parliament meeting. July-August is usually consecrated to the fish farm scandal. Now, I open the season with fish farms."
More:Fishfarms: A national disgrace - Turkish Daily News Aug 26, 2008
Tuesday, August 26, 2008
We bring up the same subjects at the same times each year only to forget them once again. In April, it is the Armenian issue. The Cyprus problem is raised during each EU council or parliament meeting. July-August is usually consecrated to the fish farm scandal. Now, I open the season with fish farms."
More:Fishfarms: A national disgrace - Turkish Daily News Aug 26, 2008
No women no growth
"No women no growth
Tuesday, August 26, 2008
MUSTAFA OĞUZ
ANKARA - Turkish Daily News
The umbrella organization for Turkish trade unions is set to increase the visibility of female entrepreneurs, who are significantly underrepresented in the Turkish economy, it announced yesterday. "
More:No women no growth - Turkish Daily News Aug 26, 2008
Tuesday, August 26, 2008
MUSTAFA OĞUZ
ANKARA - Turkish Daily News
The umbrella organization for Turkish trade unions is set to increase the visibility of female entrepreneurs, who are significantly underrepresented in the Turkish economy, it announced yesterday. "
More:No women no growth - Turkish Daily News Aug 26, 2008
Turkish capital markets pour $24 bln into economy since 2004
"Turkish capital markets pour $24 bln into economy since 2004
www.chinaview.cn 2008-08-26 15:23:43
ANKARA, Aug. 26 (Xinhua) -- Turkey's Capital Markets Board (SPK)President Turan Erol said Turkey's capital markets have channeled 24 billion U.S. dollars in financial resources to nonfinancial sectors since 2004, local Today's Zaman reported on Tuesday."
More:Turkish capital markets pour $24 bln into economy since 2004_English_Xinhua
www.chinaview.cn 2008-08-26 15:23:43
ANKARA, Aug. 26 (Xinhua) -- Turkey's Capital Markets Board (SPK)President Turan Erol said Turkey's capital markets have channeled 24 billion U.S. dollars in financial resources to nonfinancial sectors since 2004, local Today's Zaman reported on Tuesday."
More:Turkish capital markets pour $24 bln into economy since 2004_English_Xinhua
Turkey's first ballet competition nears finals
"Turkey's first ballet competition nears finals
Tuesday, August 26, 2008
A group of 36 dancers have progressed to the semifinals in the Istanbul International Ballet Competition, Turkey's first-ever ballet competition.
Organized by the State Opera and Ballet as part of the 2010 European Cultural Capital events, the competition will take place between Sept. 8 and 13 at the Cemal Reşit Rey Concert Hall. A panel of 11 judges, which includes world known Russian dancer Maya Plisetskaya, will choose the winners of the competition. "
More:Turkey's first ballet competition nears finals - Turkish Daily News Aug 26, 2008
Tuesday, August 26, 2008
A group of 36 dancers have progressed to the semifinals in the Istanbul International Ballet Competition, Turkey's first-ever ballet competition.
Organized by the State Opera and Ballet as part of the 2010 European Cultural Capital events, the competition will take place between Sept. 8 and 13 at the Cemal Reşit Rey Concert Hall. A panel of 11 judges, which includes world known Russian dancer Maya Plisetskaya, will choose the winners of the competition. "
More:Turkey's first ballet competition nears finals - Turkish Daily News Aug 26, 2008
Humble modest tenor goes on stage in the city
"Humble modest tenor goes on stage in the city
Tuesday, August 26, 2008
The world-renowned Greek tenor Mario Frangoulis, regarded as one of the closest successors to the throne of Pavarotti, will give a concert tonight in Istanbul's Kuruçeşme Arena. At a press conference held yesterday at Radisson SAS Hotel, he conveyed a message of peace"
More:Humble modest tenor goes on stage in the city - Turkish Daily News Aug 26, 2008
Tuesday, August 26, 2008
The world-renowned Greek tenor Mario Frangoulis, regarded as one of the closest successors to the throne of Pavarotti, will give a concert tonight in Istanbul's Kuruçeşme Arena. At a press conference held yesterday at Radisson SAS Hotel, he conveyed a message of peace"
More:Humble modest tenor goes on stage in the city - Turkish Daily News Aug 26, 2008
Holy Synod meeting of Fener Greek Patriarchate sparks debate in Turkey
"Holy Synod meeting of Fener Greek Patriarchate sparks debate in Turkey
A former Turkish mayor sought to block the meeting of the Holy Synod Assembly of the Fener Greek Patriarchate in Istanbul claiming that the meeting violated the Lausanne Treaty; while the Patriarchate defended it did not have a legal personality to be bound by the treaty."
More:Holy Synod meeting of Fener Greek Patriarchate sparks debate in Turkey
A former Turkish mayor sought to block the meeting of the Holy Synod Assembly of the Fener Greek Patriarchate in Istanbul claiming that the meeting violated the Lausanne Treaty; while the Patriarchate defended it did not have a legal personality to be bound by the treaty."
More:Holy Synod meeting of Fener Greek Patriarchate sparks debate in Turkey
Fighting Over Alcohol On Board Airplane
"Fighting Over Alcohol On Board Airplane
Alcoholic beverage consumption is increasingly becoming a problem in AKP-ruled Turkey. On Gaziantep-Istanbul domestic flight of Turkish Airlines [THY] fighting between business class passengers erupted over wine."
More:MEMRI Turkish Media Blog - Full Entry
Alcoholic beverage consumption is increasingly becoming a problem in AKP-ruled Turkey. On Gaziantep-Istanbul domestic flight of Turkish Airlines [THY] fighting between business class passengers erupted over wine."
More:MEMRI Turkish Media Blog - Full Entry
Pyla mukhtars hold press briefing
"Pyla mukhtars hold press briefing
By Staff Reporter
Turkish Cypriot mukhtar Necdet Ermetal and Greek Cypriot mukhtar Christakis Antoniou held a joint press conference at the Multi National Police Forces building in Pyla.
The two mukhtars said that although Turkish Cypriot and Greek Cypriot relations have been good, since March this year 10 serious incidents have broken out in the village."
More: Famagusta Gazette
By Staff Reporter
Turkish Cypriot mukhtar Necdet Ermetal and Greek Cypriot mukhtar Christakis Antoniou held a joint press conference at the Multi National Police Forces building in Pyla.
The two mukhtars said that although Turkish Cypriot and Greek Cypriot relations have been good, since March this year 10 serious incidents have broken out in the village."
More: Famagusta Gazette
Kewell a hit in Turkey
"Kewell a hit in Turkey
26 August 2008 | 08:43 - SBS EXCLUSIVE: Matthew Hall
Harry Kewell's dream start for new club Galatasaray has sparked a rush among fans of the Turkish champions for replica team shirts bearing the Australian's name."
More:SBS The World Game - Kewell a hit in Turkey
26 August 2008 | 08:43 - SBS EXCLUSIVE: Matthew Hall
Harry Kewell's dream start for new club Galatasaray has sparked a rush among fans of the Turkish champions for replica team shirts bearing the Australian's name."
More:SBS The World Game - Kewell a hit in Turkey
Monday, August 25, 2008
East, West, Istanbul`s best
"East, West, Istanbul's best
A seasoned traveler shares secrets about one of the most amazing destinations on earth.
Marcus Brewster
26 August 2008 01:18
Byzantium, Constantinople, Istanbul. If you like your travel redolent of exoticism, with the romance of history and the patina of nostalgia, Istanbul beckons. The Turkish city is no longer the capital (that honour was bestowed on Ankara in Central Anatolia in the earlier part of the 20th century), but straddling Europe and Asia, it's still a mega metropolis of some 11 million people. Effectively three land masses separated by a trio of evocative bodies of water - The Sea of Marmara, the Golden Horn, the Bosphorous - Istanbul is easy to love as a destination. Here are my top ten tips of where to go and what to see."
More:Moneyweb - Diversions - East, West, Istanbul`s best
A seasoned traveler shares secrets about one of the most amazing destinations on earth.
Marcus Brewster
26 August 2008 01:18
Byzantium, Constantinople, Istanbul. If you like your travel redolent of exoticism, with the romance of history and the patina of nostalgia, Istanbul beckons. The Turkish city is no longer the capital (that honour was bestowed on Ankara in Central Anatolia in the earlier part of the 20th century), but straddling Europe and Asia, it's still a mega metropolis of some 11 million people. Effectively three land masses separated by a trio of evocative bodies of water - The Sea of Marmara, the Golden Horn, the Bosphorous - Istanbul is easy to love as a destination. Here are my top ten tips of where to go and what to see."
More:Moneyweb - Diversions - East, West, Istanbul`s best
Facebook Population: A Global Breakdown
"Facebook Population: A Global Breakdown
A couple of weeks ago Facebook surpassed MySpace as the most-trafficked social media site in the world (comScore). What does it mean to carry a moniker such as this? I decided to crack open the Facebook ads and pages application to look at the numbers on a global level.
,,,Facebook Population By Region: all numbers current to last Friday (Aug 22nd 2008)
Top 8
1 USA 31,679,380 about 1 in 10
2 United Kingdom 12,216,660 about 1 in 5
3 Canada 9,878,540 about 1 in 3
4 Turkey 3,747,000 about 1 in 20
5 Australia 3,615,620 about 1 in 5
6 Chile 3,165,260 about 1 in 5
7 Colombia 2,959,020 about 1 in 14
8 France 2,605,980 about 1 in 19"
More:radical trust: Facebook Population: A Global Breakdown
A couple of weeks ago Facebook surpassed MySpace as the most-trafficked social media site in the world (comScore). What does it mean to carry a moniker such as this? I decided to crack open the Facebook ads and pages application to look at the numbers on a global level.
,,,Facebook Population By Region: all numbers current to last Friday (Aug 22nd 2008)
Top 8
1 USA 31,679,380 about 1 in 10
2 United Kingdom 12,216,660 about 1 in 5
3 Canada 9,878,540 about 1 in 3
4 Turkey 3,747,000 about 1 in 20
5 Australia 3,615,620 about 1 in 5
6 Chile 3,165,260 about 1 in 5
7 Colombia 2,959,020 about 1 in 14
8 France 2,605,980 about 1 in 19"
More:radical trust: Facebook Population: A Global Breakdown
YouTube returns to Turkey
"YouTube returns to Turkey
Chris Forrester, on 25-08-2008
Three months ago YouTube was banned throughout Turkey, found guilty of carrying a viewer’s clip (which some suggest was posted by a Greek user) that was deemed critical of modern Turkey’s “founder” Mustafa Ataturk (the comedy clip alleged that Ataturk was gay). Users found their access reinstated this past weekend although local reports say it will take a day or two for all ISP’s to get into line."
More:YouTube returns to Turkey - Rapid TV News
Chris Forrester, on 25-08-2008
Three months ago YouTube was banned throughout Turkey, found guilty of carrying a viewer’s clip (which some suggest was posted by a Greek user) that was deemed critical of modern Turkey’s “founder” Mustafa Ataturk (the comedy clip alleged that Ataturk was gay). Users found their access reinstated this past weekend although local reports say it will take a day or two for all ISP’s to get into line."
More:YouTube returns to Turkey - Rapid TV News
Turkey eyes fertiliser business in Kenya
"Turkey eyes fertiliser business in Kenya
NAIROBI, Aug. 25 (Xinhua): A Turkish manufacturing company is planning to visit Kenya to conduct a feasibility study on the viability of setting up a fertiliser manufacturing plant.
Kenyan Vice President Kalonzo Musyoka made the remarks in a statement recently after holding talks with leading Turkish industrialist Ahmet Calik and impressed on him the urgent need to set up fertiliser and textile manufacturing plants in Kenya."
More:Turkey eyes fertiliser business in Kenya
NAIROBI, Aug. 25 (Xinhua): A Turkish manufacturing company is planning to visit Kenya to conduct a feasibility study on the viability of setting up a fertiliser manufacturing plant.
Kenyan Vice President Kalonzo Musyoka made the remarks in a statement recently after holding talks with leading Turkish industrialist Ahmet Calik and impressed on him the urgent need to set up fertiliser and textile manufacturing plants in Kenya."
More:Turkey eyes fertiliser business in Kenya
Turkey To Be Promoted At 132 Tourism Fairs
"Turkey To Be Promoted At 132 Tourism Fairs PDF
Written by Ozgur Tore
Monday, 25 August 2008
Culture and Tourism Ministry announced the 2009 Tourism Fair Calendar that will be attended. Turkey will attend 132 tourism fairs in 47 countries.
The ministry aims to promote mostly its tourism destinations with support of advertisements published in all media channels.
Turkey will continue to attend big tourism events such as; Utrecht Fair in Netherlands, Fitur - Madrid, Bit - Milan, ITB - Berlin, MITT - Moscow, ATM - Dubai, WTM – London."
More:FTN - Turkey To Be Promoted At 132 Tourism Fairs
Written by Ozgur Tore
Monday, 25 August 2008
Culture and Tourism Ministry announced the 2009 Tourism Fair Calendar that will be attended. Turkey will attend 132 tourism fairs in 47 countries.
The ministry aims to promote mostly its tourism destinations with support of advertisements published in all media channels.
Turkey will continue to attend big tourism events such as; Utrecht Fair in Netherlands, Fitur - Madrid, Bit - Milan, ITB - Berlin, MITT - Moscow, ATM - Dubai, WTM – London."
More:FTN - Turkey To Be Promoted At 132 Tourism Fairs
Atomic Energy of Canada interested in Turkey project
"Atomic Energy of Canada interested in Turkey project
The Gazette
Canada's nuclear agency, Atomic Energy of Canada, was reported today as being among several international groups interested in building Turkey's first nuclear power station. Vinci, France's biggest construction firm, Suez, the Belgian-based power and water group, and China Guandong Nuclear Power, as well as AECL, sought full documentation from the Turkish Government. AECL would partner with other undisclosed companies. The plant would be built on the Mediterranean coast near Akkuyu and would cost $8 billion U.S."
Atomic Energy of Canada interested in Turkey project
The Gazette
Canada's nuclear agency, Atomic Energy of Canada, was reported today as being among several international groups interested in building Turkey's first nuclear power station. Vinci, France's biggest construction firm, Suez, the Belgian-based power and water group, and China Guandong Nuclear Power, as well as AECL, sought full documentation from the Turkish Government. AECL would partner with other undisclosed companies. The plant would be built on the Mediterranean coast near Akkuyu and would cost $8 billion U.S."
Atomic Energy of Canada interested in Turkey project
Turkey eyes EU funds for biotechnology project - NEW EUROPE - The European News Source
"Turkey eyes EU funds for biotechnology project
Genetically-modified food on the table
25 August 2008 - Issue : 796
Turkey recently received the first round of proposals for new projects aimed at tapping a 188 million Euro fund allocated by the European Union for biotechnology projects under the Seventh Framework Programme, Zaman reported. The programme funded 12 Turkish partners who took part in 11 projects last year, national coordinator of the programme Okan Kara said, adding that those projects were supported with a total of one million Euro. The Special Cooperation Program includes fields supported by the programme, namely food, agriculture, fisheries and biotechnology."
More:Turkey eyes EU funds for biotechnology project - NEW EUROPE - The European News Source
Genetically-modified food on the table
25 August 2008 - Issue : 796
Turkey recently received the first round of proposals for new projects aimed at tapping a 188 million Euro fund allocated by the European Union for biotechnology projects under the Seventh Framework Programme, Zaman reported. The programme funded 12 Turkish partners who took part in 11 projects last year, national coordinator of the programme Okan Kara said, adding that those projects were supported with a total of one million Euro. The Special Cooperation Program includes fields supported by the programme, namely food, agriculture, fisheries and biotechnology."
More:Turkey eyes EU funds for biotechnology project - NEW EUROPE - The European News Source
BP Says Tankers to Resume Loadings Tomorrow From BTC
"BP Says Tankers to Resume Loadings Tomorrow From BTC (Update2)
By Ayla Jean Yackley and Ladane Nasseri
Aug. 25 (Bloomberg) -- Tankers will begin loading oil tomorrow from the Baku-Tbilisi-Ceyhan pipeline for the first time since a fire affected the main outlet for Azeri crude to U.S. and European markets almost three weeks ago."
More:Bloomberg.com: U.K. & Ireland
By Ayla Jean Yackley and Ladane Nasseri
Aug. 25 (Bloomberg) -- Tankers will begin loading oil tomorrow from the Baku-Tbilisi-Ceyhan pipeline for the first time since a fire affected the main outlet for Azeri crude to U.S. and European markets almost three weeks ago."
More:Bloomberg.com: U.K. & Ireland
Turkey's real wealth lies beneath the ground
"Turkey's real wealth lies beneath the ground
Monday, August 25, 2008
Due to its complex geothermal structure Turkey is home to 77 out of 90 varieties of ore, which is currently traded in the global markets. Although Turkey currently produces only 60 types of minerals, it ranks among the countries with high potential"
More:Turkey's real wealth lies beneath the ground - Turkish Daily News Aug 25, 2008
Monday, August 25, 2008
Due to its complex geothermal structure Turkey is home to 77 out of 90 varieties of ore, which is currently traded in the global markets. Although Turkey currently produces only 60 types of minerals, it ranks among the countries with high potential"
More:Turkey's real wealth lies beneath the ground - Turkish Daily News Aug 25, 2008
Turkish wheelchair tennis gets international support for the paralympics
"Turkish wheelchair tennis gets international support for the paralympics
Monday, August 25, 2008
The two-person Turkish national disabled tennis team is busy preparing for the Paralympic Games, to be held Sept. 6 to 17 in Beijing. Kemal Okur and İbrahim Batmaz, two tennis players from the Sport Federation for the Physically Disabled have successfully completed their training at the Marmaris Panorama Park Hotel, the first and the only �handicap-friendly hotel� in Turkey, under the coaching of international trainers."
More:Turkish wheelchair tennis gets international support for the paralympics - Turkish Daily News Aug 25, 2008
Monday, August 25, 2008
The two-person Turkish national disabled tennis team is busy preparing for the Paralympic Games, to be held Sept. 6 to 17 in Beijing. Kemal Okur and İbrahim Batmaz, two tennis players from the Sport Federation for the Physically Disabled have successfully completed their training at the Marmaris Panorama Park Hotel, the first and the only �handicap-friendly hotel� in Turkey, under the coaching of international trainers."
More:Turkish wheelchair tennis gets international support for the paralympics - Turkish Daily News Aug 25, 2008
Balancing atop Kurdish trapeze
"Balancing atop Kurdish trapeze
Monday, August 25, 2008
Democratic Society Party, or DTP, leader Ahmet Türk argues that a cultural and political approach to the Kurdish problem is not only obligatory for a solution, it is the only way before the outlawed Kurdistan Workers’ Party, or PKK, will lay down its arms. But the “tutelage regime” in Turkey is a big obstacle in the way of any political attempt, Türk claims"
More:Balancing atop Kurdish trapeze - Turkish Daily News Aug 25, 2008
Monday, August 25, 2008
Democratic Society Party, or DTP, leader Ahmet Türk argues that a cultural and political approach to the Kurdish problem is not only obligatory for a solution, it is the only way before the outlawed Kurdistan Workers’ Party, or PKK, will lay down its arms. But the “tutelage regime” in Turkey is a big obstacle in the way of any political attempt, Türk claims"
More:Balancing atop Kurdish trapeze - Turkish Daily News Aug 25, 2008
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