"Erdoğan cancels Brussels visit
By Toby Vogel
28.02.2011 / 12:12 CET
Turkish prime minister returns home to attend funeral of country's first Islamist prime minister.
Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, Turkey's prime minister, has cancelled a visit to Brussels scheduled for tomorrow (1 March) in order to attend the funeral in Istanbul of Necmettin Erbakan, Turkey's first Islamist prime minister"
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Monday, February 28, 2011
Turkish sugar producer to invest in Brazil
"Turkish sugar producer to invest in Brazil
Konya Şeker, a fine example of the agricultural sector's integration with industry, is on the eve of investing in a production facility in Brazil, said Recep Konuk, chairman of the company. The fast-growing sugar producer will invest in any field related to farmers, he said. The collective body structured by agricultural cooperatives and a holding is also planning to invest more in the energy business"
More:Turkish sugar producer to invest in Brazil - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
Konya Şeker, a fine example of the agricultural sector's integration with industry, is on the eve of investing in a production facility in Brazil, said Recep Konuk, chairman of the company. The fast-growing sugar producer will invest in any field related to farmers, he said. The collective body structured by agricultural cooperatives and a holding is also planning to invest more in the energy business"
More:Turkish sugar producer to invest in Brazil - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
Turkey: Top Mardin carbonate yields heavy oil - Oil & Gas Journal
"Turkey: Top Mardin carbonate yields heavy oil
Feb 28, 2011
By OGJ editors
HOUSTON, Feb. 28 – The Altinakar-1 well on License 2674 in the Karakilise area of Turkey has drillstem tested 11-13° gravity oil from a carbonate zone near the top of the Cretaceous Mardin Group, said Valeura Energy Inc., Calgary.
The well produced 88 bbl of oil, 52 bbl of drilling mud, and no water in 11 hr of swabbing and flowing operations from a 6-m open hole interval at 1,557-63 m. "
More:Turkey: Top Mardin carbonate yields heavy oil - Oil & Gas Journal
Feb 28, 2011
By OGJ editors
HOUSTON, Feb. 28 – The Altinakar-1 well on License 2674 in the Karakilise area of Turkey has drillstem tested 11-13° gravity oil from a carbonate zone near the top of the Cretaceous Mardin Group, said Valeura Energy Inc., Calgary.
The well produced 88 bbl of oil, 52 bbl of drilling mud, and no water in 11 hr of swabbing and flowing operations from a 6-m open hole interval at 1,557-63 m. "
More:Turkey: Top Mardin carbonate yields heavy oil - Oil & Gas Journal
Banking crisis between Netherlands, Turkey escalates
"Banking crisis between Netherlands, Turkey escalates
A banking crisis between Turkey and the Netherlands is escalating as the banking regulator in the Dutch country continues to uphold strict measures implemented against Turkish banks, Star newspaper reported Monday."
More:Banking crisis between Netherlands, Turkey escalates - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
A banking crisis between Turkey and the Netherlands is escalating as the banking regulator in the Dutch country continues to uphold strict measures implemented against Turkish banks, Star newspaper reported Monday."
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New event to promote shopping in Istanbul
"New event to promote shopping in Istanbul
28 Feb 2011
Istanbul's shopping scene will be promoted at a special event taking place for the first time in the Turkish city this year.
The Istanbul Shopping Fest will begin on 18 March and run until 26 April."
More:Opodo travel news – New event to promote shopping in Istanbul
28 Feb 2011
Istanbul's shopping scene will be promoted at a special event taking place for the first time in the Turkish city this year.
The Istanbul Shopping Fest will begin on 18 March and run until 26 April."
More:Opodo travel news – New event to promote shopping in Istanbul
Karamehmet tops list of richest Turks
"Karamehmet tops list of richest Turks
The recent “100 Richest Turks” list released by Forbes magazine’s Turkey office tells the story of a great revival. The list is topped by M. Emin Karamehmet, a leading local business figure who fell out of the billionaires club seven years ago."
More:Karamehmet tops list of richest Turks - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
The recent “100 Richest Turks” list released by Forbes magazine’s Turkey office tells the story of a great revival. The list is topped by M. Emin Karamehmet, a leading local business figure who fell out of the billionaires club seven years ago."
More:Karamehmet tops list of richest Turks - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
Outlawed Kurdish group ends cease-fire in Turkey - Monsters and Critics
"Outlawed Kurdish group ends cease-fire in Turkey
Feb 28, 2011, 14:03 GMT
Istanbul - The outlawed Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK) has called off a unilateral cease-fire with Turkey, according to a statement published on Monday by the pro-Kurdish Firat news agency. "
More:Outlawed Kurdish group ends cease-fire in Turkey - Monsters and Critics
Feb 28, 2011, 14:03 GMT
Istanbul - The outlawed Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK) has called off a unilateral cease-fire with Turkey, according to a statement published on Monday by the pro-Kurdish Firat news agency. "
More:Outlawed Kurdish group ends cease-fire in Turkey - Monsters and Critics
Turkey's New a la Carte Nerve
"Turkey's New a la Carte Nerve
By Soner Cagaptay
Hurriyet Daily News, February 25, 2011
Have doubts that Turkey has changed since the Justice and Development Party, or AKP, assumed power in 2002? A look at what arouses popular anger in Turkey today reveals a society in flux -- one rapidly adopting new and risky political sensitivities. "
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By Soner Cagaptay
Hurriyet Daily News, February 25, 2011
Have doubts that Turkey has changed since the Justice and Development Party, or AKP, assumed power in 2002? A look at what arouses popular anger in Turkey today reveals a society in flux -- one rapidly adopting new and risky political sensitivities. "
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Turkish minister signs oil charter in Riyadh - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
"Turkish minister signs oil charter in Riyadh
Energy producer and consumer states signed a charter in Riyadh last week aimed at limiting price volatility and stabilizing the market, even as Middle East turmoil propelled prices to two-year highs, Agence France-Presse reported."
More:Turkish minister signs oil charter in Riyadh - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
Energy producer and consumer states signed a charter in Riyadh last week aimed at limiting price volatility and stabilizing the market, even as Middle East turmoil propelled prices to two-year highs, Agence France-Presse reported."
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Cyprus leaders set for meeting
"Cyprus leaders set for meeting
FAMAGUSTA GAZETTE
• Mon, Feb 28, 2011
President Christofias and Turkish Cypriot leader Dervis Eroglu, will meet on Monday after their Friday meeting, that was to be held in the framework of direct negotiations for solution of the Cyprus problem, was postponed, the UN said. "
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FAMAGUSTA GAZETTE
• Mon, Feb 28, 2011
President Christofias and Turkish Cypriot leader Dervis Eroglu, will meet on Monday after their Friday meeting, that was to be held in the framework of direct negotiations for solution of the Cyprus problem, was postponed, the UN said. "
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Minister of State Zafer Caglayan: “Trade turnover between Azerbaijan and Turkey may be increased by 4-5 times” - INTERVIEW
"Minister of State Zafer Caglayan: “Trade turnover between Azerbaijan and Turkey may be increased by 4-5 times” - INTERVIEW
[ 28 Feb 2011 13:58 ]
“Visa problem impedes the trade, tourism, friendship and brotherhood between two countries”
Ankara. Mayis Alizadeh – APA. Turkish Minister of State for Foreign Trade Mehmet Zafer Çaglayan’s interview to APA."
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[ 28 Feb 2011 13:58 ]
“Visa problem impedes the trade, tourism, friendship and brotherhood between two countries”
Ankara. Mayis Alizadeh – APA. Turkish Minister of State for Foreign Trade Mehmet Zafer Çaglayan’s interview to APA."
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Bad weekend for EU-Turkey relations
"Bad weekend for EU-Turkey relations
ANDREW RETTMAN
Today @ 09:29 CET
EUOBSERVER / BRUSSELS - Turkish leader Recep Tayyip Erdogan has accused German society of 'xenophobia' and the German government of 'discrimination' ahead of a meeting with Chancellor Angela Merkel. The remarks follow an unfriendly encounter with French President Sarkozy."
More:EUobserver / Bad weekend for EU-Turkey relations
ANDREW RETTMAN
Today @ 09:29 CET
EUOBSERVER / BRUSSELS - Turkish leader Recep Tayyip Erdogan has accused German society of 'xenophobia' and the German government of 'discrimination' ahead of a meeting with Chancellor Angela Merkel. The remarks follow an unfriendly encounter with French President Sarkozy."
More:EUobserver / Bad weekend for EU-Turkey relations
Turkey’s January Trade Deficit Widened to $7.3 Billion - Businessweek
"Turkey’s January Trade Deficit Widened to $7.3 Billion
February 28, 2011, 4:02 AM EST
More From Businessweek
By Ali Berat Meric and Steve Bryant
Feb. 28 (Bloomberg) -- Turkey’s trade deficit widened in January as imports of raw materials and consumer goods surged."
More:Turkey’s January Trade Deficit Widened to $7.3 Billion - Businessweek
February 28, 2011, 4:02 AM EST
More From Businessweek
By Ali Berat Meric and Steve Bryant
Feb. 28 (Bloomberg) -- Turkey’s trade deficit widened in January as imports of raw materials and consumer goods surged."
More:Turkey’s January Trade Deficit Widened to $7.3 Billion - Businessweek
Hamas chief to attend funeral of Turkey leader
"Hamas chief to attend funeral of Turkey leader
(AFP) – 3 hours ago
ANKARA — The head of Palestinian Islamist movement Hamas, Khaled Meshaal, will attend the funeral of Turkey's first Islamist leader Necmettin Erbakan in Istanbul on Tuesday, a former aide to Erbakan said."
More:AFP: Hamas chief to attend funeral of Turkey leader
(AFP) – 3 hours ago
ANKARA — The head of Palestinian Islamist movement Hamas, Khaled Meshaal, will attend the funeral of Turkey's first Islamist leader Necmettin Erbakan in Istanbul on Tuesday, a former aide to Erbakan said."
More:AFP: Hamas chief to attend funeral of Turkey leader
Turkish markets weaken on wide trade deficit | Reuters
"Turkish markets weaken on wide trade deficit
ISTANBUL | Mon Feb 28, 2011 3:18am EST
ISTANBUL Feb 28 (Reuters) - Turkish stocks fell, bond yields rose and the lira weakened against the dollar on Monday after January trade data showed a much larger than expected deficit."
More:Turkish markets weaken on wide trade deficit | Reuters
ISTANBUL | Mon Feb 28, 2011 3:18am EST
ISTANBUL Feb 28 (Reuters) - Turkish stocks fell, bond yields rose and the lira weakened against the dollar on Monday after January trade data showed a much larger than expected deficit."
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Sunday, February 27, 2011
A Phantom MENAce to Turkey
"A Phantom MENAce to Turkey
With winds of change blowing in the Middle East and North Africa, or MENA, the Turkish media has focused on the impact of the turmoil on the domestic economy.
With all attention on Libya, the magic number is $15 billion. That’s the total value of the projects undertaken by Turkish companies in Libya during the last four years. Although the outstanding bills from these projects are not available, revenues from construction services abroad amounted to $1 billion last year."
More:A Phantom MENAce to Turkey - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
With winds of change blowing in the Middle East and North Africa, or MENA, the Turkish media has focused on the impact of the turmoil on the domestic economy.
With all attention on Libya, the magic number is $15 billion. That’s the total value of the projects undertaken by Turkish companies in Libya during the last four years. Although the outstanding bills from these projects are not available, revenues from construction services abroad amounted to $1 billion last year."
More:A Phantom MENAce to Turkey - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
Turkey faces struggle to revive EU bid | Reuters
"Turkey faces struggle to revive EU bid
By Ibon Villelabetia
ANKARA | Sun Feb 27, 2011 3:38am EST
ANKARA (Reuters) - Prime Minister Tayyip Erdogan tries to revive Turkey's flagging European Union entry bid in a trip to Germany and Brussels this week, but a stalemate over Cyprus means a breakthrough is very unlikely."
More:Turkey faces struggle to revive EU bid | Reuters
By Ibon Villelabetia
ANKARA | Sun Feb 27, 2011 3:38am EST
ANKARA (Reuters) - Prime Minister Tayyip Erdogan tries to revive Turkey's flagging European Union entry bid in a trip to Germany and Brussels this week, but a stalemate over Cyprus means a breakthrough is very unlikely."
More:Turkey faces struggle to revive EU bid | Reuters
Reviving Carnival in Istanbul
"Reviving Carnival in Istanbul
By ANSEL MULLINS
Even in Istanbul, a city touted as a cultural mosaic, the sight of a few hundred costumed revelers parading through the streets in a pre-Lenten bash will certainly attract some attention."
More:Reviving Carnival in Istanbul - NYTimes.com
By ANSEL MULLINS
Even in Istanbul, a city touted as a cultural mosaic, the sight of a few hundred costumed revelers parading through the streets in a pre-Lenten bash will certainly attract some attention."
More:Reviving Carnival in Istanbul - NYTimes.com
The social role of Turkish coffee
"The social role of Turkish coffee
It is said the Ottoman turks gave the name of Turkish coffee to type of arabic coffee of which they refined the art of making. They then went on to spread the Turkish coffee throughout thier empire in the 16th century hence very similar variations such as Arabic coffee, Greek coffee and even coffee of the Balkans."
More:The social role of Turkish coffee
It is said the Ottoman turks gave the name of Turkish coffee to type of arabic coffee of which they refined the art of making. They then went on to spread the Turkish coffee throughout thier empire in the 16th century hence very similar variations such as Arabic coffee, Greek coffee and even coffee of the Balkans."
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Turkey stands out as an island of stability in the Middle East - Haaretz Daily Newspaper | Israel News
"Turkey stands out as an island of stability in the Middle East
Turkey is not yet lost. It can still be buttonholed and offered renewed friendship.
By Zvi Bar'el
ANKARA - In the midst of the diplomatic wasteland, when hundreds of Libyans are being buried, the Egyptian revolution doesn't know where to turn, Tunisia has been forgotten and the news out of Yemen is well inside the newspaper, one island of stability stands out: Turkey. It's true that from Israel's perspective that's a shoal in a stormy sea, but when a Turkish research institute, whose directors are very close to the prime minister, convenes a conference with Israelis to examine the future of relations between the two countries, you have to check whether the rocky soil may yet yield grass."
More:Turkey stands out as an island of stability in the Middle East - Haaretz Daily Newspaper | Israel News
Turkey is not yet lost. It can still be buttonholed and offered renewed friendship.
By Zvi Bar'el
ANKARA - In the midst of the diplomatic wasteland, when hundreds of Libyans are being buried, the Egyptian revolution doesn't know where to turn, Tunisia has been forgotten and the news out of Yemen is well inside the newspaper, one island of stability stands out: Turkey. It's true that from Israel's perspective that's a shoal in a stormy sea, but when a Turkish research institute, whose directors are very close to the prime minister, convenes a conference with Israelis to examine the future of relations between the two countries, you have to check whether the rocky soil may yet yield grass."
More:Turkey stands out as an island of stability in the Middle East - Haaretz Daily Newspaper | Israel News
TPG eyes new firms after Mey İçki sale
"TPG eyes new firms after Mey İçki sale
Private equity fund TPG Capital, which last week sold Turkish spirits company Mey İçki to Diageo for $2.1 billion, is eyeing new opportunities with its coffers full, according to Milliyet newspaper. The sectors it focuses on are media, consumer retail, health care and energy. According to Milliyet, foreign investors think that many prohibitive articles of a new regulation on alcohol will be canceled by the courts"
More:TPG eyes new firms after Mey İçki sale - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
Private equity fund TPG Capital, which last week sold Turkish spirits company Mey İçki to Diageo for $2.1 billion, is eyeing new opportunities with its coffers full, according to Milliyet newspaper. The sectors it focuses on are media, consumer retail, health care and energy. According to Milliyet, foreign investors think that many prohibitive articles of a new regulation on alcohol will be canceled by the courts"
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Turkey's first Islamist leader Erbakan dies
"Turkey's first Islamist leader Erbakan dies
By Sibel Utku Bila (AFP) – 4 hours ago
ANKARA — Necmettin Erbakan, the mentor of political Islam in secular Turkey and its first Islamist prime minister, died on Sunday aged 84, after a tumultuous four-decade career marred by feuds with the army."
More:AFP: Turkey's first Islamist leader Erbakan dies
By Sibel Utku Bila (AFP) – 4 hours ago
ANKARA — Necmettin Erbakan, the mentor of political Islam in secular Turkey and its first Islamist prime minister, died on Sunday aged 84, after a tumultuous four-decade career marred by feuds with the army."
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Dutch shock at seizure Turkey convent | Radio Netherlands Worldwide
"Dutch shock at seizure Turkey convent
The Dutch Christian Democrats have voiced outrage at a ruling by Turkey's Supreme Court authorising the expropriation of a Syrian Orthodox monastery and want Foreign Minister Uri Rosenthal to summon the Turkish ambassador to lodge a formal protest. "
More:Dutch shock at seizure Turkey convent | Radio Netherlands Worldwide
The Dutch Christian Democrats have voiced outrage at a ruling by Turkey's Supreme Court authorising the expropriation of a Syrian Orthodox monastery and want Foreign Minister Uri Rosenthal to summon the Turkish ambassador to lodge a formal protest. "
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Reviving Carnival in Istanbul
"Reviving Carnival in Istanbul
By ANSEL MULLINS
Even in Istanbul, a city touted as a cultural mosaic, the sight of a few hundred costumed revelers parading through the streets in a pre-Lenten bash will certainly attract some attention."
More:Reviving Carnival in Istanbul - NYTimes.com
By ANSEL MULLINS
Even in Istanbul, a city touted as a cultural mosaic, the sight of a few hundred costumed revelers parading through the streets in a pre-Lenten bash will certainly attract some attention."
More:Reviving Carnival in Istanbul - NYTimes.com
Turkey faces struggle to revive EU bid | Reuters
"Turkey faces struggle to revive EU bid
By Ibon Villelabetia
ANKARA | Sun Feb 27, 2011 3:38am EST
ANKARA (Reuters) - Prime Minister Tayyip Erdogan tries to revive Turkey's flagging European Union entry bid in a trip to Germany and Brussels this week, but a stalemate over Cyprus means a breakthrough is very unlikely."
More:Turkey faces struggle to revive EU bid | Reuters
By Ibon Villelabetia
ANKARA | Sun Feb 27, 2011 3:38am EST
ANKARA (Reuters) - Prime Minister Tayyip Erdogan tries to revive Turkey's flagging European Union entry bid in a trip to Germany and Brussels this week, but a stalemate over Cyprus means a breakthrough is very unlikely."
More:Turkey faces struggle to revive EU bid | Reuters
A new chapter to sightseeing
"A new chapter to sightseeing
February 27 2011 at 08:21am
By Eugene Abrahams
The first time I entered a library I saw a sign that was to make a big impression on me, and fuel my curiosity. It simply read: “Prepare to explore new worlds”. And the sign was right – soon I was travelling on my own magic carpet through fairytales from Persia, walked as slowly as I could with Hansel and Gretel to the candy, sugar and gingerbread house, went mining with the seven dwarves and then, later, explored the wilds of Africa with a bit of help from Wilbur Smith, embarked on high adventure with Hammond Innes and Desmond Bagley, spurred on my horse as Louis L’Amour took me through the Wild West, and encountered death and betrayal in Trevanian’s The Eiger Sanction."
More:A new chapter to sightseeing - Travel Tips - IOL | Breaking News | South Africa News | World News | Sport | Business | Entertainment | IOL.co.za
February 27 2011 at 08:21am
By Eugene Abrahams
The first time I entered a library I saw a sign that was to make a big impression on me, and fuel my curiosity. It simply read: “Prepare to explore new worlds”. And the sign was right – soon I was travelling on my own magic carpet through fairytales from Persia, walked as slowly as I could with Hansel and Gretel to the candy, sugar and gingerbread house, went mining with the seven dwarves and then, later, explored the wilds of Africa with a bit of help from Wilbur Smith, embarked on high adventure with Hammond Innes and Desmond Bagley, spurred on my horse as Louis L’Amour took me through the Wild West, and encountered death and betrayal in Trevanian’s The Eiger Sanction."
More:A new chapter to sightseeing - Travel Tips - IOL | Breaking News | South Africa News | World News | Sport | Business | Entertainment | IOL.co.za
Ahead of visit, Turkish Premier Erdogan launches fresh criticism at Berlin | Germany | Deutsche Welle | 27.02.2011
"Ahead of visit, Turkish Premier Erdogan launches fresh criticism at Berlin
Ahead of a trip to Germany, Turkish Prime Minister Erdogan called out Chancellor Angela Merkel on her stance against Turkey joining the EU. German-Turkish relations are tense - largely over Germany's Turkish minority."
More:Ahead of visit, Turkish Premier Erdogan launches fresh criticism at Berlin | Germany | Deutsche Welle | 27.02.2011
Ahead of a trip to Germany, Turkish Prime Minister Erdogan called out Chancellor Angela Merkel on her stance against Turkey joining the EU. German-Turkish relations are tense - largely over Germany's Turkish minority."
More:Ahead of visit, Turkish Premier Erdogan launches fresh criticism at Berlin | Germany | Deutsche Welle | 27.02.2011
French, Turkish diplomacy gummed up - UPI.com
"French, Turkish diplomacy gummed up
Published: Feb. 26, 2011 at 7:44 PM
ANKARA, Turkey, Feb. 26 (UPI) -- The mayor of Turkey's capital says his gum chewing during his farewell to French President Nicolas Sarkozy was a tit-for-tat response."
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Published: Feb. 26, 2011 at 7:44 PM
ANKARA, Turkey, Feb. 26 (UPI) -- The mayor of Turkey's capital says his gum chewing during his farewell to French President Nicolas Sarkozy was a tit-for-tat response."
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Saturday, February 26, 2011
Eastday-Shots fired at Turkish Cypriot newspaper office
"Shots fired at Turkish Cypriot newspaper office
2011-02-27 09:49
NICOSIA, Feb. 26 -- Shots were fired at the offices of the Turkish Cypriot newspaper 'Afrika,' local media reported Saturday.
A note left at the scene warned 'Afrika' publisher Sener Levent not to print 'lies' or 'next time it will not be like that.' "
More:Eastday-Shots fired at Turkish Cypriot newspaper office
2011-02-27 09:49
NICOSIA, Feb. 26 -- Shots were fired at the offices of the Turkish Cypriot newspaper 'Afrika,' local media reported Saturday.
A note left at the scene warned 'Afrika' publisher Sener Levent not to print 'lies' or 'next time it will not be like that.' "
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AFP: Islam inspires Turkish designer in Milan debut
"Islam inspires Turkish designer in Milan debut
By Ella Ide (AFP) – 2 hours ago
MILAN — As he put the finishing touches to his first collection for Milan Fashion Week, Turkish-born Erkan Coruh spoke to AFP about finding his inspiration from Islamic dresses and his native Istanbul."
More:AFP: Islam inspires Turkish designer in Milan debut
By Ella Ide (AFP) – 2 hours ago
MILAN — As he put the finishing touches to his first collection for Milan Fashion Week, Turkish-born Erkan Coruh spoke to AFP about finding his inspiration from Islamic dresses and his native Istanbul."
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Istanbul: minarets and martinis
"Istanbul: minarets and martinis
Istanbul straddles Europe and Asia, has a population of 13m and manages to be both lavishly ancient and vibrantly modern. But how do you pin down such a restless, dynamic city?"
More:Istanbul: minarets and martinis | Travel | The Observer
Istanbul straddles Europe and Asia, has a population of 13m and manages to be both lavishly ancient and vibrantly modern. But how do you pin down such a restless, dynamic city?"
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Ankara municipality providing second chance to women
"Ankara municipality providing second chance to women
The lives of thousands of women have been changed thanks to literacy, English, computer, handicrafts and vocational courses opened by a municipality in Ankara. Some women who come from low-income neighborhoods have started their own business while some have found a job after attending vocational courses. Some women, meanwhile, have added Spanish color to their lives with flamenco lessons"
More:Ankara municipality providing second chance to women - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
The lives of thousands of women have been changed thanks to literacy, English, computer, handicrafts and vocational courses opened by a municipality in Ankara. Some women who come from low-income neighborhoods have started their own business while some have found a job after attending vocational courses. Some women, meanwhile, have added Spanish color to their lives with flamenco lessons"
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Berlin could return Sphinx of Hattusa to Turkey - Monsters and Critics
"Berlin could return Sphinx of Hattusa to Turkey
Feb 25, 2011, 15:10 GMT
Berlin - Germany should satisfy a long-standing request from Turkey and return a valuable sphinx statue currently in Berlin's Pergamon Museum, the city's culture secretary said Friday. "
More:Berlin could return Sphinx of Hattusa to Turkey - Monsters and Critics
Feb 25, 2011, 15:10 GMT
Berlin - Germany should satisfy a long-standing request from Turkey and return a valuable sphinx statue currently in Berlin's Pergamon Museum, the city's culture secretary said Friday. "
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Turkey helps other countries in Libya evacuations - INQUIRER.net, Philippine News for Filipinos
"Turkey helps other countries in Libya evacuations
Agence France-Presse First Posted 18:37:00 02/26/2011 Filed Under: Conflicts (general), Safety of Citizens, Government
ANKARA—Some 500 people from 25 countries boarded two Turkish army vessels, together with about 1,200 Turks, that sailed from Libya Saturday as part of a large-scale Turkish evacuation operation, officials said."
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Agence France-Presse First Posted 18:37:00 02/26/2011 Filed Under: Conflicts (general), Safety of Citizens, Government
ANKARA—Some 500 people from 25 countries boarded two Turkish army vessels, together with about 1,200 Turks, that sailed from Libya Saturday as part of a large-scale Turkish evacuation operation, officials said."
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Turkey’s Sabanci Holding launches wind-turbine
"Turkey’s Sabanci Holding launches wind-turbine
Published: 2/26/2011
Turkey’s EnerjiSA, energy group of the Sabanci Holding, and its partner company Verbund on Saturday inaugurated a wind plant in Turkey’s northwestern province of Canakkale. "
More:Turkey’s Sabanci Holding launches wind-turbine
Published: 2/26/2011
Turkey’s EnerjiSA, energy group of the Sabanci Holding, and its partner company Verbund on Saturday inaugurated a wind plant in Turkey’s northwestern province of Canakkale. "
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Erdogan speaks out against UN sanctions on Libya
"Erdogan speaks out against UN sanctions on Libya
By ASSOCIATED PRESS
02/26/2011 16:44
ANKARA, Turkey - Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan has spoken out against the United Nations imposing sanctions on Libya, warning that the Libyan people would suffer most, not Muammar Gaddafi's regime."
More:Erdogan speaks out against UN sanctions on Libya
By ASSOCIATED PRESS
02/26/2011 16:44
ANKARA, Turkey - Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan has spoken out against the United Nations imposing sanctions on Libya, warning that the Libyan people would suffer most, not Muammar Gaddafi's regime."
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Turkey's Erdogan criticizes German EU opposition (Roundup) - Monsters and Critics
"Turkey's Erdogan criticizes German EU opposition (Roundup)
Feb 26, 2011, 14:45 GMT
Hanover, Germany - Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan criticised Chancellor Angela Merkel on Saturday for opposing his country's EU membership aspirations, ahead of a visit to Germany. "
More:Turkey's Erdogan criticizes German EU opposition (Roundup) - Monsters and Critics
Feb 26, 2011, 14:45 GMT
Hanover, Germany - Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan criticised Chancellor Angela Merkel on Saturday for opposing his country's EU membership aspirations, ahead of a visit to Germany. "
More:Turkey's Erdogan criticizes German EU opposition (Roundup) - Monsters and Critics
Turkcell Shares Plunge on Poor Results - WSJ.com
"Turkcell Shares Plunge on Poor Results
BY ERKAN OZ
ISTANBUL—Shares in Turkcell Iletisim Hizmetleri AS, Turkey's largest cellphone operator, fell more than 11% Thursday, hit by worse-than-expected fourth-quarter results and market-wide concerns over fallout from the turmoil in Libya. "
More:Turkcell Shares Plunge on Poor Results - WSJ.com
BY ERKAN OZ
ISTANBUL—Shares in Turkcell Iletisim Hizmetleri AS, Turkey's largest cellphone operator, fell more than 11% Thursday, hit by worse-than-expected fourth-quarter results and market-wide concerns over fallout from the turmoil in Libya. "
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Turkey's election: A Muslim democracy in action | The Economist
"A Muslim democracy in action
Popular uprisings in the Arab world are drawing new attention to the example of Turkey’s democracy
Turkey's election
Feb 17th 2011 | ANKARA | from the print edition
“VOTE for AK. Write Your Own Constitution.” This is the slogan under which Turkey’s ruling Justice and Development (AK) party will launch its campaign for the general election that is to be held on June 12th. On one level, the outcome seems predictable. Opinion polls have consistently suggested that the mild Islamists who came to power in 2002 will bag a third term of single-party rule, with over 40% of the vote."
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Popular uprisings in the Arab world are drawing new attention to the example of Turkey’s democracy
Turkey's election
Feb 17th 2011 | ANKARA | from the print edition
“VOTE for AK. Write Your Own Constitution.” This is the slogan under which Turkey’s ruling Justice and Development (AK) party will launch its campaign for the general election that is to be held on June 12th. On one level, the outcome seems predictable. Opinion polls have consistently suggested that the mild Islamists who came to power in 2002 will bag a third term of single-party rule, with over 40% of the vote."
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Merkel predecessor criticizes German stance on Turkey - Monsters and Critics
"Merkel predecessor criticizes German stance on Turkey
Feb 26, 2011, 10:44 GMT
Hanover, Germany - Former German chancellor Gerhard Schroeder said Chancellor Angela Merkel should actively encourage Turkish membership of the European Union, in a media interview published Saturday. "
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Feb 26, 2011, 10:44 GMT
Hanover, Germany - Former German chancellor Gerhard Schroeder said Chancellor Angela Merkel should actively encourage Turkish membership of the European Union, in a media interview published Saturday. "
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Friday, February 25, 2011
Turkish businessmen fear a spark to launch uprising in Morocco
"Turkish businessmen fear a spark to launch uprising in Morocco
Reported lootings during mass protests in Morocco, which are quite peaceful compared with recent Egyptian and Libyan turmoil, worry Turkish investors in the country. The Turkish Embassy in Rabat has already called Turkish firms to declare their amount of investments in Morocco, according to a businessman. Still, the Turkish-Moroccan Business Council says the situation is stable"
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Reported lootings during mass protests in Morocco, which are quite peaceful compared with recent Egyptian and Libyan turmoil, worry Turkish investors in the country. The Turkish Embassy in Rabat has already called Turkish firms to declare their amount of investments in Morocco, according to a businessman. Still, the Turkish-Moroccan Business Council says the situation is stable"
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After Canada Hilton Turkish Jail is a luxury resort - Vancouver Government | Examiner.com
"After Canada Hilton Turkish Jail is a luxury resort
* February 25th, 2011 12:33 pm PT
Canada deports refugee claimant Vedat Peker
Midnight Express is now Canadian Express for some seeking asylum in Canada. If you have any Hollywood horror flick misconceptions about Turkish jails you may want to review them now. Vedat Peker has decided to exchange Canada’s hospitality for one year and fifteen days in a Turkish jail called the Metris Correctional Facility in Istanbul, Turkey’s proud answer to European Union’s bitching about the country’s penal system. Having arrived just after Midnight at Istanbul for an early morning snack, Peker was all smiles after his month-long incarceration at Canada Hilton."
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* February 25th, 2011 12:33 pm PT
Canada deports refugee claimant Vedat Peker
Midnight Express is now Canadian Express for some seeking asylum in Canada. If you have any Hollywood horror flick misconceptions about Turkish jails you may want to review them now. Vedat Peker has decided to exchange Canada’s hospitality for one year and fifteen days in a Turkish jail called the Metris Correctional Facility in Istanbul, Turkey’s proud answer to European Union’s bitching about the country’s penal system. Having arrived just after Midnight at Istanbul for an early morning snack, Peker was all smiles after his month-long incarceration at Canada Hilton."
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Turkey refuses to ink EU readmission deal
"Turkey refuses to ink EU readmission deal
Following the EU’s failure to take step on a visa facility for Turks upon opposition from some member states, Ankara has declared it will not sign a readmission agreement.
Saying the EU's decision did not meet Turkey's expectations, Foreign Minister Ahmet Davutoğlu told reporters late Thursday: “Today's reports are talking about a visa dialogue without a clear target for visa exemption. Our stance is clear. Turkey in no way accepts a treatment different than that of any other country.""
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Following the EU’s failure to take step on a visa facility for Turks upon opposition from some member states, Ankara has declared it will not sign a readmission agreement.
Saying the EU's decision did not meet Turkey's expectations, Foreign Minister Ahmet Davutoğlu told reporters late Thursday: “Today's reports are talking about a visa dialogue without a clear target for visa exemption. Our stance is clear. Turkey in no way accepts a treatment different than that of any other country.""
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Ministers reject Ankara’s bid for visa-free talks
"Ministers reject Ankara’s bid for visa-free talks
By Joanna Sopinska | Friday 25 February 2011
The EU's interior and justice ministers have rejected the European Commission’s request for a mandate to start visa-free regime talks with Turkey, dealing a serious blow to Ankara ahead of Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s visit to Brussels,."
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By Joanna Sopinska | Friday 25 February 2011
The EU's interior and justice ministers have rejected the European Commission’s request for a mandate to start visa-free regime talks with Turkey, dealing a serious blow to Ankara ahead of Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s visit to Brussels,."
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Inaugural Wines of Turkey Conference & Tasting 2011 First-ever event on Turkish wines wows London - eTurboNews.com
"First-ever event on Turkish wines wows London
Feb 25, 2011
LONDON, England - Turkish wines were launched to the UK market to great acclaim and excitement yesterday, Thursday 24 February 2011, at Vinopolis when leading wine experts, Turkish winemakers, historians and DNA experts, including Dr. Patrick E. McGovern, Jancis Robinson OBE MW, Tim Atkin MW, Charles Metcalfe and Kevin Gould, met with the UK wine trade and press at Discover the Roots, From Silvestris to Vinifera: Inaugural Wines of Turkey Conference and Tasting 2011 in the first such event in the world for Turkish wines, organised by Wines of Turkey. Experts discussed South-eastern Anatolia is the most likely primary domestication centre of the grapevine according to grape genetics, linguistics (the Hittite language) and biomolecular archaeology."
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Feb 25, 2011
LONDON, England - Turkish wines were launched to the UK market to great acclaim and excitement yesterday, Thursday 24 February 2011, at Vinopolis when leading wine experts, Turkish winemakers, historians and DNA experts, including Dr. Patrick E. McGovern, Jancis Robinson OBE MW, Tim Atkin MW, Charles Metcalfe and Kevin Gould, met with the UK wine trade and press at Discover the Roots, From Silvestris to Vinifera: Inaugural Wines of Turkey Conference and Tasting 2011 in the first such event in the world for Turkish wines, organised by Wines of Turkey. Experts discussed South-eastern Anatolia is the most likely primary domestication centre of the grapevine according to grape genetics, linguistics (the Hittite language) and biomolecular archaeology."
More:Discover the Roots - Inaugural Wines of Turkey Conference & Tasting 2011 First-ever event on Turkish wines wows London - eTurboNews.com
Ankara a model, with hegemonic temptations, for the new Middle East - Asia News
"Ankara a model, with hegemonic temptations, for the new Middle East
by NAT da Polis
It is not enough for Turkey to be held up as an example of a Muslim country that is a member of NATO, aspires to joining the EU and has united political Islam with a parliamentary democracy. A survey suggests that is not Erdogan who Islamizes Turkey, but Muslim Turkey that has chosen a “light” political Islam."
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by NAT da Polis
It is not enough for Turkey to be held up as an example of a Muslim country that is a member of NATO, aspires to joining the EU and has united political Islam with a parliamentary democracy. A survey suggests that is not Erdogan who Islamizes Turkey, but Muslim Turkey that has chosen a “light” political Islam."
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How to make up with Ankara
"How to make up with Ankara
Published: 25 February 2011
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Although France's opposition to Turkish accession creates tension in the two countries' relations, events in Southern Mediterranean offer a unique opportunity for strategic cooperation between the European Union and Turkey, writes Sinan Ülgen, a former diplomat, visiting scholar with Carnegie Europe in Brussels and president of Turkish think-tank EDAM in Istanbul."
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Published: 25 February 2011
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Although France's opposition to Turkish accession creates tension in the two countries' relations, events in Southern Mediterranean offer a unique opportunity for strategic cooperation between the European Union and Turkey, writes Sinan Ülgen, a former diplomat, visiting scholar with Carnegie Europe in Brussels and president of Turkish think-tank EDAM in Istanbul."
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Sarkozy insists EU membership not for Turkey - GlobalTimes
"Sarkozy insists EU membership not for Turkey
Visiting French President Nicolas Sarkozy on Friday reiterated his opposition to Turkey's full membership in the European Union (EU), urging that an alternative formula must be found."
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Visiting French President Nicolas Sarkozy on Friday reiterated his opposition to Turkey's full membership in the European Union (EU), urging that an alternative formula must be found."
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The Difference of Turkey
"The Difference of Turkey
Sedat Laciner
Saturday, 26 February 2011
Turkey, a country which has been criticized for an ‘axis shift’ until as recent as a couple of months, is now almost worshipped as a model country. It is presented as if it was the natural and should-be- model for the Middle East. The same critics can now point at Turkey as a good example. Should or can Turkey be a model for the Middle East? What is its difference and what can be its contribution to the region? "
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Sedat Laciner
Saturday, 26 February 2011
Turkey, a country which has been criticized for an ‘axis shift’ until as recent as a couple of months, is now almost worshipped as a model country. It is presented as if it was the natural and should-be- model for the Middle East. The same critics can now point at Turkey as a good example. Should or can Turkey be a model for the Middle East? What is its difference and what can be its contribution to the region? "
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Turkey to Live It Up at the Eurovision Song Contest | Eurovision Song Contest 2011 in Germany - EuroVisionary
"Turkey to Live It Up at the Eurovision Song Contest
Posted 25 February, 2011 - 18:47 by Charlotte Jensen
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In a special show dedicated to the occasion Turkish broadcaster, TRT, presentend their entry for the 2011 Eurovision Song Contest. In Düsseldorf the band Yüksek Sadakat will sing the rock song called Live It Up."
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Posted 25 February, 2011 - 18:47 by Charlotte Jensen
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In a special show dedicated to the occasion Turkish broadcaster, TRT, presentend their entry for the 2011 Eurovision Song Contest. In Düsseldorf the band Yüksek Sadakat will sing the rock song called Live It Up."
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Telefe Highlights DISCOP Istanbul Slate
"Telefe Highlights DISCOP Istanbul Slate
By Morgan Grice
Published: February 25, 2011
BUENOS AIRES: Telefe International is headed to DISCOP Istanbul with a mix of series, formats and telenovelas, including The One."
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By Morgan Grice
Published: February 25, 2011
BUENOS AIRES: Telefe International is headed to DISCOP Istanbul with a mix of series, formats and telenovelas, including The One."
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EU hopes Turkey deal will keep out African migrants
"EU hopes Turkey deal will keep out African migrants
VALENTINA POP
Today @ 09:40 CET
EUOBSERVER / BRUSSELS - EU interior ministers on Thursday (24 February) gave the green light to a readmission agreement with Turkey which they hope may help stem irregular migration into the EU from the Middle East and Africa. Visa-free travel, despite calls from Ankara, remains a distant prospect."
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VALENTINA POP
Today @ 09:40 CET
EUOBSERVER / BRUSSELS - EU interior ministers on Thursday (24 February) gave the green light to a readmission agreement with Turkey which they hope may help stem irregular migration into the EU from the Middle East and Africa. Visa-free travel, despite calls from Ankara, remains a distant prospect."
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Turkey to confront Sarkozy on opposition to EU bid - latimes.com
"Turkey to confront Sarkozy on opposition to EU bid
* Sarkozy visiting Turkey on Friday * EU membership bid faltering ANKARA, Feb 25 (Reuters) - Turkish Prime Minister Tayyip Erdogan says he will confront French President Nicolas Sarkozy over his negative stance towards Muslim Turkey's bid to join the European Union when he visits Ankara later on Friday. 'We warned Sarkozy a lot on this subject. We said that the form of your approach to Turkey was very wrong,' Erdogan said in an interview with the ATV news channel aired late on Thursday. 'And I will ask him this tomorrow."
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* Sarkozy visiting Turkey on Friday * EU membership bid faltering ANKARA, Feb 25 (Reuters) - Turkish Prime Minister Tayyip Erdogan says he will confront French President Nicolas Sarkozy over his negative stance towards Muslim Turkey's bid to join the European Union when he visits Ankara later on Friday. 'We warned Sarkozy a lot on this subject. We said that the form of your approach to Turkey was very wrong,' Erdogan said in an interview with the ATV news channel aired late on Thursday. 'And I will ask him this tomorrow."
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Istanbul to host 23rd annual European Aviation Safety Seminar
"Istanbul to host 23rd annual European Aviation Safety Seminar
Organized by the Flight Safety Foundation, the seminar will bring together more than 300 aviation safety experts from 28 countries.
Turkey's north-western province of Istanbul will host the 23rd annual European Aviation Safety Seminar (EASS), under the sponsorship of Turkish Airlines (THY), between March 1 and 3."
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Organized by the Flight Safety Foundation, the seminar will bring together more than 300 aviation safety experts from 28 countries.
Turkey's north-western province of Istanbul will host the 23rd annual European Aviation Safety Seminar (EASS), under the sponsorship of Turkish Airlines (THY), between March 1 and 3."
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Tunisian Islamist leader to hold talks in Turkey in March
"Tunisian Islamist leader to hold talks in Turkey in March
Ghannouchi said that he would soon quit as the leader of Ennahda.
The long-exiled leader of Tunisian Islamist opposition party, who has recently returned to his country after more than 20 years, has said that he would pay a visit to Turkey in March.
In an exclusive interview with AA, Tunisian Islamist party Ennahda's leader Rachid Ghannouchi said that he planned to hold talks with Justice and Development (AK) Party executives, Felicity Party (SP) chairman Necmettin Erbakan and representatives of the Turkish media as part of his upcoming visit."
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Ghannouchi said that he would soon quit as the leader of Ennahda.
The long-exiled leader of Tunisian Islamist opposition party, who has recently returned to his country after more than 20 years, has said that he would pay a visit to Turkey in March.
In an exclusive interview with AA, Tunisian Islamist party Ennahda's leader Rachid Ghannouchi said that he planned to hold talks with Justice and Development (AK) Party executives, Felicity Party (SP) chairman Necmettin Erbakan and representatives of the Turkish media as part of his upcoming visit."
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Oil spike: Turkey shares down
"Oil spike: Turkey shares down
February 25, 2011 12:40 pm by Delphine Strauss
Turkish citizens arrive from LibyaTurkey is taking pride in its government’s efforts to rescue thousands of citizens caught in the escalating violence in Libya, comparing orderly evacuations by Istanbul ferries under military escort with the chaos complained of by stranded British expats."
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February 25, 2011 12:40 pm by Delphine Strauss
Turkish citizens arrive from LibyaTurkey is taking pride in its government’s efforts to rescue thousands of citizens caught in the escalating violence in Libya, comparing orderly evacuations by Istanbul ferries under military escort with the chaos complained of by stranded British expats."
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Sundance debuts on the Bosphorus at Istanbul film festival
"Sundance debuts on the Bosphorus at Istanbul film fest
By Ayla Jean Yackley
ISTANBUL | Fri Feb 25, 2011 8:02am EST
ISTANBUL (Reuters) - Turkey's biggest independent film festival !f celebrates its 10th anniversary this month by showcasing films and directors from the Sundance Film Festival, the grand dame of independent cinema."
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By Ayla Jean Yackley
ISTANBUL | Fri Feb 25, 2011 8:02am EST
ISTANBUL (Reuters) - Turkey's biggest independent film festival !f celebrates its 10th anniversary this month by showcasing films and directors from the Sundance Film Festival, the grand dame of independent cinema."
mORE:Sundance debuts on the Bosphorus at Istanbul film fest | Reuters
Prominent Kurdish figure to return to Turkey from exile
"Prominent Kurdish figure to return to Turkey from exile
Prominent Kurdish poet and one of the most important figures among Kurdish politicians Kemal Burkay has decided to return Turkey after 31 years of a lifetime in exile."
mORE:Prominent Kurdish figure to return to Turkey from exile - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
Prominent Kurdish poet and one of the most important figures among Kurdish politicians Kemal Burkay has decided to return Turkey after 31 years of a lifetime in exile."
mORE:Prominent Kurdish figure to return to Turkey from exile - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
Turkey insists on visa-free travel for Turks to Europe
"Turkey insists on visa-free travel for Turks to Europe
By The Associated Press (CP) – 3 hours ago
ANKARA, Turkey — Turkey says it will not sign an agreement to take back illegal migrants who travelled to Europe via Turkey unless European travel visa restrictions on Turks are lifted.
Turkey's Foreign Ministry said Friday the so-called readmission agreement will not be 'signed, initialed or implemented,' if its 'expectation is not met.'"
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By The Associated Press (CP) – 3 hours ago
ANKARA, Turkey — Turkey says it will not sign an agreement to take back illegal migrants who travelled to Europe via Turkey unless European travel visa restrictions on Turks are lifted.
Turkey's Foreign Ministry said Friday the so-called readmission agreement will not be 'signed, initialed or implemented,' if its 'expectation is not met.'"
mORE:The Canadian Press: Turkey insists on visa-free travel for Turks to Europe
Debating Integration: Competing Views on Germany's Immigrants - SPIEGEL ONLINE - News - International
"Debating Integration
Competing Views on Germany's Immigrants
A Turkish girl buys a German flag in the run-up to a soccer match.
Immigration is a heated topic in Germany. SPIEGEL recently sat down with two experts -- a Turkish-born sociologist and a German-born journalist -- to explore the issue. And found that a reasoned debate is difficult to come by."
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Competing Views on Germany's Immigrants
A Turkish girl buys a German flag in the run-up to a soccer match.
Immigration is a heated topic in Germany. SPIEGEL recently sat down with two experts -- a Turkish-born sociologist and a German-born journalist -- to explore the issue. And found that a reasoned debate is difficult to come by."
mORE:Debating Integration: Competing Views on Germany's Immigrants - SPIEGEL ONLINE - News - International
Turkey's EU talks a 'tool,' not path to membership, Sarkozy says - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
"Turkey's EU talks a 'tool,' not path to membership, Sarkozy says
The French president has reiterated his country’s opposition to Turkey’s full membership in the European Union ahead of a brief visit to Ankara, arguing that the ongoing accession negotiations are merely a tool to deepen relations."
mORE:Turkey's EU talks a 'tool,' not path to membership, Sarkozy says - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
The French president has reiterated his country’s opposition to Turkey’s full membership in the European Union ahead of a brief visit to Ankara, arguing that the ongoing accession negotiations are merely a tool to deepen relations."
mORE:Turkey's EU talks a 'tool,' not path to membership, Sarkozy says - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
Living in Modern & Fashionable Istanbul
"Living in Modern & Fashionable Istanbul
With Istanbul about to host its 2011 shopping extravaganza over 40 days in March and April, we explore some of the attractions and appeal of this exceptionally cosmopolitan, vibrant and advancing city – fancy living in Turkey? Have you thought about living in Istanbul?"
mORE:Living in Modern & Fashionable Istanbul
With Istanbul about to host its 2011 shopping extravaganza over 40 days in March and April, we explore some of the attractions and appeal of this exceptionally cosmopolitan, vibrant and advancing city – fancy living in Turkey? Have you thought about living in Istanbul?"
mORE:Living in Modern & Fashionable Istanbul
Thursday, February 24, 2011
EU ministers back illegal migrant agreement with Turkey - Monsters and Critics
"EU ministers back illegal migrant agreement with Turkey
Feb 24, 2011, 21:27 GMT
Brussels - Illegal immigrants who arrive in the European Union from or via Turkey can be sent back under a new agreement with Turkey approved Thursday by EU interior ministers. "
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Feb 24, 2011, 21:27 GMT
Brussels - Illegal immigrants who arrive in the European Union from or via Turkey can be sent back under a new agreement with Turkey approved Thursday by EU interior ministers. "
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AFP: Turkey can be 'inspiration' for Arabs: Erdogan
"Turkey can be 'inspiration' for Arabs: Erdogan
By Michel Sailhan (AFP) – 11 hours ago
ANKARA — Turkey has shown that Islam and democracy can co-exist and could serve as an inspiration in the wake of the popular uprisings sweeping Arab countries, according to Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan"
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By Michel Sailhan (AFP) – 11 hours ago
ANKARA — Turkey has shown that Islam and democracy can co-exist and could serve as an inspiration in the wake of the popular uprisings sweeping Arab countries, according to Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan"
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A Kitchen in Turkey
"A Kitchen in Turkey
By Shelley Bridgeman
12:00 PM Friday Feb 25, 2011
Food writer Leanne Kitchen has had an enviable career, including writing a new cookbook, which took her to delicious Turkish nooks and crannies."
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By Shelley Bridgeman
12:00 PM Friday Feb 25, 2011
Food writer Leanne Kitchen has had an enviable career, including writing a new cookbook, which took her to delicious Turkish nooks and crannies."
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Turkish-Azerbaijani relations: reality check
"Turkish-Azerbaijani relations: reality check
ELDAR MAMEDOV
At the meeting of the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe, or OSCE, in Astana in December 2010 the presidents of Turkey and Azerbaijan were at pains to downplay the damage that WikiLeaks could cause to the historically close relations between their countries."
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ELDAR MAMEDOV
At the meeting of the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe, or OSCE, in Astana in December 2010 the presidents of Turkey and Azerbaijan were at pains to downplay the damage that WikiLeaks could cause to the historically close relations between their countries."
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Turkey evacuates some 7,000 people from Libya
"Turkey evacuates some 7,000 people from Libya
Updated on Thursday, February 24, 2011, 23:45
Ankara: Turkey said it has brought more than 7,000 people from Libya since the weekend, among them nationals of other countries who requested help, as its large-scale evacuation operation continued Thursday. "
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Updated on Thursday, February 24, 2011, 23:45
Ankara: Turkey said it has brought more than 7,000 people from Libya since the weekend, among them nationals of other countries who requested help, as its large-scale evacuation operation continued Thursday. "
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UEFA president meets Turkish prime minister on UEFA.COM
"UEFA president meets Turkish prime minister
Published: Thursday 24 February 2011, 18.50CET
The UEFA president, Michel Platini, has held discussions with the prime minister of Turkey, Recep Erdoğan, during a visit to the Turkish capital city of Ankara on Thursday."
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Published: Thursday 24 February 2011, 18.50CET
The UEFA president, Michel Platini, has held discussions with the prime minister of Turkey, Recep Erdoğan, during a visit to the Turkish capital city of Ankara on Thursday."
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Ankara prepares long list of pleas for Sarkozy's short visit
"Ankara prepares long list of pleas for Sarkozy's short visit
Ankara has prepared a long list of messages to be conveyed to French President Nicolas Sarkozy during his short visit Friday to the Turkish capital, focusing on France’s blocking of Turkey’s European Union bid."
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Ankara has prepared a long list of messages to be conveyed to French President Nicolas Sarkozy during his short visit Friday to the Turkish capital, focusing on France’s blocking of Turkey’s European Union bid."
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Turkish PM to meet German, EU leaders over accession bid - FOCUS Information Agency
"Turkish PM to meet German, EU leaders over accession bid
24 February 2011 | 17:46 | FOCUS News Agency
Home / Southeast Europe and Balkans
Ankara. Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan will meet with German and EU leaders next week as his country's EU membership bid faces the risk of grinding to a halt, officials said Thursday, AFP reports.
On Monday, Erdogan will hold talks with Chancellor Angela Merkel in Hannover, where the two would inaugurate the CeBIT technology fair, a statement from Erdogan's office said."
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24 February 2011 | 17:46 | FOCUS News Agency
Home / Southeast Europe and Balkans
Ankara. Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan will meet with German and EU leaders next week as his country's EU membership bid faces the risk of grinding to a halt, officials said Thursday, AFP reports.
On Monday, Erdogan will hold talks with Chancellor Angela Merkel in Hannover, where the two would inaugurate the CeBIT technology fair, a statement from Erdogan's office said."
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Sarkozy's day trip irks EU candidate Turkey | Reuters
"Sarkozy's day trip irks EU candidate Turkey
ISTANBUL | Thu Feb 24, 2011 10:18am EST
ISTANBUL (Reuters) - Turkey complained on Thursday of getting short shrift from France's President Nicolas Sarkozy, a day before he was due to arrive for talks that were unlikely to touch on what matters most to Ankara, namely EU membership."
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ISTANBUL | Thu Feb 24, 2011 10:18am EST
ISTANBUL (Reuters) - Turkey complained on Thursday of getting short shrift from France's President Nicolas Sarkozy, a day before he was due to arrive for talks that were unlikely to touch on what matters most to Ankara, namely EU membership."
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Turkey mass graves yield 1,469 human remains | AHN
"Turkey mass graves yield 1,469 human remains
Many of the bodies are believed to belong to Kurds or members of the outlawed Kurdistan Workers Party murdered by secret police in the 1990s.
Researchers of the Turkish Medical Association have found 1,469 human remains in 114 mass graves uncovered in the country’s predominantly Kurdish southeastern region."
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Many of the bodies are believed to belong to Kurds or members of the outlawed Kurdistan Workers Party murdered by secret police in the 1990s.
Researchers of the Turkish Medical Association have found 1,469 human remains in 114 mass graves uncovered in the country’s predominantly Kurdish southeastern region."
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Turkish TV crew snubbed by PM's Office - Israel News, Ynetnews
"Turkish TV crew snubbed by PM's Office
Polish channels hire Turkish TV team, but crew not allowed to enter Prime Minister's Office
Ronen Medzini
Published: 02.24.11, 19:30 / Israel News
No entrance to Turks? A Turkish television crew hired by the Polish media in order to cover Poland's prime minister's visit to Israel was not allowed to enter the Prime Minister's Office compound. "
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Polish channels hire Turkish TV team, but crew not allowed to enter Prime Minister's Office
Ronen Medzini
Published: 02.24.11, 19:30 / Israel News
No entrance to Turks? A Turkish television crew hired by the Polish media in order to cover Poland's prime minister's visit to Israel was not allowed to enter the Prime Minister's Office compound. "
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Najib's Visit To Turkey Ends 28 Years Of Waiting By Turks
"Najib's Visit To Turkey Ends 28 Years Of Waiting By Turks
From Khairdzir Md Yunus
ISTANBUL, Feb 24 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak's visit to Turkey this month has been deemed as the most awaited visit by the leader and people of Turkey, who had waited for 28 years to receive such a visit."
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From Khairdzir Md Yunus
ISTANBUL, Feb 24 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak's visit to Turkey this month has been deemed as the most awaited visit by the leader and people of Turkey, who had waited for 28 years to receive such a visit."
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Turkish highway builder on the road to public offering
"Turkish highway builder on the road to public offering
Limak, a Turkish construction and energy group, is preparing to apply to the Capital Markets Board in March to sell shares at Limak Investment through an initial public offering, according to the group’s chairman."
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Limak, a Turkish construction and energy group, is preparing to apply to the Capital Markets Board in March to sell shares at Limak Investment through an initial public offering, according to the group’s chairman."
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Turkey’s Changing Foreign Policy And Its International Ramifications « Eurasia Review
"Turkey’s Changing Foreign Policy And Its International Ramifications
Written by: FPRI
By Efraim Inbar for FPRI
Turkey’s geographical location and size bestows on the state strategic importance. Indeed, Turkey carries great regional and international weight. Diverging from the West has serious consequences for the balance of power in the Greater Middle East and for global politics. Currently, the Middle East is divided between ascending Islamic Iran and its radical allies, and pro-Western moderate forces—Israel and most Arab states. Until recently, Turkey appeared to belong to the pro-Western camp, but it crossed the Rubicon when Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan visited Iran in October 2009."
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Written by: FPRI
By Efraim Inbar for FPRI
Turkey’s geographical location and size bestows on the state strategic importance. Indeed, Turkey carries great regional and international weight. Diverging from the West has serious consequences for the balance of power in the Greater Middle East and for global politics. Currently, the Middle East is divided between ascending Islamic Iran and its radical allies, and pro-Western moderate forces—Israel and most Arab states. Until recently, Turkey appeared to belong to the pro-Western camp, but it crossed the Rubicon when Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan visited Iran in October 2009."
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Thousands of Turks return to Turkey from Libya - Monsters and Critics
"Thousands of Turks return to Turkey from Libya
Feb 24, 2011, 8:56 GMT
Istanbul - Two ships carrying a total of 3,028 Turks and 59 citizens of other countries evacuated from strife-torn Libya arrived safely in Turkey's south-eastern city of Marmaris, Turkish media reported Thursday. "
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Feb 24, 2011, 8:56 GMT
Istanbul - Two ships carrying a total of 3,028 Turks and 59 citizens of other countries evacuated from strife-torn Libya arrived safely in Turkey's south-eastern city of Marmaris, Turkish media reported Thursday. "
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Turkey's Limak aims to float investment arm stake | Reuters
"Turkey's Limak aims to float investment arm stake
ISTANBUL | Thu Feb 24, 2011 3:06am EST
ISTANBUL Feb 24 (Reuters) - Turkey's Limak Holding, a construction to energy group, plans to apply to the Istanbul Stock Exchange to float a stake of up to 35 percent in its investment unit, Chairman Nihat Ozdemir said."
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ISTANBUL | Thu Feb 24, 2011 3:06am EST
ISTANBUL Feb 24 (Reuters) - Turkey's Limak Holding, a construction to energy group, plans to apply to the Istanbul Stock Exchange to float a stake of up to 35 percent in its investment unit, Chairman Nihat Ozdemir said."
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Turkey May End Stock Fund Tax by Mid-Year, Garanti Asset Says - Bloomberg
"Turkey May End Stock Fund Tax by Mid-Year, Garanti Asset Says
By Selcuk Gokoluk - Feb 24, 2011 1:45 AM ET
Turkey may remove a tax on equity funds by mid-year, a move that will help support the country’s capital markets, Istanbul-based Garanti Asset Management said. "
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By Selcuk Gokoluk - Feb 24, 2011 1:45 AM ET
Turkey may remove a tax on equity funds by mid-year, a move that will help support the country’s capital markets, Istanbul-based Garanti Asset Management said. "
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Bi-communal business partnerships grants programme announced in Cyprus
"Bi-communal business partnerships grants programme announced in Cyprus
February 24, 2011
The Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCCI) and the Turkish Cypriot Chamber of Commerce (KTTO) will sign tomorrow a bi-communal business partnerships grants scheme aimed at supporting bi-communal consortia that wish to form bi-communal business partnerships. "
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February 24, 2011
The Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCCI) and the Turkish Cypriot Chamber of Commerce (KTTO) will sign tomorrow a bi-communal business partnerships grants scheme aimed at supporting bi-communal consortia that wish to form bi-communal business partnerships. "
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Turkey's Ambassadors vs. Erdogan
"Turkey's Ambassadors vs. Erdogan
Damla Aras
In June 2010, the deepening rift between Turkey's ruling Justice and Development Party (AKP) and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) unexpectedly came to the public eye when seventy-two retired ambassadors and consul-generals issued a written statement protesting Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan's lack of respect in dubbing them 'mon chers' and criticizing the government's foreign policy.[1] Why did the prime minister publicly snub his diplomats? By way of answering this question, this article reviews the ongoing rift between Erdogan and his diplomats before carrying an English translation of the ambassadors' statement and interviews with two retired senior diplomats."
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Damla Aras
In June 2010, the deepening rift between Turkey's ruling Justice and Development Party (AKP) and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) unexpectedly came to the public eye when seventy-two retired ambassadors and consul-generals issued a written statement protesting Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan's lack of respect in dubbing them 'mon chers' and criticizing the government's foreign policy.[1] Why did the prime minister publicly snub his diplomats? By way of answering this question, this article reviews the ongoing rift between Erdogan and his diplomats before carrying an English translation of the ambassadors' statement and interviews with two retired senior diplomats."
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Egypt/Turkey-Israel: ‘A clean break’
"Egypt/Turkey-Israel: ‘A clean break’
Written by Eric Walberg Thursday, 24 February 2011 03:11
It is not Israel backed by the distant US that inherits the Ottoman mantle of hegemony in the Middle East, but some combination of Turkey and Egypt, says Eric Walberg
While Egypt’s revolution was very much about domestic matters -- bread and butter, corruption, repression -- its most immediate effects have been international. Not for a long time has Egypt loomed so large in the region, to both friend and foe. At least 13 of the 22 Arab League countries are now affected: Algeria, Bahrain, Djibouti, Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, Libya, Mauritania, Morocco, Sudan, Syria, Tunisia and Yemen."
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Written by Eric Walberg Thursday, 24 February 2011 03:11
It is not Israel backed by the distant US that inherits the Ottoman mantle of hegemony in the Middle East, but some combination of Turkey and Egypt, says Eric Walberg
While Egypt’s revolution was very much about domestic matters -- bread and butter, corruption, repression -- its most immediate effects have been international. Not for a long time has Egypt loomed so large in the region, to both friend and foe. At least 13 of the 22 Arab League countries are now affected: Algeria, Bahrain, Djibouti, Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, Libya, Mauritania, Morocco, Sudan, Syria, Tunisia and Yemen."
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Turkey Energy Profile: Important Role In Transit Of Oil And Gas « Eurasia Review
"Turkey Energy Profile: Important Role In Transit Of Oil And Gas
Turkey is playing an increasingly important role in the transit of oil and gas supplies from Russia, the Caspian region, and the Middle East routed westward to Europe. Turkey has been a major transit point for seaborne traded oil and is becoming more important for pipeline-traded oil and natural gas, with significant volumes transported to westward to Europe."
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Turkey is playing an increasingly important role in the transit of oil and gas supplies from Russia, the Caspian region, and the Middle East routed westward to Europe. Turkey has been a major transit point for seaborne traded oil and is becoming more important for pipeline-traded oil and natural gas, with significant volumes transported to westward to Europe."
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Turkish constructors beat crisis with international projects
"Turkish constructors beat crisis with international projects
Turkish construction companies survived the global crisis with numerous projects in 2009, mainly in foreign countries, and continued their growth in the first half of last year, according to a recent report by Deloitte."
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Turkish construction companies survived the global crisis with numerous projects in 2009, mainly in foreign countries, and continued their growth in the first half of last year, according to a recent report by Deloitte."
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Turkish constructors beat crisis with international projects
"Turkish constructors beat crisis with international projects
Turkish construction companies survived the global crisis with numerous projects in 2009, mainly in foreign countries, and continued their growth in the first half of last year, according to a recent report by Deloitte."
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Turkish construction companies survived the global crisis with numerous projects in 2009, mainly in foreign countries, and continued their growth in the first half of last year, according to a recent report by Deloitte."
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Turkey Stocks Fall to 5-Month Low, Lira Drops on Libya Unrest - Bloomberg
"Turkey Stocks Fall to 5-Month Low, Lira Drops on Libya Unrest
By Selcuk Gokoluk - Feb 23, 2011 12:19 PM ET
Turkish stocks slumped to their lowest in more than five months and the country’s bonds and currency declined on concern violence in Libya and rising oil prices will widen the current-account deficit and hurt earnings. "
More:Turkey Stocks Fall to 5-Month Low, Lira Drops on Libya Unrest - Bloomberg
By Selcuk Gokoluk - Feb 23, 2011 12:19 PM ET
Turkish stocks slumped to their lowest in more than five months and the country’s bonds and currency declined on concern violence in Libya and rising oil prices will widen the current-account deficit and hurt earnings. "
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OECD/NEA and Nuclear Energy in Turkey
"OECD/NEA and Nuclear Energy in Turkey
Tuesday, 22 February 2011 16:33
OECD NEA8-9 February 2011 – At the invitation of the Turkish Ministry of Energy and Natural Resources, OECD/NEA Director-General Luis Echávarri led an NEA delegation to Turkey to participate in meetings and a public conference on the introduction of nuclear power in the Turkish energy mix."
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Tuesday, 22 February 2011 16:33
OECD NEA8-9 February 2011 – At the invitation of the Turkish Ministry of Energy and Natural Resources, OECD/NEA Director-General Luis Echávarri led an NEA delegation to Turkey to participate in meetings and a public conference on the introduction of nuclear power in the Turkish energy mix."
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Afghan envoys ask Turkey to host contacts with Taliban - The Irish Times - Thu, Feb 24, 2011
"Afghan envoys ask Turkey to host contacts with Taliban
BEN FARMER in Kabul
A 10-MAN delegation from Hamid Karzai’s high peace council has flown to the Turkish capital to ask Ankara to host embryonic political contacts with the Taliban."
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BEN FARMER in Kabul
A 10-MAN delegation from Hamid Karzai’s high peace council has flown to the Turkish capital to ask Ankara to host embryonic political contacts with the Taliban."
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The bodyguard: A Turkish-Israeli love story - Israel News, Ynetnews
"The bodyguard: A Turkish-Israeli love story
Turkish bodyguard, Israeli consulate employee in Istanbul meet at airport, fall in love. Now his mission doubles: Protect diplomat and wife"
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Turkish bodyguard, Israeli consulate employee in Istanbul meet at airport, fall in love. Now his mission doubles: Protect diplomat and wife"
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Turkey talks to focus on EU membership bid | European Voice
"Turkey talks to focus on EU membership bid
By Toby Vogel
24.02.2011 / 05:19 CET
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By Toby Vogel
24.02.2011 / 05:19 CET
Subscribers have access to all our articles. Our archive currently contains roughly 30,000 articles, dating back to 1995."
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Vietnam strengthens ties with Turkey - Vietnam strengthens ties with Turkey
"Vietnam strengthens ties with Turkey
The joint Vietnam-Turkey economic and trade committee ended its meeting in Hanoi on February 23 with the signing of its minutes to boost comprehensive ties from diplomacy to climate change.
The Minutes, signed by Minister of Industry and Trade Vu Huy Hoang and Turkish Deputy Prime Minister Bulent Arinc, also covered trade, industry, agriculture, petrol, energy, investment, finance, culture, tourism and the environment. "
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The joint Vietnam-Turkey economic and trade committee ended its meeting in Hanoi on February 23 with the signing of its minutes to boost comprehensive ties from diplomacy to climate change.
The Minutes, signed by Minister of Industry and Trade Vu Huy Hoang and Turkish Deputy Prime Minister Bulent Arinc, also covered trade, industry, agriculture, petrol, energy, investment, finance, culture, tourism and the environment. "
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Wednesday, February 23, 2011
The Relevance of Turkey’s Experience to Egypt - Opinion - Ahram Online
"The Relevance of Turkey’s Experience to Egypt
With the daunting task of transitioning to a democratic, civil state ahead of it, Egypt’s parties and institutes can learn from Turkey’s experience
Paul Salem , Wednesday 23 Feb 2011
Much has been made of the “Turkish model” as an example for Egypt, but no national experience can serve as a model for another country, nor is the Turkish experience without serious problems. Also, Ankara has been disappointingly slow to embrace democratic revolutions in the Arab world, or to condemn regime repression in Tehran. Nevertheless, there are three important elements in the Turkish experience that are very relevant to Egypt today."
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With the daunting task of transitioning to a democratic, civil state ahead of it, Egypt’s parties and institutes can learn from Turkey’s experience
Paul Salem , Wednesday 23 Feb 2011
Much has been made of the “Turkish model” as an example for Egypt, but no national experience can serve as a model for another country, nor is the Turkish experience without serious problems. Also, Ankara has been disappointingly slow to embrace democratic revolutions in the Arab world, or to condemn regime repression in Tehran. Nevertheless, there are three important elements in the Turkish experience that are very relevant to Egypt today."
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Istanbul’s top prosecutor reassigned to regional court
"Istanbul’s top prosecutor reassigned to regional court
The appointment of Aykut Cengiz Engin as the chief of a regional appeals court is seen in some circles as a political move, since all prosecutors of the Ergenekon and 'Balyoz' (Sledgehammer) coup-plot investigations were working under him. Engin himself was wiretapped for potential links to suspected members of the alleged Ergenekon gang"
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The appointment of Aykut Cengiz Engin as the chief of a regional appeals court is seen in some circles as a political move, since all prosecutors of the Ergenekon and 'Balyoz' (Sledgehammer) coup-plot investigations were working under him. Engin himself was wiretapped for potential links to suspected members of the alleged Ergenekon gang"
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Top Turkish lawyer slams jail terms without trial
"Top Turkish lawyer slams jail terms without trial
The head of the Turkish Bar Associations’ Union, or TBB, has criticized the long periods of detention without conviction in high-profile terrorism and coup allegation trials."
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The head of the Turkish Bar Associations’ Union, or TBB, has criticized the long periods of detention without conviction in high-profile terrorism and coup allegation trials."
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Turkish prison authorities ban book from jail
"Turkish prison authorities ban book from jail
A book that describes the “Back to Life” operations during which scores of prisoners died in jails in 2000 has been banned at a high security prison in Ankara."
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A book that describes the “Back to Life” operations during which scores of prisoners died in jails in 2000 has been banned at a high security prison in Ankara."
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New measles outbreak poses Istanbul health threat
"New measles outbreak poses Istanbul health threat
A previously unseen type of measles is spreading in Istanbul, where 24 cases have been reported since the start of the year, the Istanbul Provincial Health Directorate has announced in a warning issued to the public."
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A previously unseen type of measles is spreading in Istanbul, where 24 cases have been reported since the start of the year, the Istanbul Provincial Health Directorate has announced in a warning issued to the public."
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Galatasaray plan bid for Arsenal midfielder Arshavin | Premiership News | tribalfootball.com
"Galatasaray plan bid for Arsenal midfielder Arshavin
23.02.11 | tribalfootball.com
Galatasaray want to bring Arsenal midfielder Andrey Arshavin to Istanbul.
Gunners boss Arsene Wenger, only yesterday, declared he was counting on Arshavin and expecting him to return to his very best form after a difficult few months."
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23.02.11 | tribalfootball.com
Galatasaray want to bring Arsenal midfielder Andrey Arshavin to Istanbul.
Gunners boss Arsene Wenger, only yesterday, declared he was counting on Arshavin and expecting him to return to his very best form after a difficult few months."
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Nationalizing Mevlana's identity wrong, Turkish academic says
"Nationalizing Mevlana's identity wrong, Turkish academic says
Nationalizing the identity of Mevlana, the well-known philosopher and poet, is wrong even if he is doubtlessly Turkish, according to an academic."
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Nationalizing the identity of Mevlana, the well-known philosopher and poet, is wrong even if he is doubtlessly Turkish, according to an academic."
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Turkish PM lashes out at opposition parties, media
"Turkish PM lashes out at opposition parties, media
Responding to criticism from opposition leaders, Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdoğan castigated the media once again, claiming that opposition parties are “hand in hand with media institutions” in building up an “empire of fear” before the June 12 general elections."
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Responding to criticism from opposition leaders, Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdoğan castigated the media once again, claiming that opposition parties are “hand in hand with media institutions” in building up an “empire of fear” before the June 12 general elections."
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Luxembourg lauds Turkey as 'reference' for Arab reform
"Luxembourg lauds Turkey as 'reference' for Arab reform
Luxembourg's foreign minister called on Arab nations Tuesday to take Turkey as a "reference" for democratic reform and lent support to the country's struggling EU membership bid."
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Luxembourg's foreign minister called on Arab nations Tuesday to take Turkey as a "reference" for democratic reform and lent support to the country's struggling EU membership bid."
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Finally, Turkey Looks East - NYTimes.com
"Finally, Turkey Looks East
By ELIF SHAFAK
Published: February 22, 2011
I STARTED reading the fiction of the Egyptian writer Naguib Mahfouz with a delay that embarrasses me, not until my early 30s. In the Turkey of my formative years, he was not well-known. His famous “Cairo Trilogy,” published in the 1950s, wasn’t widely available in Turkish until 2008."
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By ELIF SHAFAK
Published: February 22, 2011
I STARTED reading the fiction of the Egyptian writer Naguib Mahfouz with a delay that embarrasses me, not until my early 30s. In the Turkey of my formative years, he was not well-known. His famous “Cairo Trilogy,” published in the 1950s, wasn’t widely available in Turkish until 2008."
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E-Notes: Turkey’s Changing Foreign Policy And Its International Ramifications - FPRI
"TURKEY’S CHANGING FOREIGN POLICY AND ITS INTERNATIONAL RAMIFICATIONS
By Efraim Inbar
February 2011
Efraim Inbar is professor of political studies at Bar-Ilan University and director of the Begin-Sadat (BESA) Center for Strategic Studies. This essay is excerpted from his Winter 2011 Orbis article. The author acknowledges the research help of Elizabeth Stull.
Turkey’s geographical location and size bestows on the state strategic importance. Indeed, Turkey carries great regional and international weight. Diverging from the West has serious consequences for the balance of power in the Greater Middle East and for global politics. Currently, the Middle East is divided between ascending Islamic Iran and its radical allies, and pro-Western moderate forces—Israel and most Arab states. Until recently, Turkey appeared to belong to the pro-Western camp, but it crossed the Rubicon when Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan visited Iran in October 2009. Turkey sided with Iran on the nuclear issue when its Foreign Minister, Davutoglu, in a meeting with Secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council (SNSC) Saeed Jalili, stressed his country's support for Tehran’s “peaceful nuclear program.” During the meeting held in Tehran, Ahmet Davutoglu also announced Turkey’s capital Ankara’s firm stance on the consolidation of ties with Tehran. [1] The relationship with Iran remains the litmus test for Turkey’s Islamist leanings. During a state visit to Tehran earlier this month, the Turkish president, Abdullah Gull, declared Turkey’s desire for further improvement of bilateral relations, unperturbed by the violent repression of opposition demonstrators by the Iranian regime. "
More:E-Notes: Turkey’s Changing Foreign Policy And Its International Ramifications - FPRI
By Efraim Inbar
February 2011
Efraim Inbar is professor of political studies at Bar-Ilan University and director of the Begin-Sadat (BESA) Center for Strategic Studies. This essay is excerpted from his Winter 2011 Orbis article. The author acknowledges the research help of Elizabeth Stull.
Turkey’s geographical location and size bestows on the state strategic importance. Indeed, Turkey carries great regional and international weight. Diverging from the West has serious consequences for the balance of power in the Greater Middle East and for global politics. Currently, the Middle East is divided between ascending Islamic Iran and its radical allies, and pro-Western moderate forces—Israel and most Arab states. Until recently, Turkey appeared to belong to the pro-Western camp, but it crossed the Rubicon when Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan visited Iran in October 2009. Turkey sided with Iran on the nuclear issue when its Foreign Minister, Davutoglu, in a meeting with Secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council (SNSC) Saeed Jalili, stressed his country's support for Tehran’s “peaceful nuclear program.” During the meeting held in Tehran, Ahmet Davutoglu also announced Turkey’s capital Ankara’s firm stance on the consolidation of ties with Tehran. [1] The relationship with Iran remains the litmus test for Turkey’s Islamist leanings. During a state visit to Tehran earlier this month, the Turkish president, Abdullah Gull, declared Turkey’s desire for further improvement of bilateral relations, unperturbed by the violent repression of opposition demonstrators by the Iranian regime. "
More:E-Notes: Turkey’s Changing Foreign Policy And Its International Ramifications - FPRI
Foreigners flee Libya by ship, by plane, by car
"Foreigners flee Libya by ship, by plane, by car
(AP) – 7 hours ago
ANKARA, Turkey (AP) — Foreigners fled the turmoil in Libya by the thousands on Wednesday, climbing aboard ships, ferries and planes or fleeing in overloaded vans to the country's borders with Egypt and Tunisia. Tripoli's airport was overwhelmed with stranded people seeking a way out.
Two Turkish ships whisked 3,000 citizens away from the chaos engulfing the North African nation and a 600-foot U.S.-chartered ferry arrived to evacuate Americans to the nearby Mediterranean island of Malta, a five-hour journey. Several countries — including Russia, Germany and Ukraine — sent more planes in to help their citizens escape an increasingly unstable situation."
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(AP) – 7 hours ago
ANKARA, Turkey (AP) — Foreigners fled the turmoil in Libya by the thousands on Wednesday, climbing aboard ships, ferries and planes or fleeing in overloaded vans to the country's borders with Egypt and Tunisia. Tripoli's airport was overwhelmed with stranded people seeking a way out.
Two Turkish ships whisked 3,000 citizens away from the chaos engulfing the North African nation and a 600-foot U.S.-chartered ferry arrived to evacuate Americans to the nearby Mediterranean island of Malta, a five-hour journey. Several countries — including Russia, Germany and Ukraine — sent more planes in to help their citizens escape an increasingly unstable situation."
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Upheaval shows risks of Turkey Middle East policy
"Upheaval shows risks of Turkey Middle East policy
Wednesday, 23 February 2011 12:29 Mohideen Mifthah
ANKARA, Feb 22 (Reuters) - Turkey has made forging closer diplomatic and business ties with the Middle East and Arab world a foreign policy priority but upheaval in the region has posed fresh challenges as Ankara tries to look after its interests.
Popular revolts against autocrats in Egypt, Tunisia and elsewehere have highlighted the risks and dilemmas regional powerhouse Turkey faces managing relations in an unstable neighbourhood."
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Wednesday, 23 February 2011 12:29 Mohideen Mifthah
ANKARA, Feb 22 (Reuters) - Turkey has made forging closer diplomatic and business ties with the Middle East and Arab world a foreign policy priority but upheaval in the region has posed fresh challenges as Ankara tries to look after its interests.
Popular revolts against autocrats in Egypt, Tunisia and elsewehere have highlighted the risks and dilemmas regional powerhouse Turkey faces managing relations in an unstable neighbourhood."
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Malaysia And Turkey Announce Lifting Of Visa Requirements
"Malaysia And Turkey Announce Lifting Of Visa Requirements
From Khairdzir Yunus
ANKARA, Feb 23 (Bernama) -- Malaysia and Turkey have agreed to lift the visa requirements for their citizens to travel to each other's country.
This was announced at a joint press conference by the Malaysian Prime Minister, Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak, and his Turkish counterpart Recep Tayyip Erdogan after their four-eyed meeting, which was followed by a delegation meeting between the Malaysian and Turkish delegations, at the Prime Minister's Office here Tuesday."
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From Khairdzir Yunus
ANKARA, Feb 23 (Bernama) -- Malaysia and Turkey have agreed to lift the visa requirements for their citizens to travel to each other's country.
This was announced at a joint press conference by the Malaysian Prime Minister, Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak, and his Turkish counterpart Recep Tayyip Erdogan after their four-eyed meeting, which was followed by a delegation meeting between the Malaysian and Turkish delegations, at the Prime Minister's Office here Tuesday."
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Factbox: Country and company Libya evacuation plans | Reuters
"Factbox: Country and company Libya evacuation plans
Wed Feb 23, 2011 1:08am EST
(Reuters) - Following are details on countries and companies evacuating nationals and employees from Libya or closing operations.
COUNTRIES:
TURKEY: Some 3,000 Turks boarded ferry boats in Benghazi early on Wednesday and set off for Turkey in a mass evacuation. The Turkish Foreign Ministry said the Orhan Gazi ferry departed Benghazi port with 1,500 Turks and the Osman Gazi set off with another 1,500 passengers. There are about 25,000 Turks living in Libya, most working for construction firms and other companies."
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Wed Feb 23, 2011 1:08am EST
(Reuters) - Following are details on countries and companies evacuating nationals and employees from Libya or closing operations.
COUNTRIES:
TURKEY: Some 3,000 Turks boarded ferry boats in Benghazi early on Wednesday and set off for Turkey in a mass evacuation. The Turkish Foreign Ministry said the Orhan Gazi ferry departed Benghazi port with 1,500 Turks and the Osman Gazi set off with another 1,500 passengers. There are about 25,000 Turks living in Libya, most working for construction firms and other companies."
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Turkey consumes most expensive gas, prices increase
"Turkey consumes most expensive gas, prices increase
Gas prices in Turkey rose by 0.09 Turkish Liras per liter on Wednesday, according to data gathered by the Anatolia news agency."
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Gas prices in Turkey rose by 0.09 Turkish Liras per liter on Wednesday, according to data gathered by the Anatolia news agency."
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Turkey official CeBIT partner country in 2011
"Turkey official CeBIT partner country in 2011
The Istanbul Chamber of Commerce, or ICOC, is preparing to bring 81 Turkish companies to meet with titans of the information technologies sector in Hanover, Germany, as the official Turkey organizer of CeBIT 2011, according to a press release."
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The Istanbul Chamber of Commerce, or ICOC, is preparing to bring 81 Turkish companies to meet with titans of the information technologies sector in Hanover, Germany, as the official Turkey organizer of CeBIT 2011, according to a press release."
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APA - Ankara to host conference on work for international recognition of Khojaly tragedy as genocide
"Ankara to host conference on work for international recognition of Khojaly tragedy as genocide
[ 23 Feb 2011 15:36 ]
Baku. Lachin Sultanova – APA. Turkish Strategic Research Center (TURKSAM), World Azerbaijanis Congress (WAC) and Turkish-Azerbaijani Study Group will organize the conference on “Work for International Recognition of Khojaly Tragedy as Genocide” in Ankara on February 24."
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[ 23 Feb 2011 15:36 ]
Baku. Lachin Sultanova – APA. Turkish Strategic Research Center (TURKSAM), World Azerbaijanis Congress (WAC) and Turkish-Azerbaijani Study Group will organize the conference on “Work for International Recognition of Khojaly Tragedy as Genocide” in Ankara on February 24."
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Erdogan on course to win June poll
"Erdogan on course to win June poll
By Delphine Strauss in Ankara
Published: February 22 2011 23:18 | Last updated: February 22 2011 23:18
Turkey will go to the polls on June 12 in elections that are likely to confirm Recep Tayyip Erdogan, prime minister, as one of the country’s longest-serving political leaders.
The government submitted the election date to parliament on Tuesday, setting the stage for a contentious campaign."
More:FT.com / Europe - Erdogan on course to win June poll
By Delphine Strauss in Ankara
Published: February 22 2011 23:18 | Last updated: February 22 2011 23:18
Turkey will go to the polls on June 12 in elections that are likely to confirm Recep Tayyip Erdogan, prime minister, as one of the country’s longest-serving political leaders.
The government submitted the election date to parliament on Tuesday, setting the stage for a contentious campaign."
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Turkey's Soyut mulls unit IPO, invests in Malaysia | Metals & Mining | Reuters
"Turkey's Soyut mulls unit IPO, invests in Malaysia
Wed Feb 23, 2011 11:26am GMT
ISTANBUL Feb 23 (Reuters) - Turkey's Soyut Group, which has interests in energy, construction and finance, may apply to regulators in November to list shares in its investment unit, a company official said on Wednesday."
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Wed Feb 23, 2011 11:26am GMT
ISTANBUL Feb 23 (Reuters) - Turkey's Soyut Group, which has interests in energy, construction and finance, may apply to regulators in November to list shares in its investment unit, a company official said on Wednesday."
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Libya Evacuation Largest in Turkish History, Davutoglu Says - Businessweek
"Libya Evacuation Largest in Turkish History, Davutoglu Says
February 23, 2011, 5:56 AM EST
By Benjamin Harvey
Feb. 23 (Bloomberg) -- Turkey has begun the biggest evacuation effort in the country’s history as it transports citizens from Libya amid escalating unrest in which one Turkish citizen has died, Foreign Minister Ahmet Davutoglu said."
More:Libya Evacuation Largest in Turkish History, Davutoglu Says - Businessweek
February 23, 2011, 5:56 AM EST
By Benjamin Harvey
Feb. 23 (Bloomberg) -- Turkey has begun the biggest evacuation effort in the country’s history as it transports citizens from Libya amid escalating unrest in which one Turkish citizen has died, Foreign Minister Ahmet Davutoglu said."
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Tuesday, February 22, 2011
Turkish mobile operator ranks first in dividend payments
"Turkish mobile operator ranks first in dividend payments
A total of 49 companies trading on the Istanbul Stock Exchange, or ISE, have distributed 20.4 billion Turkish Liras in net dividends to their investors over the last five years, according to data gathered by the weekly Ekonomist."
More:Turkish mobile operator ranks first in dividend payments - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
A total of 49 companies trading on the Istanbul Stock Exchange, or ISE, have distributed 20.4 billion Turkish Liras in net dividends to their investors over the last five years, according to data gathered by the weekly Ekonomist."
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Mock crucifixion in Turkey called 'poisonous' by critics
"Mock crucifixion in Turkey called 'poisonous' by critics
A reenactment of an eastern Black Sea town’s rescue from foreign occupiers almost a century ago, complete with gun-wielding children and mock-crucifixions of Turks by Armenians, has drawn criticism from Armenian figures and opposition parties."
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A reenactment of an eastern Black Sea town’s rescue from foreign occupiers almost a century ago, complete with gun-wielding children and mock-crucifixions of Turks by Armenians, has drawn criticism from Armenian figures and opposition parties."
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Luxembourg to open embassy in Turkey
"Luxembourg to open embassy in Turkey
Luxembourg plans to open an embassy in Turkey, according to Foreign Minister Ahmet Davutoğlu."
More:Luxembourg to open embassy in Turkey - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
Luxembourg plans to open an embassy in Turkey, according to Foreign Minister Ahmet Davutoğlu."
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Turkish Equity Movers: Ford Oto, Tekfen, Turkish Airlines Move - Bloomberg
"Turkish Equity Movers: Ford Oto, Tekfen, Turkish Airlines Move
By Benjamin Harvey - Feb 22, 2011 11:56 AM ET
Turkey’s benchmark ISE National 100 Index retreated for a second day, dropping 470.24, or 0.7 percent, to 64,658.76 at the 5:30 p.m. close of trading in Istanbul. "
More:Turkish Equity Movers: Ford Oto, Tekfen, Turkish Airlines Move - Bloomberg
By Benjamin Harvey - Feb 22, 2011 11:56 AM ET
Turkey’s benchmark ISE National 100 Index retreated for a second day, dropping 470.24, or 0.7 percent, to 64,658.76 at the 5:30 p.m. close of trading in Istanbul. "
More:Turkish Equity Movers: Ford Oto, Tekfen, Turkish Airlines Move - Bloomberg
Best Buy says bows out of Turkey
"Best Buy says bows out of Turkey
Published: 2/22/2011
ISTANBUL - Electronics retailer Best Buy said it decided to withdraw from Turkish market due to global expectations, the company announced on Tuesday.
The U.S. company said it would close its two stores in Izmir and Ankara."
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Published: 2/22/2011
ISTANBUL - Electronics retailer Best Buy said it decided to withdraw from Turkish market due to global expectations, the company announced on Tuesday.
The U.S. company said it would close its two stores in Izmir and Ankara."
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Istanbul Municipality Building to be transformed into a hotel
"Istanbul Municipality Building to be transformed into a hotel
Published by Ozgur Tore
Tuesday, 22 February 2011 19:07
Association of Turkish Travel Agencies (TURSAB) organized a dinner for the honor of mayor of Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality; Kadir Topbaş at Istanbul Convention and Exhibition Center (ICEC).
tursab-topbasMayor of Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality; Kadir Topbaş, Mayor of Beyoğlu district Ahmet Misbah Demircan, Vice President of TUROFED; Gürel Aydın, TUROB President Timur Bayındır and several representatives of Turkish travel industry attended the night."
More:Istanbul Municipality Building to be transformed into a hotel
Published by Ozgur Tore
Tuesday, 22 February 2011 19:07
Association of Turkish Travel Agencies (TURSAB) organized a dinner for the honor of mayor of Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality; Kadir Topbaş at Istanbul Convention and Exhibition Center (ICEC).
tursab-topbasMayor of Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality; Kadir Topbaş, Mayor of Beyoğlu district Ahmet Misbah Demircan, Vice President of TUROFED; Gürel Aydın, TUROB President Timur Bayındır and several representatives of Turkish travel industry attended the night."
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JATA Gathers in Cappadocia and Istanbul
"JATA Gathers in Cappadocia and Istanbul PDF Print
Published by Ozgur Tore
Tuesday, 22 February 2011 19:11
Turkish Culture and Tourism Ministry announced that a special committee formed by Japan Association of Travel Agents (JATA) will gather in Cappadocia and in Istanbul on 22 and 24 February 2011 respectively. "
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Published by Ozgur Tore
Tuesday, 22 February 2011 19:11
Turkish Culture and Tourism Ministry announced that a special committee formed by Japan Association of Travel Agents (JATA) will gather in Cappadocia and in Istanbul on 22 and 24 February 2011 respectively. "
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Chefs Compete at the 9th International Istanbul Gastronomy Festival
"Chefs Compete at the 9th International Istanbul Gastronomy Festival
Published by Ozgur Tore
Tuesday, 22 February 2011 19:01
Around 600 chefs around the world gathered in Istanbul for the 9th International Istanbul Gastronomy Festival, which is organized by the All Cooks Federation (TAF), held at the TÜYAP Fair and Congress Center 17-20 February 2011. "
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Published by Ozgur Tore
Tuesday, 22 February 2011 19:01
Around 600 chefs around the world gathered in Istanbul for the 9th International Istanbul Gastronomy Festival, which is organized by the All Cooks Federation (TAF), held at the TÜYAP Fair and Congress Center 17-20 February 2011. "
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Chefs Compete at the 9th International Istanbul Gastronomy Festival
"Chefs Compete at the 9th International Istanbul Gastronomy Festival
Published by Ozgur Tore
Tuesday, 22 February 2011 19:01
Around 600 chefs around the world gathered in Istanbul for the 9th International Istanbul Gastronomy Festival, which is organized by the All Cooks Federation (TAF), held at the TÜYAP Fair and Congress Center 17-20 February 2011. "
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Published by Ozgur Tore
Tuesday, 22 February 2011 19:01
Around 600 chefs around the world gathered in Istanbul for the 9th International Istanbul Gastronomy Festival, which is organized by the All Cooks Federation (TAF), held at the TÜYAP Fair and Congress Center 17-20 February 2011. "
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A Turkish woman's harrowing flight home from Libya
"A Turkish woman's harrowing flight home from Libya
Blocked from reaching her embassy, misinformed about flight plans and scared by looters – and bodies – in the streets, one Turkish woman escaped the growing violence in Libya, but had to leave her husband behind."
More:A Turkish woman's harrowing flight home from Libya - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
Blocked from reaching her embassy, misinformed about flight plans and scared by looters – and bodies – in the streets, one Turkish woman escaped the growing violence in Libya, but had to leave her husband behind."
More:A Turkish woman's harrowing flight home from Libya - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
Libya unrest exposes Turkey’s energy scars
"Libya unrest exposes Turkey’s energy scars
As port activities in Tripoli and Benghazi are halted and foreign energy companies pull back from Libya, Turkey’s dependency on oil imports is predicted to upturn all hopes regarding inflation and the current account deficit. If Brent crude oil averages $110 per barrel this year, Turkey’s current account deficit to gross domestic product ratio will surge to a dangerous 8.5 percent, an analyst says. "
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As port activities in Tripoli and Benghazi are halted and foreign energy companies pull back from Libya, Turkey’s dependency on oil imports is predicted to upturn all hopes regarding inflation and the current account deficit. If Brent crude oil averages $110 per barrel this year, Turkey’s current account deficit to gross domestic product ratio will surge to a dangerous 8.5 percent, an analyst says. "
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Spirits giant Diageo splashes £1.3billion on Turkish rival | The Sun |News|Sun City
"That's the spirit
SPIRITS giant DIAGEO has splashed out £1.3 BILLION on a Turkish drinks rival.
The British maker of Smirnoff vodka and Johnnie Walker whisky is buying MEY ICKI from private equity investors TPG CAPITAL and ACTERA. "
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SPIRITS giant DIAGEO has splashed out £1.3 BILLION on a Turkish drinks rival.
The British maker of Smirnoff vodka and Johnnie Walker whisky is buying MEY ICKI from private equity investors TPG CAPITAL and ACTERA. "
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Widening Arab revolts may boost Ankara's influence
"Widening Arab revolts may boost Ankara's influence
By Soner Cagaptay
Commentary by
Tuesday, February 22, 2011
One of the unexpected consequences of the current unrest in the Middle East and North Africa is the potential elevation of Turkey’s role to that of regional power. "
More:The Daily Star - Opinion Articles - Widening Arab revolts may boost Ankara's influence
By Soner Cagaptay
Commentary by
Tuesday, February 22, 2011
One of the unexpected consequences of the current unrest in the Middle East and North Africa is the potential elevation of Turkey’s role to that of regional power. "
More:The Daily Star - Opinion Articles - Widening Arab revolts may boost Ankara's influence
Cyprus poll says Ankara relations started to sour before rally
"Cyprus poll says Ankara relations started to sour before rally
However, 42.9% of the participants consider this tension as a negative development.
Turkish Cypriot daily Yeni Duzen publishes the first part of a public opinion poll held in the occupied areas of Cyprus by the Public Opinion Research Consulting Centre (KADEM) between 11 and 19 February 2011 with the participation of 549 persons. "
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However, 42.9% of the participants consider this tension as a negative development.
Turkish Cypriot daily Yeni Duzen publishes the first part of a public opinion poll held in the occupied areas of Cyprus by the Public Opinion Research Consulting Centre (KADEM) between 11 and 19 February 2011 with the participation of 549 persons. "
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Botas of Turkey Seeks to Limit LNG Imports, Haberturk Says - Bloomberg
"Botas of Turkey Seeks to Limit LNG Imports, Haberturk Says
By Ercan Ersoy - Feb 22, 2011 1:57 AM ET
Boru Hatlari Ile Petrol Tasima AS, Turkey’s state-owned pipeline company known as Botas, has asked the country’s energy regulator to limit imports of liquefied natural gas to avoid fines on gas imports, Haberturk said. "
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By Ercan Ersoy - Feb 22, 2011 1:57 AM ET
Boru Hatlari Ile Petrol Tasima AS, Turkey’s state-owned pipeline company known as Botas, has asked the country’s energy regulator to limit imports of liquefied natural gas to avoid fines on gas imports, Haberturk said. "
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Countries scramble to evacuate citizens from Libya | Top AP Stories | Chron.com - Houston Chronicle
"Countries scramble to evacuate citizens from Libya
By SELCAN HACAOGLU Associated Press © 2011 The Associated Press
Feb. 22, 2011, 7:34AM
ANKARA, Turkey — Governments scrambled by air and sea to pick up their citizens stranded by Libya's bloody unrest on Tuesday, with thousands of Turks crowding into a stadium to await evacuation and Egyptians gathering at the border to escape the chaos."
More:Countries scramble to evacuate citizens from Libya | Top AP Stories | Chron.com - Houston Chronicle
By SELCAN HACAOGLU Associated Press © 2011 The Associated Press
Feb. 22, 2011, 7:34AM
ANKARA, Turkey — Governments scrambled by air and sea to pick up their citizens stranded by Libya's bloody unrest on Tuesday, with thousands of Turks crowding into a stadium to await evacuation and Egyptians gathering at the border to escape the chaos."
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Lack of press freedom in Turkey criticised again - South Eastern Europe - The Sofia Echo
"Lack of press freedom in Turkey criticised again
Freedom of the press in Turkey the has come under international scrutiny, following the arrest and jailing of three journalists critical of the government. Human-rights groups claim more than 50 journalists are in jail for their reporting. The Turkish government argues it needs tight press control because it is facing the twin threats of terrorism and attempts to topple Turkish democracy."
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Freedom of the press in Turkey the has come under international scrutiny, following the arrest and jailing of three journalists critical of the government. Human-rights groups claim more than 50 journalists are in jail for their reporting. The Turkish government argues it needs tight press control because it is facing the twin threats of terrorism and attempts to topple Turkish democracy."
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U.S. Confused by Lack of Press Freedom in Turkey - Salem-News.Com
"U.S. Confused by Lack of Press Freedom in Turkey
Belén Fernandez Salem-News.com
Ambassador cries out for journalist rights in Turkey- as US harasses members of the press routinely.
(ISTANBUL) - Last week Turkey arrested four journalists suspected of links to the ultranationalist Ergenekon organization, which is accused of plotting to force a military coup against the ruling AK Party.
U.S. Ambassador to Turkey Francis Ricciardone responded to the arrests by stressing the importance of freedom of the press:
'Journalists are being detained on the one hand, while addresses about freedom of the speech are given on the other. We do not understand this.'
In the interest of adding to the ambassador’s confusion, I am submitting the following two recent news excerpts on the subject of press freedom. "
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Belén Fernandez Salem-News.com
Ambassador cries out for journalist rights in Turkey- as US harasses members of the press routinely.
(ISTANBUL) - Last week Turkey arrested four journalists suspected of links to the ultranationalist Ergenekon organization, which is accused of plotting to force a military coup against the ruling AK Party.
U.S. Ambassador to Turkey Francis Ricciardone responded to the arrests by stressing the importance of freedom of the press:
'Journalists are being detained on the one hand, while addresses about freedom of the speech are given on the other. We do not understand this.'
In the interest of adding to the ambassador’s confusion, I am submitting the following two recent news excerpts on the subject of press freedom. "
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Thousands of Turks stranded in Libya
"Thousands of Turks stranded in Libya
Nearly 4,000 Turks who were caught in the crossfire between Libyan protesters and Gadhafi forces in Benghazi took refuge in a hangar at the city's airport, Hürriyet daily reported Tuesday."
More:Thousands of Turks stranded in Libya - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
Nearly 4,000 Turks who were caught in the crossfire between Libyan protesters and Gadhafi forces in Benghazi took refuge in a hangar at the city's airport, Hürriyet daily reported Tuesday."
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Turkey's 5-yr CDS at 6-month high on Mid East unrest | Reuters
"Turkey's 5-yr CDS at 6-month high on Mid East unrest
ISTANBUL | Tue Feb 22, 2011 5:01am EST
ISTANBUL Feb 22 (Reuters) - The cost of insuring Turkish sovereign debt against default for five years rose to a six-month high on Tuesday, as escalating violence in Libya threatened to fan further unrest across the Middle East."
More:Turkey's 5-yr CDS at 6-month high on Mid East unrest | Reuters
ISTANBUL | Tue Feb 22, 2011 5:01am EST
ISTANBUL Feb 22 (Reuters) - The cost of insuring Turkish sovereign debt against default for five years rose to a six-month high on Tuesday, as escalating violence in Libya threatened to fan further unrest across the Middle East."
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Global interest in Turkey growing, says Expedia
"Global interest in Turkey growing, says Expedia
Expedia, the largest online travel company in the world, announced at a press release that global interest in Turkey as a tourism destination was surging."
More:Global interest in Turkey growing, says Expedia - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
Expedia, the largest online travel company in the world, announced at a press release that global interest in Turkey as a tourism destination was surging."
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Report: Thousands of Turks held hostage in Libyan stadium - Monsters and Critics
"Report: Thousands of Turks held hostage in Libyan stadium
Feb 22, 2011, 12:14 GMT
Istanbul - Thousands of Turkish nationals were being held hostage in a stadium in the Libyan city of Benghazi as the Turkish government ramped up efforts to evacuate its citizens, Turkish media reported Tuesday. "
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Feb 22, 2011, 12:14 GMT
Istanbul - Thousands of Turkish nationals were being held hostage in a stadium in the Libyan city of Benghazi as the Turkish government ramped up efforts to evacuate its citizens, Turkish media reported Tuesday. "
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Turkish Cypriots should put their house in order, minister says
"Turkish Cypriots should put their house in order, minister says
Turkish Cypriots should put their house in order so as to efficiently direct public spending to infrastructure in northern Cyprus, Turkish Finance Minister Mehmet Şimşek said Monday at a meeting in Istanbul to mark the 10th anniversary of Turkey’s Feb. 21 economic crisis."
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Turkish Cypriots should put their house in order so as to efficiently direct public spending to infrastructure in northern Cyprus, Turkish Finance Minister Mehmet Şimşek said Monday at a meeting in Istanbul to mark the 10th anniversary of Turkey’s Feb. 21 economic crisis."
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ZZTK: Advancing Turkish Olive Oil Abroad
"ZZTK: Advancing Turkish Olive Oil Abroad
Posted on February 22 2011 | Categorized in: European Union
By Umut Egitimci
Olive Oil Times Contributor | Reporting from Istanbul
Inspite of its numerous benefits, olive oil still needs to be promoted in the world market. Among the organizations who work to promote Turkish olive oil abroad is the Promotional Committee for Olive and Olive Oil ( ZZTK ). It was established in 2007 to promote table olives and olive oil in countries including the United States, Canada, Japan, Australia, Russia, South Korea, India, the United Kingdom, Romania and China."
More:ZZTK: Advancing Turkish Olive Oil Abroad
Posted on February 22 2011 | Categorized in: European Union
By Umut Egitimci
Olive Oil Times Contributor | Reporting from Istanbul
Inspite of its numerous benefits, olive oil still needs to be promoted in the world market. Among the organizations who work to promote Turkish olive oil abroad is the Promotional Committee for Olive and Olive Oil ( ZZTK ). It was established in 2007 to promote table olives and olive oil in countries including the United States, Canada, Japan, Australia, Russia, South Korea, India, the United Kingdom, Romania and China."
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Europeans wanting to flee Libya violence are unable to use evacuation flights - EU and Turkey or UN could temporarily take-over Benghazi Airport?
Several European countries are sending planes to evacuate their citizens from strife-torn Libya as continuing violence threatens economic projects.
Italy, Greece and the Netherlands are sending transport planes to Libya to get their citizens out. Turkey, Austria and Portugal have already done so while airports were still open.
Most of the evacuation aircraft are now sitting on runways in Europe, because it's now nearly become impossible to use air transport since runways at Benghazi airport have been destroyed in the anti-government uprising and the Tripoli airport is hardly functioning because many flight controllers have not shown up for work.
The time has probably come for the EU and Turkey, or the UN, if they can get their act together, to temporarily take military control of the Benghazi Airport to fly expats out instead of waiting while the situation worsens.
EU-Digest
Italy, Greece and the Netherlands are sending transport planes to Libya to get their citizens out. Turkey, Austria and Portugal have already done so while airports were still open.
Most of the evacuation aircraft are now sitting on runways in Europe, because it's now nearly become impossible to use air transport since runways at Benghazi airport have been destroyed in the anti-government uprising and the Tripoli airport is hardly functioning because many flight controllers have not shown up for work.
The time has probably come for the EU and Turkey, or the UN, if they can get their act together, to temporarily take military control of the Benghazi Airport to fly expats out instead of waiting while the situation worsens.
EU-Digest
Monday, February 21, 2011
Helping advance the role of women in Turkey
"Helping advance the role of women in Turkey
Monday, February 21, 2011; 5:46 PM
As a young State Department political officer based in Istanbul, hannah draper is focused on helping improve the standing and lives of women in Turkish society. "
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Monday, February 21, 2011; 5:46 PM
As a young State Department political officer based in Istanbul, hannah draper is focused on helping improve the standing and lives of women in Turkish society. "
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Libya Denies Landing to Turkish Airlines Evacuation Flight - Bloomberg
"Libya Denies Landing to Turkish Airlines Evacuation Flight
By Benjamin Harvey - Feb 21, 2011 5:40 AM ET
A Turkish Airlines flight sent to evacuate Turks caught up in unrest in Libya returned to Istanbul after being denied permission to land, Turkey’s state-run news agency said.
Civil aviation authorities at Benghazi airport refused to let the plane land, and it circled for an hour in Libyan airspace before returning to Istanbul airport this morning, the Anatolia news agency reported. "
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By Benjamin Harvey - Feb 21, 2011 5:40 AM ET
A Turkish Airlines flight sent to evacuate Turks caught up in unrest in Libya returned to Istanbul after being denied permission to land, Turkey’s state-run news agency said.
Civil aviation authorities at Benghazi airport refused to let the plane land, and it circled for an hour in Libyan airspace before returning to Istanbul airport this morning, the Anatolia news agency reported. "
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Turkey Navigates Area Unrest
"Turkey Navigates Path Through Unrest in Mideast, North Africa
BY MARC CHAMPION
ISTANBUL—Turkey's dramatically increased economic and political role in the Middle East and North Africa is creating high stakes and awkward conflicts for its government and businesses, as they try to navigate turmoil across the region."
More:Turkey Navigates Area Unrest - WSJ.com
BY MARC CHAMPION
ISTANBUL—Turkey's dramatically increased economic and political role in the Middle East and North Africa is creating high stakes and awkward conflicts for its government and businesses, as they try to navigate turmoil across the region."
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Turkey Stocks Fall First Day in Five as Libya Warns of Civil War - Bloomberg
"Turkey Stocks Fall First Day in Five as Libya Warns of Civil War
By Selcuk Gokoluk - Feb 21, 2011 11:17 AM ET
Turkish stocks retreated for the first day in five as escalating tensions in Libya sent construction companies and bank stocks lower.
The ISE National 100 Index of stocks fell 1.3 percent to 65,129 at the 5:30 p.m. close in Istanbul. The yield on two-year bonds rose 15 basis points to 8.48 percent, its highest in more than a week, according to the RBS Istanbul Benchmark Bond Index. "
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By Selcuk Gokoluk - Feb 21, 2011 11:17 AM ET
Turkish stocks retreated for the first day in five as escalating tensions in Libya sent construction companies and bank stocks lower.
The ISE National 100 Index of stocks fell 1.3 percent to 65,129 at the 5:30 p.m. close in Istanbul. The yield on two-year bonds rose 15 basis points to 8.48 percent, its highest in more than a week, according to the RBS Istanbul Benchmark Bond Index. "
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Turkish foreign office prepares report against Armenian Genocide | Armenia News - NEWS.am
"Turkish foreign office prepares report against Armenian Genocide
February 21, 2011 | 07:17
Since the Armenians throughout the world are preparing for the 100th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide, the Turkish foreign office is taking relevant steps."
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February 21, 2011 | 07:17
Since the Armenians throughout the world are preparing for the 100th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide, the Turkish foreign office is taking relevant steps."
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Report: Turkish companies looted in Libya (Roundup) - Monsters and Critics
"Report: Turkish companies looted in Libya (Roundup)
Feb 21, 2011, 16:58 GMT
Istanbul - The offices of more than a dozen Turkish construction companies in Libya were looted Monday amid anti- government protests, while the Turkish government continued efforts to evacuate thousands of its citizens."
More:Report: Turkish companies looted in Libya (Roundup) - Monsters and Critics
Feb 21, 2011, 16:58 GMT
Istanbul - The offices of more than a dozen Turkish construction companies in Libya were looted Monday amid anti- government protests, while the Turkish government continued efforts to evacuate thousands of its citizens."
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Turkish leader hints at role in freeing German journalists < German news | Expatica Germany
"Turkish leader hints at role in freeing German journalists
Turkish President Abdullah Gul hinted Monday he was instrumental in Iran's decision to free two German journalists at the weekend.
'We would not talk about the favours we do... Certainly I made a request (to Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad), I spoke to him. I am grateful he did not let me down,' Gul told reporters in televised remarks."
More:Turkish leader hints at role in freeing German journalists < German news | Expatica Germany
Turkish President Abdullah Gul hinted Monday he was instrumental in Iran's decision to free two German journalists at the weekend.
'We would not talk about the favours we do... Certainly I made a request (to Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad), I spoke to him. I am grateful he did not let me down,' Gul told reporters in televised remarks."
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Italy leads calls to revive gridlocked EU-Turkey negotiations - Monsters and Critics
"Italy leads calls to revive gridlocked EU-Turkey negotiations
Feb 21, 2011, 13:59 GMT
Brussels - Italy led calls Monday to revive links between the European Union and Turkey, to encourage pro-European feelings in the country ahead of general elections in June. "
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Feb 21, 2011, 13:59 GMT
Brussels - Italy led calls Monday to revive links between the European Union and Turkey, to encourage pro-European feelings in the country ahead of general elections in June. "
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Bulgaria Scraps Turkey Border Fence Plans: Bulgaria Scraps Turkey Border Fence Plans
"Bulgaria Scraps Turkey Border Fence Plans
Bulgaria has given up on controversial plans to restore the fence along the Bulgarian-Turkish border, which existed in the Cold War period, as a measure against the spread of food-and-mouth disease (FMD)."
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Bulgaria has given up on controversial plans to restore the fence along the Bulgarian-Turkish border, which existed in the Cold War period, as a measure against the spread of food-and-mouth disease (FMD)."
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Georgia, Turkish Firm Sign Deal on Three HPPs
"Georgia, Turkish Firm Sign Deal on Three HPPs
Civil Georgia, Tbilisi / 21 Feb.'11 / 11:45
Georgia signed a memorandum with a daughter company of Turkish Agaoglu Group on February 19 on construction of three hydropower plants on the river of Paravani in Samtskhe-Javakheti region in south of Georgia."
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Civil Georgia, Tbilisi / 21 Feb.'11 / 11:45
Georgia signed a memorandum with a daughter company of Turkish Agaoglu Group on February 19 on construction of three hydropower plants on the river of Paravani in Samtskhe-Javakheti region in south of Georgia."
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Istanbul Enjoys Visitor Number Increase
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Monday 21 February 2011
Fresh from being named as the number one European city for property investment by PricewaterhouseCoopers, official data has now revealed that Istanbul has enjoyed a 28.5 per cent increase in visitor numbers during January."
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Monday 21 February 2011
Fresh from being named as the number one European city for property investment by PricewaterhouseCoopers, official data has now revealed that Istanbul has enjoyed a 28.5 per cent increase in visitor numbers during January."
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Turkish soap boosts visits to Istanbul’s Topkapı Palace
"Turkish soap boosts visits to Istanbul’s Topkapı Palace
A popular Turkish soap opera that recently hit airwaves has increased the number of domestic visitors to Istanbul’s iconic Topkapı Palace."
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A popular Turkish soap opera that recently hit airwaves has increased the number of domestic visitors to Istanbul’s iconic Topkapı Palace."
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Green growth in Turkey
"Green growth in Turkey
Rotor Elektrik Uretim Osmaniye wind farm in Turkey –
engaging the local community in the economic development
decision-making process through stakeholder consultations."
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Rotor Elektrik Uretim Osmaniye wind farm in Turkey –
engaging the local community in the economic development
decision-making process through stakeholder consultations."
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Diageo Nears Deal With Turkish Spirits Maker
"Diageo Nears Deal With Turkish Spirits Maker
By Dana Cimilluca
Posted on 02/20/11
LONDON—Diageo PLC is close to buying Turkish spirits company Mey Icki for between $2 billion and $2.5 billion, people familiar with the matter said, a deal that would give the U.K. alcohol giant access to a vast distribution network in the fast-growing nation"
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By Dana Cimilluca
Posted on 02/20/11
LONDON—Diageo PLC is close to buying Turkish spirits company Mey Icki for between $2 billion and $2.5 billion, people familiar with the matter said, a deal that would give the U.K. alcohol giant access to a vast distribution network in the fast-growing nation"
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Sunday, February 20, 2011
Turkish business in Libya faces security threat
"Turkish business in Libya faces security threat
Turkish companies, mainly construction firms, operating in Libya are worried after political turmoil and violence rocks the country and building sites are attacked, depots burned and equipment destroyed over the weekend. Officials from many companies say they are observing the developments closely and have already moved hundreds of workers to safer regions"
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Turkish companies, mainly construction firms, operating in Libya are worried after political turmoil and violence rocks the country and building sites are attacked, depots burned and equipment destroyed over the weekend. Officials from many companies say they are observing the developments closely and have already moved hundreds of workers to safer regions"
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Ankara shows tepid reaction to Libya deaths
"Ankara shows tepid reaction to Libya deaths
The Foreign Ministry is watching the situations in both Libya and Bahrain, which have been swept by protests, and is working to ensure the safety of its citizens in the eastern part of Libya, where the protests are most severe. An official says the ministry’s priority is ‘to evacuate our citizens’ from Libya"
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The Foreign Ministry is watching the situations in both Libya and Bahrain, which have been swept by protests, and is working to ensure the safety of its citizens in the eastern part of Libya, where the protests are most severe. An official says the ministry’s priority is ‘to evacuate our citizens’ from Libya"
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Female entrepreneurs graduate from project in Istanbul
"Female entrepreneurs graduate from project in Istanbul
Graduates from the Female Entrepreneurs Certificate Program sponsored by Özyeğin University and Goldman Sachs received their certificates Thursday."More:
Female entrepreneurs graduate from project in Istanbul - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
Graduates from the Female Entrepreneurs Certificate Program sponsored by Özyeğin University and Goldman Sachs received their certificates Thursday."More:
Female entrepreneurs graduate from project in Istanbul - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
Third Istanbul fire in as many months
"Third Istanbul fire in as many months
The Hünkar Pavilion at the Beyazıt Mosque in Istanbul’s Fatih district was severely damaged in a fire Saturday, becoming the city’s latest historical structure to suffer damage from a blaze in the last few months."
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The Hünkar Pavilion at the Beyazıt Mosque in Istanbul’s Fatih district was severely damaged in a fire Saturday, becoming the city’s latest historical structure to suffer damage from a blaze in the last few months."
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U.S., Turkey Row Over Press Freedom - WSJ.com
"U.S., Turkey Row Over Press Freedom
BY ERKAN OZ AND MARC CHAMPION
ISTANBUL—A dispute over press freedoms between the U.S. and Turkey escalated Friday, as Turkey's Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan attacked the U.S.'s new ambassador in Ankara as "amateurish.""More:
U.S., Turkey Row Over Press Freedom - WSJ.com
BY ERKAN OZ AND MARC CHAMPION
ISTANBUL—A dispute over press freedoms between the U.S. and Turkey escalated Friday, as Turkey's Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan attacked the U.S.'s new ambassador in Ankara as "amateurish.""More:
U.S., Turkey Row Over Press Freedom - WSJ.com
The Cypriot revolt
"The Cypriot revolt
Author: Robert Ellis
20 February 2011 - Issue : 923
Twelve years ago former Turkish prime minister Mesut Yilmaz declared that Turkey’s road to Europe went through Diyarbakir, the capital of south-east Turkey. Since 2005 it would be more correct to claim that it goes through Nicosia, the divided capital of Cyprus."
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Author: Robert Ellis
20 February 2011 - Issue : 923
Twelve years ago former Turkish prime minister Mesut Yilmaz declared that Turkey’s road to Europe went through Diyarbakir, the capital of south-east Turkey. Since 2005 it would be more correct to claim that it goes through Nicosia, the divided capital of Cyprus."
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Turkish PM Erdogan vows to quit party post if he loses vote | World | Reuters
"Turkish PM Erdogan vows to quit party post if he loses vote
Sun Feb 20, 2011 8:00pm GMT
ISTANBUL (Reuters) - Turkish Prime Minister Tayyip Erdogan pledged Sunday to step down as chairman of the AK Party to prove he is not a 'dictator' if it finishes second in a June general election."
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Sun Feb 20, 2011 8:00pm GMT
ISTANBUL (Reuters) - Turkish Prime Minister Tayyip Erdogan pledged Sunday to step down as chairman of the AK Party to prove he is not a 'dictator' if it finishes second in a June general election."
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Turkey's main opposition party signals shift in language debate
"Turkey's main opposition party signals shift in language debate
The main opposition party favors education in one’s native language, but the issue is not something that can be solved today, party leader Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu said Sunday."
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The main opposition party favors education in one’s native language, but the issue is not something that can be solved today, party leader Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu said Sunday."
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Turkey’s prosperity tempts the dealmakers
"Turkey’s prosperity tempts the dealmakers
Liam Vaughan
21 Feb 2011
Jim O’Neill, chairman of asset management at Goldman Sachs and the economist who made his name in 2001 as the inventor of the term Brics (Brazil, Russia, India and China) to describe the four most important emerging markets, has revisited his theory. "
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Liam Vaughan
21 Feb 2011
Jim O’Neill, chairman of asset management at Goldman Sachs and the economist who made his name in 2001 as the inventor of the term Brics (Brazil, Russia, India and China) to describe the four most important emerging markets, has revisited his theory. "
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Istanbul's Gastronomy Festival fires up the latest trends
"Istanbul's Gastronomy Festival fires up the latest trends
Cooking, once an occupation of housewives, has recently changed dimensions and taken on new fashionable trends through culinary institutes, with men holding top positions as chefs in classy five-star hotels."
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Cooking, once an occupation of housewives, has recently changed dimensions and taken on new fashionable trends through culinary institutes, with men holding top positions as chefs in classy five-star hotels."
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Norman Stone Explains Why Egypt Isn't Turkey - Newsweek
"Egypt Isn’t Turkey
If history is any guide, there will not be an Atatürk in Cairo.
A portrait of Ataturk, the founder of modern secular Turkey, hangs in a store window in Istanbul, Turkey in 2007. Q. Sakamaki / Redux
A hundred years ago, Egyptians looked down on Turks: etrak bi itrak, ran the pun. “Turks are clods.” Egyptians had Westernized first, had a modern Army that defeated the Turks twice, and then got a huge amount of money from the tolls of the Suez Canal. Cairo had resplendent mosques and religious schools, whereas the Turks, speaking a Central Asian language the grammar of which was tortuous and the vocabulary limited to physical activities of a rudimentary nature, did not rate. Egyptian money was all over the Turkish capital, and there are still splendid buildings to mark that era."
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If history is any guide, there will not be an Atatürk in Cairo.
A portrait of Ataturk, the founder of modern secular Turkey, hangs in a store window in Istanbul, Turkey in 2007. Q. Sakamaki / Redux
A hundred years ago, Egyptians looked down on Turks: etrak bi itrak, ran the pun. “Turks are clods.” Egyptians had Westernized first, had a modern Army that defeated the Turks twice, and then got a huge amount of money from the tolls of the Suez Canal. Cairo had resplendent mosques and religious schools, whereas the Turks, speaking a Central Asian language the grammar of which was tortuous and the vocabulary limited to physical activities of a rudimentary nature, did not rate. Egyptian money was all over the Turkish capital, and there are still splendid buildings to mark that era."
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Turkey repatriates hundreds from Libya
"Turkey repatriates hundreds from Libya
Turkey has repatriated more than 250 of its nationals from Libya at the weekend, some of whom said they were targeted by rioters during deadly anti-regime protests, Turkish media reported Sunday.
A total of 256 people have been repatriated since Saturday aboard two commercial flights while a third plane sent by the Turkish government was waiting at Benghazi airport on Sunday to fly a further 281 Turks home, a government crisis cell said."
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Turkey has repatriated more than 250 of its nationals from Libya at the weekend, some of whom said they were targeted by rioters during deadly anti-regime protests, Turkish media reported Sunday.
A total of 256 people have been repatriated since Saturday aboard two commercial flights while a third plane sent by the Turkish government was waiting at Benghazi airport on Sunday to fly a further 281 Turks home, a government crisis cell said."
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Cirque du Soleil show starts its Istanbul show
"Cirque du Soleil show starts its Istanbul show
Quebec’s world-famous performance entertainment company Cirque du Soleil (Circus of the Sun) performed its first show in Istanbul on Friday at Abdi İpekçi Arena."
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Quebec’s world-famous performance entertainment company Cirque du Soleil (Circus of the Sun) performed its first show in Istanbul on Friday at Abdi İpekçi Arena."
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Europe's yogurt a delight
"Europe's yogurt a delight
Even low-fat type is rich, creamy with an almost custard-like quality
By Eric Akis, Times Colonist February 20, 2011 7:25 AM Be the first to post a comment
Q: On a recent European holiday (Paris/Lisbon), I enjoyed and sampled all types of delicious cuisine, but the yogurt was really special. Even the low-fat is rich and creamy, with an almost custard-like quality. Liberté yogurt is very good, but why is the European yogurt just so much more satisfying? -Pamela Dean"
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Even low-fat type is rich, creamy with an almost custard-like quality
By Eric Akis, Times Colonist February 20, 2011 7:25 AM Be the first to post a comment
Q: On a recent European holiday (Paris/Lisbon), I enjoyed and sampled all types of delicious cuisine, but the yogurt was really special. Even the low-fat is rich and creamy, with an almost custard-like quality. Liberté yogurt is very good, but why is the European yogurt just so much more satisfying? -Pamela Dean"
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Turkish energy minister hopes Turkey will operate two-three nuke plants by 2023
"Turkish energy minister hopes Turkey will operate two-three nuke plants by 2023
Turkey's energy minister expressed hope on Friday that Turkey would operate two or three nuclear power plants by 2023.
ANKARA- Energy & Natural Resources Minister Taner Yildiz said the government was determined to
construct nuclear power plants. 'Turkey's energy dependence is around 70-72 percent,& Yildiz said during a meeting in Ankara on planned Akkuyu nuclear power plant."
Turkey's energy minister expressed hope on Friday that Turkey would operate two or three nuclear power plants by 2023.
ANKARA- Energy & Natural Resources Minister Taner Yildiz said the government was determined to
construct nuclear power plants. 'Turkey's energy dependence is around 70-72 percent,& Yildiz said during a meeting in Ankara on planned Akkuyu nuclear power plant."
Protest in Turkey
"Protest in Turkey
Wives and relatives of retired and active military officers charged in the so-called 'Sledgehammer' trial hold a protest at Anitkabir, the mausoleum of Mustafa Kemal Ataturk, founder of secular police arrested nearly 200 retired and active military officers, including former top commanders, who are accused of plotting a coup in 2003 to topple Prime Minister Tayyip Erdogan's government. The trial of alleged plotters of 'Sledgehammer' reflects a lingering mistrust between the traditionally secular military and a ruling party that critics say retains Islamist leanings."
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Wives and relatives of retired and active military officers charged in the so-called 'Sledgehammer' trial hold a protest at Anitkabir, the mausoleum of Mustafa Kemal Ataturk, founder of secular police arrested nearly 200 retired and active military officers, including former top commanders, who are accused of plotting a coup in 2003 to topple Prime Minister Tayyip Erdogan's government. The trial of alleged plotters of 'Sledgehammer' reflects a lingering mistrust between the traditionally secular military and a ruling party that critics say retains Islamist leanings."
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Turkish Ingredients and the flavours of Turkish Food
"Turkish Ingredients and the flavours of Turkish Food
Turkish food is considered to be one of the top cuisines in the world, up there with French and Chinese. Turkish cuisine does vary a lot depending on the region but does share strong similarities to Mediterranean food and Middle Eastern foods.
Yoghurt is one of the most important elements of Turkish cuisine. It can be enjoyed in its simplest form but to add some grated cucumber, fresh mint and salt, you'll have very easily whipped up cacik, or what is more commonly known in Australia by it Greek name Tzatziki. Yoghurt is added into soups, cakes, made into sauces and marinades. It has many uses including the national cold drink named Ayran."
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Turkish food is considered to be one of the top cuisines in the world, up there with French and Chinese. Turkish cuisine does vary a lot depending on the region but does share strong similarities to Mediterranean food and Middle Eastern foods.
Yoghurt is one of the most important elements of Turkish cuisine. It can be enjoyed in its simplest form but to add some grated cucumber, fresh mint and salt, you'll have very easily whipped up cacik, or what is more commonly known in Australia by it Greek name Tzatziki. Yoghurt is added into soups, cakes, made into sauces and marinades. It has many uses including the national cold drink named Ayran."
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Turkish island to become "slowest island" in world
"Turkish island to become 'slowest island' in world
Turkish island on the Aegean Sea, Gokceada, will become the 'slowest island' in the world, mayor said.
Turkish island on the Aegean Sea, Gokceada, will become the 'slowest island' in the world, mayor said on Saturday.
Gokceada's mayor Yucel Atalay said the island municipality presented a file regarding 'Cittaslow' criteria comprised of 52 articles to the International Cittaslow Association."
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Turkish island on the Aegean Sea, Gokceada, will become the 'slowest island' in the world, mayor said.
Turkish island on the Aegean Sea, Gokceada, will become the 'slowest island' in the world, mayor said on Saturday.
Gokceada's mayor Yucel Atalay said the island municipality presented a file regarding 'Cittaslow' criteria comprised of 52 articles to the International Cittaslow Association."
More:World Bulletin / General / Turkish island to become "slowest island" in world
The Arrival of the “Property Experts” in Cyprus | iNewp.com
"The Arrival of the “Property Experts” in Cyprus
The Arrival of the “Property Experts” in Cyprus
The Turkish Cypriot government confirmed the presence of United Nations property “experts” George Iacovou and Kudret Ozersay in Cyprus and stated that the two will be working with both Greek and Turkish Cypriot governments on key issues including the economies, sharing of power and other important state matters that will obviously involve the European Union since the Greek Cyprus is an EU member."
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The Arrival of the “Property Experts” in Cyprus
The Turkish Cypriot government confirmed the presence of United Nations property “experts” George Iacovou and Kudret Ozersay in Cyprus and stated that the two will be working with both Greek and Turkish Cypriot governments on key issues including the economies, sharing of power and other important state matters that will obviously involve the European Union since the Greek Cyprus is an EU member."
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