"Aydin: Important Dimensions Which Turkey Will Add To E.U. Are Beyond Discussion
Published: 4/9/2005
ANKARA - ''Important dimensions which Turkey will add to the EU are beyond any discussion,'' said Turkish State Minister Mehmet Aydin.
''Turkey is a country which can undertake the key role in enlargement and deepening of democracy,'' he added."
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Sunday, April 10, 2005
Gul: Action Plan Against Armenian Claims Will Be Discussed At The Turkish Parliament
"Gul: Action Plan Against Armenian Claims Will Be Discussed At The Turkish Parliament
ALGIERS - Turkish Foreign Minister and Deputy Prime Minister Abdullah Gul has stated that Turkey`s action plan against Armenian claims of a so-called genocide will be discussed at the Turkish parliament on Wednesday.
Gul talked with Turkish journalists aboard the airplane en route to Algeria. "
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ALGIERS - Turkish Foreign Minister and Deputy Prime Minister Abdullah Gul has stated that Turkey`s action plan against Armenian claims of a so-called genocide will be discussed at the Turkish parliament on Wednesday.
Gul talked with Turkish journalists aboard the airplane en route to Algeria. "
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Gul: Turkey And Greece Exert Efforts To Solve Problems In Peaceful Ways
"Gul: Turkey And Greece Exert Efforts To Solve Problems In Peaceful Ways
Published: 4/9/2005
ALGIERS - Turkish Foreign Minister Abdullah Gul said, ''Turkey and Greece exert efforts and show will to solve their problems in peaceful ways.''
Gul replied questions of reporters aboard the plane en route to Algeria on Saturday."
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Published: 4/9/2005
ALGIERS - Turkish Foreign Minister Abdullah Gul said, ''Turkey and Greece exert efforts and show will to solve their problems in peaceful ways.''
Gul replied questions of reporters aboard the plane en route to Algeria on Saturday."
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JTW News - US's Incirlik in Turkey is preparing for new era
"US's Incirlik in Turkey is preparing for new era
Evren Deger
The New Anatolian / ANKARA
Govt has yet give its official response to the US request to use Incirlik as a logistic base for operations against Afghanistan and Iraq but preparation for the airbase's new era are already underway
Turkey has yet to convey its official response for the request of its close ally, the U.S., to use Incirlik Airbase for logistical purposes during its operations against Afghanistan and Iraq, but preparations for the airbase's new era are already in progress.
Sources told The New Anatolian that although the General Staff office has some reservations, it has submitted a positive response to the government."
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Evren Deger
The New Anatolian / ANKARA
Govt has yet give its official response to the US request to use Incirlik as a logistic base for operations against Afghanistan and Iraq but preparation for the airbase's new era are already underway
Turkey has yet to convey its official response for the request of its close ally, the U.S., to use Incirlik Airbase for logistical purposes during its operations against Afghanistan and Iraq, but preparations for the airbase's new era are already in progress.
Sources told The New Anatolian that although the General Staff office has some reservations, it has submitted a positive response to the government."
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JTW News - The Turkish Blue Book
"The Turkish Blue Book
Zeynep Ercan
The New Anatolian / Ankara
Armenians have a �Blue Book� said to compile the evidence supporting the so-called Armenian genocide committed by the Turks. Why can't the Turks have a book telling the Turkish version of events, which reveals the truth about the Armenians and that shows how the real massacre was done against the Turks, not the Armenians?
The �Turkish Blue Book� or, �The False Claims of the So-called Armenian Genocide and Armenian Violence and Massacre of the Turks,� written by Ismet Binark, was published a few weeks ago as the 16th periodical publication of the Ankara Chamber of Commerce (ATO).
The book is 342 pages, printed on a blue-colored quality paper in reference to the Armenian �Blue Book,� which has been harboring the so-called Armenian genocide claims for nearly a century. "
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Zeynep Ercan
The New Anatolian / Ankara
Armenians have a �Blue Book� said to compile the evidence supporting the so-called Armenian genocide committed by the Turks. Why can't the Turks have a book telling the Turkish version of events, which reveals the truth about the Armenians and that shows how the real massacre was done against the Turks, not the Armenians?
The �Turkish Blue Book� or, �The False Claims of the So-called Armenian Genocide and Armenian Violence and Massacre of the Turks,� written by Ismet Binark, was published a few weeks ago as the 16th periodical publication of the Ankara Chamber of Commerce (ATO).
The book is 342 pages, printed on a blue-colored quality paper in reference to the Armenian �Blue Book,� which has been harboring the so-called Armenian genocide claims for nearly a century. "
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HoustonChronicle.com - Neither Greek nor Turkish, group found Cyprus a 'cage'
"Neither Greek nor Turkish, group found Cyprus a 'cage'
Life improves for the Maronites 2 years after being allowed to cross the 'green line'
By AMBERIN ZAMAN
Los Angeles Times
KORMAKITI, CYPRUS - With its lush green meadows and fragrant citrus groves, this sun-drenched village overlooking the Mediterranean seems like the perfect island getaway. But for its handful of inhabitants, Kormakiti was long an open-air prison they were unable to leave without official permission."
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Life improves for the Maronites 2 years after being allowed to cross the 'green line'
By AMBERIN ZAMAN
Los Angeles Times
KORMAKITI, CYPRUS - With its lush green meadows and fragrant citrus groves, this sun-drenched village overlooking the Mediterranean seems like the perfect island getaway. But for its handful of inhabitants, Kormakiti was long an open-air prison they were unable to leave without official permission."
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Denktas: There Are Confessions, But No Apologies And Reparations
"Denktas: There Are Confessions, But No Apologies And Reparations
LEFKOSA - President of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC) Rauf Denktas has indicated that the Greek Cypriots do confess their (EOKA) tyranny over Turkish Cypriots. ''Yet the Greek Cypriots do not make any apologies and are reluctant to pay reparations.'' "
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LEFKOSA - President of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC) Rauf Denktas has indicated that the Greek Cypriots do confess their (EOKA) tyranny over Turkish Cypriots. ''Yet the Greek Cypriots do not make any apologies and are reluctant to pay reparations.'' "
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Saturday, April 09, 2005
JTW News - Building dispute before appointment of chief Turkish negotiator for EU
"Building dispute before appointment of chief Turkish negotiator for EU
Zeynep Gurcanli
The New Anatolian / Ankara
The Turkish government has yet to appoint the chief negotiator for the accession negotiations with the EU. But before the appointment takes place, a classic occurrence in Turkish bureaucracy, the competition for a new building, is happening again
The Secretariat General of EU Affairs has begun to look for new premises for the Turkish negotiation team, expected to be more than 500 people. The target building is the closest one to the secretariat: The Tekel twin towers, also sought by TOBB. The final decision will be taken after the appointment of the chief negotiator "
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Zeynep Gurcanli
The New Anatolian / Ankara
The Turkish government has yet to appoint the chief negotiator for the accession negotiations with the EU. But before the appointment takes place, a classic occurrence in Turkish bureaucracy, the competition for a new building, is happening again
The Secretariat General of EU Affairs has begun to look for new premises for the Turkish negotiation team, expected to be more than 500 people. The target building is the closest one to the secretariat: The Tekel twin towers, also sought by TOBB. The final decision will be taken after the appointment of the chief negotiator "
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Turkish Daily News - Latin jazz breezes into Ankara
"Latin jazz breezes into Ankara
Saturday, April 9, 2005
ANKARA - Turkish Daily News
ARTICLE SUMMARY
The 22nd Ankara Music Festival, which is being hosted by the Sevda-Cenap And Music Foundation, will continue to entertain audiences in Ankara with its eclectic program of musical performances right through until the end of the month. "
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Saturday, April 9, 2005
ANKARA - Turkish Daily News
ARTICLE SUMMARY
The 22nd Ankara Music Festival, which is being hosted by the Sevda-Cenap And Music Foundation, will continue to entertain audiences in Ankara with its eclectic program of musical performances right through until the end of the month. "
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Greek Confesses State Training to Kill Turks
"Greek Confesses State Training to Kill Turks
By aa
Published: Saturday 09, 2005
zaman.com
The Vice President of the United Democrats Movement (EDI) and the spokesperson for the Greek Administration during the presidency of Glafkos Klerides, Mihalis Papapetru said: 'Government and non government organizations gave weapons training to students, including me, in order to apply the Akritas Plan and kill Turks.' "
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By aa
Published: Saturday 09, 2005
zaman.com
The Vice President of the United Democrats Movement (EDI) and the spokesperson for the Greek Administration during the presidency of Glafkos Klerides, Mihalis Papapetru said: 'Government and non government organizations gave weapons training to students, including me, in order to apply the Akritas Plan and kill Turks.' "
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ekathimerini.com | Turks propose removing threat of war on Greece
"Turks propose removing threat of war on Greece
Turkey should ditch a decade-old policy of viewing any extension of Greek territorial waters as cause for war, in a bid to further improve ties, Turkish Parliament speaker Bulent Arinc said in comments published yesterday.
In Athens, Foreign Minister Petros Molyviatis described Arinc’s reported remarks as “an important move in the direction of further improving bilateral relations.”
The Turkish Parliament debated in June 1995 a proposal giving the government authority to take measures — including military action — against an attempt by Greece to extend its territorial waters to 12 miles in the Aegean."
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Turkey should ditch a decade-old policy of viewing any extension of Greek territorial waters as cause for war, in a bid to further improve ties, Turkish Parliament speaker Bulent Arinc said in comments published yesterday.
In Athens, Foreign Minister Petros Molyviatis described Arinc’s reported remarks as “an important move in the direction of further improving bilateral relations.”
The Turkish Parliament debated in June 1995 a proposal giving the government authority to take measures — including military action — against an attempt by Greece to extend its territorial waters to 12 miles in the Aegean."
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JTW Comment - Edelman's Message (On Turkish-U.S. Relations)
"Edelman's Message (On Turkish-U.S. Relations)
Zeynel Abidin Erdem
Columnist Zeynel Abidin Erdem comments on Turkish-United States and Turkish-European Union relations. A summary of his column is as follows:
�Turkey is and will always be a strategic ally to the United States, said United States Ambassador to Ankara Eric Edelman last week. As a matter of fact, Ankara and Washington have successfully resolved recent problems without letting them escalate into serious crises. I hope Edelman will keep his friendly attitude towards our country in the future. He has always stood by us no matter how harshly he�s been criticized. I don�t think that he will allow anti-Turkish circles in the US to gain ground against us. Since Turkey has a strategically important location near significant energy resources, the US can never turn a blind eye to our ideas and requests. "
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Zeynel Abidin Erdem
Columnist Zeynel Abidin Erdem comments on Turkish-United States and Turkish-European Union relations. A summary of his column is as follows:
�Turkey is and will always be a strategic ally to the United States, said United States Ambassador to Ankara Eric Edelman last week. As a matter of fact, Ankara and Washington have successfully resolved recent problems without letting them escalate into serious crises. I hope Edelman will keep his friendly attitude towards our country in the future. He has always stood by us no matter how harshly he�s been criticized. I don�t think that he will allow anti-Turkish circles in the US to gain ground against us. Since Turkey has a strategically important location near significant energy resources, the US can never turn a blind eye to our ideas and requests. "
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Rehn: No Link Between EU Constitution and Turkey's EU Bid
"Rehn: No Link Between EU Constitution and Turkey's EU Bid
By Anadolu News Agency (aa)
Published: Friday 08, 2005
zaman.com
The European Union (EU) Commissioner for Enlargement Olli Rehn has said there is no link between the EU Constitution and Turkey's accession to the Union.
Rehn held a press briefing earlier today and said he is aware of the discussions in France over the EU Constitution and some circles associate this with Turkey's EU process but that there is no link between the two."
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By Anadolu News Agency (aa)
Published: Friday 08, 2005
zaman.com
The European Union (EU) Commissioner for Enlargement Olli Rehn has said there is no link between the EU Constitution and Turkey's accession to the Union.
Rehn held a press briefing earlier today and said he is aware of the discussions in France over the EU Constitution and some circles associate this with Turkey's EU process but that there is no link between the two."
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Friday, April 08, 2005
Arinc: The Statement Read Out In 1995 In The Parliament Is A Friendly One
"Arinc: The Statement Read Out In 1995 In The Parliament Is A Friendly One
ANKARA - Turkish Parliament Speaker Bulent Arinc said on Friday that the statement, which had been read out in the Parliament in 1995 and which the diplomatic sources described as ``casus belli`` was in fact a ``friendly statement`` that had not been turned into a decision."
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ANKARA - Turkish Parliament Speaker Bulent Arinc said on Friday that the statement, which had been read out in the Parliament in 1995 and which the diplomatic sources described as ``casus belli`` was in fact a ``friendly statement`` that had not been turned into a decision."
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Turkish P.M. Erdogan Attends Funeral Of Pope John Paul II
"Turkish P.M. Erdogan Attends Funeral Of Pope John Paul II
ROME - The funeral mass for Pope John Paul II has started in St. Peter`s Square in the Vatican.
Presidents, prime ministers and kings from around the world joined hundreds of thousands of pilgrims and religious leaders in paying a final farewell to Pope John Paul II. "
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ROME - The funeral mass for Pope John Paul II has started in St. Peter`s Square in the Vatican.
Presidents, prime ministers and kings from around the world joined hundreds of thousands of pilgrims and religious leaders in paying a final farewell to Pope John Paul II. "
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Walker's World: Why Turkey could lose the EU vote
"Walker's World: Why Turkey could lose the EU vote
World News, By MARTIN WALKER : A sense of shock is running through the French political elite as the opinion polls combine to predict a solid "No" in France's referendum on the new European constitution next month.
They find it hard to believe that a founding member of the European Union might reject the document on which the future of Europe, and of France's leading role in the EU, clearly depends."
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World News, By MARTIN WALKER : A sense of shock is running through the French political elite as the opinion polls combine to predict a solid "No" in France's referendum on the new European constitution next month.
They find it hard to believe that a founding member of the European Union might reject the document on which the future of Europe, and of France's leading role in the EU, clearly depends."
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Energy... Turkey's Trump Card in EU Membership Talks
"Energy... Turkey's Trump Card in EU Membership Talks
Murat Yetkin
Columnist Murat Yetkin comments on Turkish-EU relations and the role Turkey needs to play in the distribution and protection of energy reserves in the region. A summary of his column is as follows:
“According to Energy Minister Hilmi Guler, the issue of energy will be Turkey’s greatest advantage in our EU membership talks. In his statement on our energy policy, Guler noted that Turkey has already become an important corridor through which energy reserves are transferred, and explained why the issue of energy plays such a significant role in our relations with the EU:
‘Turkey has strategic importance both as a corridor and as a terminal for energy. Ceyhan is already a significant energy terminal. When the Baku-Tiblisi-Ceyhan pipeline is complete, we will further strengthen our position on both ends. By the end of June, we’ll have gotten oil flowing from Georgia to Turkey."
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Murat Yetkin
Columnist Murat Yetkin comments on Turkish-EU relations and the role Turkey needs to play in the distribution and protection of energy reserves in the region. A summary of his column is as follows:
“According to Energy Minister Hilmi Guler, the issue of energy will be Turkey’s greatest advantage in our EU membership talks. In his statement on our energy policy, Guler noted that Turkey has already become an important corridor through which energy reserves are transferred, and explained why the issue of energy plays such a significant role in our relations with the EU:
‘Turkey has strategic importance both as a corridor and as a terminal for energy. Ceyhan is already a significant energy terminal. When the Baku-Tiblisi-Ceyhan pipeline is complete, we will further strengthen our position on both ends. By the end of June, we’ll have gotten oil flowing from Georgia to Turkey."
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Thursday, April 07, 2005
Sezer: Genocide Claims Brought Against Turkey Hurt And Offend Turkish Nation
"Sezer: Genocide Claims Brought Against Turkey Hurt And Offend Turkish Nation
Published: 4/7/2005
ISTANBUL - Turkish President Ahmet Necdet Sezer said on Thursday that the claims of so-called Armenian genocide hurt and offended the Turkish nation.
Addressing the War Academies Conference, President Sezer said that Turkey-EU relations had priority in Turkish foreign policy, adding that the entry talks should start on October 3rd."
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Published: 4/7/2005
ISTANBUL - Turkish President Ahmet Necdet Sezer said on Thursday that the claims of so-called Armenian genocide hurt and offended the Turkish nation.
Addressing the War Academies Conference, President Sezer said that Turkey-EU relations had priority in Turkish foreign policy, adding that the entry talks should start on October 3rd."
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JTW Comment - Armenian Diaspora is Egoist
Armenian Diaspora is Egoist
By Sedat Laciner
Armenian people is one of the ancient tribes. They created a great civilization and contributed to the humanity and other civilizations a lot. They established kingdoms and states as well. However as they settled mainly on the crossroads of the civilizations, religions, sects, races and great kingdoms, they could not maintain their independence. As a result they have generally lived under the other nations’ sovereignty. Iranian Empire, Byzantium Empire, Russian Empire, Arab Kingdoms, Seljuk and Ottoman Empires and Soviet ‘Empire’. They enjoyed great freedom under Seljuk and Ottoman Empires however many Armenians were tortured and deported by the Byzantium Emperors due to the religious disputes. Most of the time, they could not become soldiers or governors. In short the main problem for the Armenian peoples was lack of a state. When the French Revolution triggered the nationalist movements in the world, the Armenians were not ready for such a radical change:
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By Sedat Laciner
Armenian people is one of the ancient tribes. They created a great civilization and contributed to the humanity and other civilizations a lot. They established kingdoms and states as well. However as they settled mainly on the crossroads of the civilizations, religions, sects, races and great kingdoms, they could not maintain their independence. As a result they have generally lived under the other nations’ sovereignty. Iranian Empire, Byzantium Empire, Russian Empire, Arab Kingdoms, Seljuk and Ottoman Empires and Soviet ‘Empire’. They enjoyed great freedom under Seljuk and Ottoman Empires however many Armenians were tortured and deported by the Byzantium Emperors due to the religious disputes. Most of the time, they could not become soldiers or governors. In short the main problem for the Armenian peoples was lack of a state. When the French Revolution triggered the nationalist movements in the world, the Armenians were not ready for such a radical change:
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Parliament debates the Armenian question
"Parliament debates the Armenian question
CHP deputy S�kr� Elekdag called on the state archives to be opened to resolve the Armenian question.
April 6� Allegations that the Ottoman Empire carried out a campaign of genocide against its Armenian citizens in the early part of last century were debated in the Turkish parliament�s harmonisation and foreign relations committee Tuesday night."
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CHP deputy S�kr� Elekdag called on the state archives to be opened to resolve the Armenian question.
April 6� Allegations that the Ottoman Empire carried out a campaign of genocide against its Armenian citizens in the early part of last century were debated in the Turkish parliament�s harmonisation and foreign relations committee Tuesday night."
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JTW News - A Split in the Armenian Diaspora
"A Split in the Armenian Diaspora
Two separate Armenian lobbies, both active in the US, have come to blows over their differing claims of genocide and demands from Turkey. The lobby representing the extremely nationalistic Armenian Tasnaksutyen Party, ANCA, has accused the American Armenian Assembly (AAA), of taking part in a conspiracy by the White House. According to ANCA, the AAA is playing a role in the Bush adminstration's efforts to get Turkey to accept genocide charges in return for not having to give up any land or monetary reperations to Armenia."
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Two separate Armenian lobbies, both active in the US, have come to blows over their differing claims of genocide and demands from Turkey. The lobby representing the extremely nationalistic Armenian Tasnaksutyen Party, ANCA, has accused the American Armenian Assembly (AAA), of taking part in a conspiracy by the White House. According to ANCA, the AAA is playing a role in the Bush adminstration's efforts to get Turkey to accept genocide charges in return for not having to give up any land or monetary reperations to Armenia."
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FOXNews.com - Politics - Rocky U.S.-Turkey Relations Persist Since Iraq War
"Rocky U.S.-Turkey Relations Persist Since Iraq War
Thursday, April 07, 2005
By Kelley Beaucar Vlahos
WASHINGTON � The United States and its staunchest Muslim ally have been suffering from a cold snap in their relationship since the start of the war in Iraq, and analysts say it's too soon to tell if the election of a Kurd as president of Iraq will further strain U.S.-Turkey relations. "
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Thursday, April 07, 2005
By Kelley Beaucar Vlahos
WASHINGTON � The United States and its staunchest Muslim ally have been suffering from a cold snap in their relationship since the start of the war in Iraq, and analysts say it's too soon to tell if the election of a Kurd as president of Iraq will further strain U.S.-Turkey relations. "
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Erdogan Says Press Freedom Is One Of Most Important Freedoms
"Erdogan Says Press Freedom Is One Of Most Important Freedoms
Published: 4/6/2005
ANKARA - ''Freedom of the press is one of the most important freedoms in an open society, democratic country, and a state of law,'' Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan said on Wednesday. "
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Published: 4/6/2005
ANKARA - ''Freedom of the press is one of the most important freedoms in an open society, democratic country, and a state of law,'' Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan said on Wednesday. "
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Turkish Daily News - �New process spells new referendum�
"New process spells new referendum�
Thursday, April 7, 2005
Turkish Cypriots should have an alternative to any resolution model that depends on the Greek Cypriots, says Turkish Cypriot Foreign Minister Denktas
ANKARA - Turkish Daily News
It is time to consider what the eventual dissolution of the Cyprus issue will mean for the Turkish Cypriots, Turkish Cypriot Foreign Minister Serdar Denktas said yesterday.
�We are bit players,� the Anatolia news agency quoted Denktas as saying, describing the Turkish Cypriots' role in a world of �imaginary politics� that has been presented to them. "
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Thursday, April 7, 2005
Turkish Cypriots should have an alternative to any resolution model that depends on the Greek Cypriots, says Turkish Cypriot Foreign Minister Denktas
ANKARA - Turkish Daily News
It is time to consider what the eventual dissolution of the Cyprus issue will mean for the Turkish Cypriots, Turkish Cypriot Foreign Minister Serdar Denktas said yesterday.
�We are bit players,� the Anatolia news agency quoted Denktas as saying, describing the Turkish Cypriots' role in a world of �imaginary politics� that has been presented to them. "
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Turkish Daily News - Turkey welcomes Talabani as president
"Turkey welcomes Talabani as president
Thursday, April 7, 2005
Ankara welcomes the Kurdish leader, an Iraqi politician who is aware of the importance Turkey attaches to Iraq�s unity
ANKARA - Turkish Daily News
Turkey responded positively to the election of Kurdish leader Jalal Talabani as president of Iraq, saying the politician is well aware of Turkish sensitivities through his extensive past contacts in Ankara. "
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Thursday, April 7, 2005
Ankara welcomes the Kurdish leader, an Iraqi politician who is aware of the importance Turkey attaches to Iraq�s unity
ANKARA - Turkish Daily News
Turkey responded positively to the election of Kurdish leader Jalal Talabani as president of Iraq, saying the politician is well aware of Turkish sensitivities through his extensive past contacts in Ankara. "
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EUbusiness - Turks' EU enthusiasm on the wane: survey
"Turks' EU enthusiasm on the wane: surveyDocument Actions 07/04/2005
The majority of Turks are in favour of their country's bid to join the European Union, but the traditionally strong support for membership has fallen off, according to a public opinion poll published in Turkey on Thursday. The survey, conducted last week among 3,302 people by the Pollmark research company, found that 63.5 percent of the population backed EU membership, a decline of about 10 percentage points from a similar survey carried out by Pollmark last June, the Milliyet newspaper reported. The Turks' support for EU membership has been measured between 70 and 80 percent in recent years. "
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The majority of Turks are in favour of their country's bid to join the European Union, but the traditionally strong support for membership has fallen off, according to a public opinion poll published in Turkey on Thursday. The survey, conducted last week among 3,302 people by the Pollmark research company, found that 63.5 percent of the population backed EU membership, a decline of about 10 percentage points from a similar survey carried out by Pollmark last June, the Milliyet newspaper reported. The Turks' support for EU membership has been measured between 70 and 80 percent in recent years. "
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Excalibur Online-An enlightenment on the so-called Armenian Genocide
"An enlightenment on the so-called Armenian Genocide
Written by Murat Asaykili - Contributor
Wednesday, 06 April 2005
Re: 'A partial silence, yet an indifferent quiet' and 'Of history and ethnic cleansing,' Features, March 9, 2005.
Upon reading the recent articles on the so-called Armenian genocide, I felt that the readers of Excalibur had to learn the truth about the so-called genocide.
Articles II and III of the 1948 Convention on the Prevention and Punishment of Genocide states the definition of genocide as acts committed with intent to destroy, in whole or in part, a national, ethnical, racial or religious group. By no means was this the case during the events of 1915. "
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Written by Murat Asaykili - Contributor
Wednesday, 06 April 2005
Re: 'A partial silence, yet an indifferent quiet' and 'Of history and ethnic cleansing,' Features, March 9, 2005.
Upon reading the recent articles on the so-called Armenian genocide, I felt that the readers of Excalibur had to learn the truth about the so-called genocide.
Articles II and III of the 1948 Convention on the Prevention and Punishment of Genocide states the definition of genocide as acts committed with intent to destroy, in whole or in part, a national, ethnical, racial or religious group. By no means was this the case during the events of 1915. "
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Turks.US - Turkish photojournalist wins Pulitzer Prize
"Turkish photojournalist wins Pulitzer Prize
Wednesday, April 06 2005 @ 12:28 PM Central Daylight Time
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Turkish photojournalist, Murad Sezer, was recognized for outstanding contributions in photojournalism, Monday, when his team of Associated Press Staff took home the 2005 Pulitzer Prize for 'Breaking News Photography'. The 89th Pulitzer was awarded to AP Staff for their stunning series of photographs of the bloody yearlong combat inside Iraqi cities.
The Pulitzer Prize is regarded as the most prestigious prize in journalism, and was originally conceived by Joseph Pulitzer as an incentive to excellence. Pulitzer, a Hungarian-born skillful publisher of newspapers and crusader against dishonest governments, was the first to call for the training of journalists at the university level in a school of journalism. "
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Wednesday, April 06 2005 @ 12:28 PM Central Daylight Time
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Turkish photojournalist, Murad Sezer, was recognized for outstanding contributions in photojournalism, Monday, when his team of Associated Press Staff took home the 2005 Pulitzer Prize for 'Breaking News Photography'. The 89th Pulitzer was awarded to AP Staff for their stunning series of photographs of the bloody yearlong combat inside Iraqi cities.
The Pulitzer Prize is regarded as the most prestigious prize in journalism, and was originally conceived by Joseph Pulitzer as an incentive to excellence. Pulitzer, a Hungarian-born skillful publisher of newspapers and crusader against dishonest governments, was the first to call for the training of journalists at the university level in a school of journalism. "
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Assad lauds Turkish pres. for resisting U.S. pressure -
"Assad lauds Turkish pres. for resisting U.S. pressure
4/6/2005 8:00:00 PM GMT
President Bashar al-Assad believes regional nations should unite against outside interference.
Syrian President Bashar al-Assad praised his Turkish counterpart's decision to go ahead with a visit to Damascus despite U.S. qualms.
According to Assad, the U.S. and other countries had pressed Ankara to cancel a visit by President Ahmet Necdet Sezer to Syria later this month. "
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4/6/2005 8:00:00 PM GMT
President Bashar al-Assad believes regional nations should unite against outside interference.
Syrian President Bashar al-Assad praised his Turkish counterpart's decision to go ahead with a visit to Damascus despite U.S. qualms.
According to Assad, the U.S. and other countries had pressed Ankara to cancel a visit by President Ahmet Necdet Sezer to Syria later this month. "
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Study: third of Turks in Germany are poor
"Study: third of Turks in Germany are poor
Big News Network.com Wednesday 6th April, 2005 (UPI)
A Center for Turkish Studies report said Wednesday one-third of the 1.9 million Turks in Germany live below the poverty line, Deutsche Welle reported.
The study said another 35 percent live just narrowly above the poverty level.
The researchers blamed the numbers on Germany's economy and the collapse of that nation's coal and the steel industries.
Researchers say Turks have difficulty finding jobs in other sectors due to poor education and training. The center called on German politicians to promote the importance of education and training among Turkish immigrants."
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Big News Network.com Wednesday 6th April, 2005 (UPI)
A Center for Turkish Studies report said Wednesday one-third of the 1.9 million Turks in Germany live below the poverty line, Deutsche Welle reported.
The study said another 35 percent live just narrowly above the poverty level.
The researchers blamed the numbers on Germany's economy and the collapse of that nation's coal and the steel industries.
Researchers say Turks have difficulty finding jobs in other sectors due to poor education and training. The center called on German politicians to promote the importance of education and training among Turkish immigrants."
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Wednesday, April 06, 2005
JTW News - Mustafa Onar explains Turkish lack of success on Armenian issue
"Mustafa Onar explains Turkish lack of success on Armenian issue
The New Anatolian / Adana
Armenians have used propaganda, 126,000 books published on the so-called genocide claims, whereas Turkish researchers are, on the other hand, trying to present the reality of the issue to the world through only 130 books, stated investigative author Mustafa Onar yesterday to explain Turkey's lack of success on the controversial Armenian problem..
He highlighted that Turks and Armenians have lived together for centuries and said that rebellious activities started after the 1878 Berlin Treaty. 'The Armenians rebelled against the Ottoman Empire at the incitement of foreign Christians,' said Onar at a conference entitled 'Unforgettable Armenian Problems,' organized by the Modern Life Support Association (CYDD) in Cukurova. "
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The New Anatolian / Adana
Armenians have used propaganda, 126,000 books published on the so-called genocide claims, whereas Turkish researchers are, on the other hand, trying to present the reality of the issue to the world through only 130 books, stated investigative author Mustafa Onar yesterday to explain Turkey's lack of success on the controversial Armenian problem..
He highlighted that Turks and Armenians have lived together for centuries and said that rebellious activities started after the 1878 Berlin Treaty. 'The Armenians rebelled against the Ottoman Empire at the incitement of foreign Christians,' said Onar at a conference entitled 'Unforgettable Armenian Problems,' organized by the Modern Life Support Association (CYDD) in Cukurova. "
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Turks.US - Turkey will not going to give up its EU bid
"Turkey will not going to give up its EU bid
Tuesday, April 05 2005 @ 09:42 PM Central Daylight Time
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Justice & Development Party (AKP) MP from Istanbul and PM Recep Tayyip Erdogan's foreign policy adviser Egemen Bagis said on Tuesday that the government would not give up its European Union (EU) bid.
Addressing the Platform of Communications Professionals, Bagis informed the audience about Turkey's EU process and its repercussions on the Turkish-US relations.
He said that there were no problems in Turkey-EU relations, adding that 'Prime Minister and AKP had promised Turkish people prior to Nov. 3rd (2002) general elections that the EU negotiations would have the top-priority when AKP party came to power. We haven't given up our promise and our willingness regarding Turkey's EU bid.'"
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Tuesday, April 05 2005 @ 09:42 PM Central Daylight Time
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Justice & Development Party (AKP) MP from Istanbul and PM Recep Tayyip Erdogan's foreign policy adviser Egemen Bagis said on Tuesday that the government would not give up its European Union (EU) bid.
Addressing the Platform of Communications Professionals, Bagis informed the audience about Turkey's EU process and its repercussions on the Turkish-US relations.
He said that there were no problems in Turkey-EU relations, adding that 'Prime Minister and AKP had promised Turkish people prior to Nov. 3rd (2002) general elections that the EU negotiations would have the top-priority when AKP party came to power. We haven't given up our promise and our willingness regarding Turkey's EU bid.'"
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Brussels journalists on Wider Europe.
"Turkey's hot potatoes
Contributed by David Ferguson
Wednesday, 06 April 2005
Hot potatoes from across the Bosphorus.
'There is no doubt that the proper functioning of the customs union with Turkey should prevail, as the promotion of free trade has always been of paramount importance to the EU. It is also our duty to care for and protect our consumers. We cannot jeopardise public health,' said Member of the European Parliament, Ioannis Gklavakis. He wants the European Commission to take immediate measures against imports to the EU of Turkish potatoes. According to the Greek, a member of the EP's agriculture committee, the potatoes may contain high concentrations of nitrates. Consumption of contaminated potatoes may even cause cancer."
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Contributed by David Ferguson
Wednesday, 06 April 2005
Hot potatoes from across the Bosphorus.
'There is no doubt that the proper functioning of the customs union with Turkey should prevail, as the promotion of free trade has always been of paramount importance to the EU. It is also our duty to care for and protect our consumers. We cannot jeopardise public health,' said Member of the European Parliament, Ioannis Gklavakis. He wants the European Commission to take immediate measures against imports to the EU of Turkish potatoes. According to the Greek, a member of the EP's agriculture committee, the potatoes may contain high concentrations of nitrates. Consumption of contaminated potatoes may even cause cancer."
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Turkish Daily News - EU says newcomers to grow fast, fiscal woes remain
"EU says newcomers to grow fast, fiscal woes remain
Wednesday, April 6, 2005
Turkish growth is forecast at 5.0 percent in 2005 and 5.1 percent in 2006, while inflation is to decline to 6.4 percent in 2006 from 10.6 percent in 2004
Marcin Grajewski
WARSAW - Reuters
Economies of most EU newcomers will grow much faster than the rest of the bloc in 2005-2006 and inflation will fall, but some countries may miss budget deficit reduction targets, the European Commission said this week. "
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Wednesday, April 6, 2005
Turkish growth is forecast at 5.0 percent in 2005 and 5.1 percent in 2006, while inflation is to decline to 6.4 percent in 2006 from 10.6 percent in 2004
Marcin Grajewski
WARSAW - Reuters
Economies of most EU newcomers will grow much faster than the rest of the bloc in 2005-2006 and inflation will fall, but some countries may miss budget deficit reduction targets, the European Commission said this week. "
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JTW Comment - "We Shouldn't Put so Much Trust in Europe" (On Turkish-EU Relations)
"'We Shouldn't Put so Much Trust in Europe' (On Turkish-EU Relations)
Osman Ulagay
Columnist Osman Ulagay comments on Turkish-EU relations and the approaching referendum on the European Constitution. A summary of his column is as follows:
�During the first two years of the Justice and Development Party�s (AKP) rule, I was one of those who favored their policy on integration with Europe, mainly because I used to think that EU membership was the best option for Turkey. Besides, I didn�t really believe the government could come up with a better policy and long-term objective on its own. I used to think that the EU might think big and welcome us into the Union for the sake of becoming a global power."
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Osman Ulagay
Columnist Osman Ulagay comments on Turkish-EU relations and the approaching referendum on the European Constitution. A summary of his column is as follows:
�During the first two years of the Justice and Development Party�s (AKP) rule, I was one of those who favored their policy on integration with Europe, mainly because I used to think that EU membership was the best option for Turkey. Besides, I didn�t really believe the government could come up with a better policy and long-term objective on its own. I used to think that the EU might think big and welcome us into the Union for the sake of becoming a global power."
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JTW News - Turkish Cartoonist Wins Gold Medal in US
"Turkish Cartoonist Wins Gold Medal in US
By Anadolu News Agency (aa)
Published: Wednesday 06, 2005
zaman.com
Turkish cartoonist Necdet Yilmaz has been awarded a gold medal by the American Society of Illustrators in a contest held as part of an exhbition.
Reportedly, Yilmaz will receive his award on Friday night at a ceremony to be held at the Amercan Illustration Museum.
The exhibit in which world renowned artists exhibit their masterpieces, will be open to visitors from April 9 to May 7.
Yilmaz previously won a silver medal in the Aydin Dogan Cartoon Contest in 2004 with this same work and he revealed that this artistic impression was inspired by the Iraq War.
Yilmaz also won the first Society of Artists Agents Illustration Awards in 2003. "
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By Anadolu News Agency (aa)
Published: Wednesday 06, 2005
zaman.com
Turkish cartoonist Necdet Yilmaz has been awarded a gold medal by the American Society of Illustrators in a contest held as part of an exhbition.
Reportedly, Yilmaz will receive his award on Friday night at a ceremony to be held at the Amercan Illustration Museum.
The exhibit in which world renowned artists exhibit their masterpieces, will be open to visitors from April 9 to May 7.
Yilmaz previously won a silver medal in the Aydin Dogan Cartoon Contest in 2004 with this same work and he revealed that this artistic impression was inspired by the Iraq War.
Yilmaz also won the first Society of Artists Agents Illustration Awards in 2003. "
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JTW News - Turkey's new foreign policy goal: Seat on UN Security Council
"Turkey's new foreign policy goal: Seat on UN Security Council
Senem Caglayan
The New Anatolian / Ankara
Ankara set its sights on a new foreign policy goal: temporary membership on the UN Security Council
PM Erdogan and FM Gul have been visiting African and Muslim countries in efforts towards this goal
Turkey's strongest argument is its numerous contributions to peacekeeping missions around the world "
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Senem Caglayan
The New Anatolian / Ankara
Ankara set its sights on a new foreign policy goal: temporary membership on the UN Security Council
PM Erdogan and FM Gul have been visiting African and Muslim countries in efforts towards this goal
Turkey's strongest argument is its numerous contributions to peacekeeping missions around the world "
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Turkish General Büyükanit was right: PKK is rising from the grave
"Turkish General Büyükanit was right: PKK is rising from the grave
Evren Deger
The New Anatolian / ANKARA
Recent statements by Turkish Ground Forces Commander Gen. Yasar Buyukanit, which warned of rising numbers in the terrorist Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK), are becoming a reality. After several years under a self-imposed armistice, the PKK has begun anew its terrorist activities in southeast Turkey. In a spate of attacks over the past four days, PKK insurgents have killed a village guard and a master sergeant, while three soldiers and one village guard were wounded."
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Evren Deger
The New Anatolian / ANKARA
Recent statements by Turkish Ground Forces Commander Gen. Yasar Buyukanit, which warned of rising numbers in the terrorist Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK), are becoming a reality. After several years under a self-imposed armistice, the PKK has begun anew its terrorist activities in southeast Turkey. In a spate of attacks over the past four days, PKK insurgents have killed a village guard and a master sergeant, while three soldiers and one village guard were wounded."
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Tuesday, April 05, 2005
Beliefs Endure as Believers Move On (washingtonpost.com)
"Beliefs Endure as Believers Move On
Turkish Nationalism Reflected in Southern Town's Growing Homogeneity
By Karl Vick
Washington Post Foreign Service
Tuesday, April 5, 2005; Page A14
MIDYAT, Turkey
On the day the genies show up, seemingly everyone in this historic town in southeastern Turkey heads for the door.
'On Black Wednesdays, you have to go to picnics and stay outdoors,' said Summeyye Saltik, 15, on the playground of the local primary school where attendance dipped, as it always does, on the second Wednesday in March. 'If you're indoors, genies will visit your house.' "
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Turkish Nationalism Reflected in Southern Town's Growing Homogeneity
By Karl Vick
Washington Post Foreign Service
Tuesday, April 5, 2005; Page A14
MIDYAT, Turkey
On the day the genies show up, seemingly everyone in this historic town in southeastern Turkey heads for the door.
'On Black Wednesdays, you have to go to picnics and stay outdoors,' said Summeyye Saltik, 15, on the playground of the local primary school where attendance dipped, as it always does, on the second Wednesday in March. 'If you're indoors, genies will visit your house.' "
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JTW News - Akayev Wants to Live in Turkey
"Akayev Wants to Live in Turkey
While it is expected that the former President Aksar Akayev, whose regime was toppled in Krygyztan last month through 'tulip revolution', will officially resign today, Turkish Foreign Minister Abdullah Gul has issued a statement that the ouster leader wants to live in Turkey.
Gul at the Kizilcahamam Camp attended by members of the ruling party Justice and Development (AKP) over the stability and confidence atmosphere of Turkey announced Akayev's wishes. "
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While it is expected that the former President Aksar Akayev, whose regime was toppled in Krygyztan last month through 'tulip revolution', will officially resign today, Turkish Foreign Minister Abdullah Gul has issued a statement that the ouster leader wants to live in Turkey.
Gul at the Kizilcahamam Camp attended by members of the ruling party Justice and Development (AKP) over the stability and confidence atmosphere of Turkey announced Akayev's wishes. "
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Turkish Daily News - Survey reveals male students keener on Turkey's EU bid
"Survey reveals male students keener on Turkey's EU bid
Tuesday, April 5, 2005
69 percent of male university students support Turkey's bid to join the EU, and more than half of all respondents believe the EU is playing on the Cyprus situation to prevent eventual EU entry
ANKARA - Turkish Daily News
A survey conducted among university seniors revealed that males voiced greater enthusiasm for Turkey's aspirations to join the European Union than females, private CNN-T�rk reported.
The survey showed that 62 percent of boys supported Turkey's EU bid while the rate among girls was only 38 percent. "
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Tuesday, April 5, 2005
69 percent of male university students support Turkey's bid to join the EU, and more than half of all respondents believe the EU is playing on the Cyprus situation to prevent eventual EU entry
ANKARA - Turkish Daily News
A survey conducted among university seniors revealed that males voiced greater enthusiasm for Turkey's aspirations to join the European Union than females, private CNN-T�rk reported.
The survey showed that 62 percent of boys supported Turkey's EU bid while the rate among girls was only 38 percent. "
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Turkish Daily News - Taiwan: A role model for Turkish Cyprus?
"Taiwan: A role model for Turkish Cyprus?
Tuesday, April 5, 2005
KKTC Foreign Minister Denktas: Turkish Cypriots cannot be forced to live in ambiguity. We have to make our own way if Papadopoulos cannot be convinced "
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Tuesday, April 5, 2005
KKTC Foreign Minister Denktas: Turkish Cypriots cannot be forced to live in ambiguity. We have to make our own way if Papadopoulos cannot be convinced "
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Commission raps Ankara over protocol
"Commission raps Ankara over protocol
By Myria Antoniadou in Brussels
THE European Commission has made it abundantly clear to Turkey that it cannot annex a statement that it does not recognise the Republic of Cyprus to the protocol extending the Ankara Agreement (customs union) to all 25 member states. It has given assurances to the Cyprus government to this effect, sources told the Cyprus Mail.
As a consequence, it is expected that Turkey will issue a bilateral statement to this effect, which is not legally binding and expresses no one other than Ankara, as it did when it signed the European Constitution in Rome last year.
However, the EU�s executive has not managed to convince the Turkish government to implement the Protocol and not wait until its ratification by the country�s parliament.
Without ratification, the agreement cannot be implemented, even if Prime Minister Erdogan signs the Protocol, a move expected in September, only a few weeks before Turkey begins accession negotiations on October 3.
Diplomatic sources did not rule out the possibility of some big member states proposing to overcome this problem by recommending a �vague time-frame� by which the Protocol would have to be ratified, some time in 2006.
The majority of member states do not want to open a public discussion on Turkey�s behaviour and its EU accession course, concerned it may have a negative effect on the Constitution referendum to take place in France, in May. If Europe�s first Constitution does not go through even in one country then the planning on how the enlarged Union will operate will fall through."
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By Myria Antoniadou in Brussels
By Myria Antoniadou in Brussels
THE European Commission has made it abundantly clear to Turkey that it cannot annex a statement that it does not recognise the Republic of Cyprus to the protocol extending the Ankara Agreement (customs union) to all 25 member states. It has given assurances to the Cyprus government to this effect, sources told the Cyprus Mail.
As a consequence, it is expected that Turkey will issue a bilateral statement to this effect, which is not legally binding and expresses no one other than Ankara, as it did when it signed the European Constitution in Rome last year.
However, the EU�s executive has not managed to convince the Turkish government to implement the Protocol and not wait until its ratification by the country�s parliament.
Without ratification, the agreement cannot be implemented, even if Prime Minister Erdogan signs the Protocol, a move expected in September, only a few weeks before Turkey begins accession negotiations on October 3.
Diplomatic sources did not rule out the possibility of some big member states proposing to overcome this problem by recommending a �vague time-frame� by which the Protocol would have to be ratified, some time in 2006.
The majority of member states do not want to open a public discussion on Turkey�s behaviour and its EU accession course, concerned it may have a negative effect on the Constitution referendum to take place in France, in May. If Europe�s first Constitution does not go through even in one country then the planning on how the enlarged Union will operate will fall through."
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By Myria Antoniadou in Brussels
ekathimerini.com | Cyprus shies at written objections
"Cyprus shies at written objections
NICOSIA (AFP) - Cypriot Foreign Minister George Iacovou said yesterday Nicosia was not ready to make its positions known on changes to a United Nations reunification plan for divided Cyprus, as requested by UN chief Kofi Annan before engaging in a new peace initiative.
�We cannot accept the demand to submit written and detailed changes to the plan because we do not know how the secretary-general intends to handle this,� Iacovou told reporters. �Would he give them to the Turkish Cypriots to consider or to reject?�
The minister was responding to comments made by US Cyprus envoy Laura Kennedy, who told a local newspaper that Washington backed a UN call for Greek Cypriots to put on paper the changes they seek to the plan."
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NICOSIA (AFP) - Cypriot Foreign Minister George Iacovou said yesterday Nicosia was not ready to make its positions known on changes to a United Nations reunification plan for divided Cyprus, as requested by UN chief Kofi Annan before engaging in a new peace initiative.
�We cannot accept the demand to submit written and detailed changes to the plan because we do not know how the secretary-general intends to handle this,� Iacovou told reporters. �Would he give them to the Turkish Cypriots to consider or to reject?�
The minister was responding to comments made by US Cyprus envoy Laura Kennedy, who told a local newspaper that Washington backed a UN call for Greek Cypriots to put on paper the changes they seek to the plan."
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JTW Comment - Turkey Expected to Greenlight Washington's Request on Incirlik Airbase
"Turkey Expected to Greenlight Washington's Request on Incirlik Airbase
Fikret Bila
Columnist Fikret Bila comments on Washington�s request to use Incirlik Airbase as a logistics hub. A summary of his column is as follows:
�Our government is signaling its readiness to allow the US to use Incirlik airbase as a military center for American military operations. Ankara will probably accept Washington�s request to use the base as a main logistics hub. "
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Fikret Bila
Columnist Fikret Bila comments on Washington�s request to use Incirlik Airbase as a logistics hub. A summary of his column is as follows:
�Our government is signaling its readiness to allow the US to use Incirlik airbase as a military center for American military operations. Ankara will probably accept Washington�s request to use the base as a main logistics hub. "
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Monday, April 04, 2005
Nationalist strain deepens as Turkey leans toward Europe | csmonitor.com
"Nationalist strain deepens as Turkey leans toward Europe
By Yigal Schleifer | Correspondent of The Christian Science Monitor
ISTANBUL � In a country accustomed to political flaps sparked by what might seem like trivial matters, a recent brouhaha may be the icing on the cake - literally.
During a ceremony in the eastern town of Ezerum that was hosted by the German ambassador, cakes were decorated as the flags of Germany and Turkey. But among the guests was the local chief prosecutor, who warned that cutting into the cake would violate a law forbidding the desecration of the Turkish flag."
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By Yigal Schleifer | Correspondent of The Christian Science Monitor
ISTANBUL � In a country accustomed to political flaps sparked by what might seem like trivial matters, a recent brouhaha may be the icing on the cake - literally.
During a ceremony in the eastern town of Ezerum that was hosted by the German ambassador, cakes were decorated as the flags of Germany and Turkey. But among the guests was the local chief prosecutor, who warned that cutting into the cake would violate a law forbidding the desecration of the Turkish flag."
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The Anatolian Times:'Denktas Still Thinks I am a Traitor to My Country'
"'Denktas Still Thinks I am a Traitor to My Country'
If you are walking in Girne on Mersin Street, and come across a three story apartment building with police waiting in front that has a sign hung out front which says 'Talat Laboratories,' it means you have found the home of Mehmet Ali Talat.
The current Prime Minister of the Turkish Republic of North Cyprus and candidate for President of North Cyprus, Talat lives in this house with his much loved wife Oya. Entering the door to the garden, I came face to face with the Prime Minister. His hands were full carrying breakfast plates, and he was laughing. 'Why are you surprised, don't your prime ministers do this?' he asked. I couldn't answer. The breakfast table was set with fresh local produce from Cyprus, including the simits. Fried hellim cheese, herb breads, olives, Oya's own jellies, herb teas. Talat and I will go together to the villages of the region after breakfast-Sirinevler, Akcicek, Alemdag, Goceri, Pinarbasi, and Dagyolu. Later still we will go to the 9,500 square meter lemon garden left to Talat by his father. "
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If you are walking in Girne on Mersin Street, and come across a three story apartment building with police waiting in front that has a sign hung out front which says 'Talat Laboratories,' it means you have found the home of Mehmet Ali Talat.
The current Prime Minister of the Turkish Republic of North Cyprus and candidate for President of North Cyprus, Talat lives in this house with his much loved wife Oya. Entering the door to the garden, I came face to face with the Prime Minister. His hands were full carrying breakfast plates, and he was laughing. 'Why are you surprised, don't your prime ministers do this?' he asked. I couldn't answer. The breakfast table was set with fresh local produce from Cyprus, including the simits. Fried hellim cheese, herb breads, olives, Oya's own jellies, herb teas. Talat and I will go together to the villages of the region after breakfast-Sirinevler, Akcicek, Alemdag, Goceri, Pinarbasi, and Dagyolu. Later still we will go to the 9,500 square meter lemon garden left to Talat by his father. "
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Armenia's Direction
"Armenia's Direction
I think Armenia is at the top of the list of the countries that Russian Leader Vladimir Putin loves and places importance in. Putin visited this country three times, in 1999, 2001, and 2002, and he was in Yerevan again last week for the fourth time. This clearly shows us that Putin places a special importance in Armenia. Many issues were discussed during Putin's last visit to Armenia. Included were, activities within the frame of 'Russia Year' in Armenia, cooperation in energy, industry and trade, new investments in metal industry, excluding iron production and investments in banking, construction, transport, military and technical issues and the reduction of Armenia's debt. It is not yet clear on which topics there were any developments or increased cooperation because there has been no open explanation from either countries yet, but I will likely discuss these issues when the time comes. "
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I think Armenia is at the top of the list of the countries that Russian Leader Vladimir Putin loves and places importance in. Putin visited this country three times, in 1999, 2001, and 2002, and he was in Yerevan again last week for the fourth time. This clearly shows us that Putin places a special importance in Armenia. Many issues were discussed during Putin's last visit to Armenia. Included were, activities within the frame of 'Russia Year' in Armenia, cooperation in energy, industry and trade, new investments in metal industry, excluding iron production and investments in banking, construction, transport, military and technical issues and the reduction of Armenia's debt. It is not yet clear on which topics there were any developments or increased cooperation because there has been no open explanation from either countries yet, but I will likely discuss these issues when the time comes. "
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JTW News - Papadopoulos: I won't bend to pressure on Cyprus problem
"Papadopoulos: I won't bend to pressure on Cyprus problem
The New Anatolian / Lefkosa
I will not bend to pressure from the international community to find a solution to the Cyprus problem, defiantly declared Greek Cypriot administration leader Tassos Papadopoulos yesterday.
Papadopoulos made the remarks during a ceremony in which he presented 'honor medals' to the families of members of the Greek terrorist organization National Organization of Cypriot Fighters (EOKA).
'No difficulty, pressure or threat could force me to agree to a solution that sabotages the current and future situation for Greek Cypriots,' said Papadopoulos in a speech. "
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The New Anatolian / Lefkosa
I will not bend to pressure from the international community to find a solution to the Cyprus problem, defiantly declared Greek Cypriot administration leader Tassos Papadopoulos yesterday.
Papadopoulos made the remarks during a ceremony in which he presented 'honor medals' to the families of members of the Greek terrorist organization National Organization of Cypriot Fighters (EOKA).
'No difficulty, pressure or threat could force me to agree to a solution that sabotages the current and future situation for Greek Cypriots,' said Papadopoulos in a speech. "
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JTW News - US to Move for Better Turkey Ties
"US to Move for Better Turkey Ties
Elif Unal Arslan
ANKARA - Turkish Daily News
Deputy leader of the ruling Justice and Development Party (AKP) Murat Mercan appeared confident that NATO ally the United States would soon make moves to address Turkish concerns on Iraq and Cyprus to make way for patching up ties between Ankara and Washington.
Turkish-U.S. relations have suffered since March 2003, when Turkey refused to allow deployment of U.S. troops on its soil to help open a northern front on Iraq. Mercan, who went to the United States last month, told the Turkish Daily News that both sides are now willing to leave the problems of the past in the past. 'During my contacts, I saw that there is a consensus to remove the tension created by the media,' he said referring to the reports and comments of the ailing Turkish-U.S. relations."
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Elif Unal Arslan
ANKARA - Turkish Daily News
Deputy leader of the ruling Justice and Development Party (AKP) Murat Mercan appeared confident that NATO ally the United States would soon make moves to address Turkish concerns on Iraq and Cyprus to make way for patching up ties between Ankara and Washington.
Turkish-U.S. relations have suffered since March 2003, when Turkey refused to allow deployment of U.S. troops on its soil to help open a northern front on Iraq. Mercan, who went to the United States last month, told the Turkish Daily News that both sides are now willing to leave the problems of the past in the past. 'During my contacts, I saw that there is a consensus to remove the tension created by the media,' he said referring to the reports and comments of the ailing Turkish-U.S. relations."
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The New York Times > International > Europe > Turkey Allows a First New Year for a Tiny Minority
"Turkey Allows a First New Year for a Tiny Minority
By KATHERINE ZOEPF
Published: April 4, 2005
MIDYAT, Turkey, April 1 - A windswept hilltop here in southeastern Anatolia has become the site for a reunion that once would have been unthinkable, as thousands of Assyrians from across the region have converged to openly celebrate their New Year in Turkey for the first time.
Like many other expressions of minority ethnic identity, the Assyrian New Year, or Akito, had been seen by Turkey as a threat. But this year, the government, with an eye toward helping its bid to join the European Union, has officially allowed the celebration by the Assyrians, members of a Christian ethnic group that traces its roots back to ancient Mesopotamia."
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By KATHERINE ZOEPF
Published: April 4, 2005
MIDYAT, Turkey, April 1 - A windswept hilltop here in southeastern Anatolia has become the site for a reunion that once would have been unthinkable, as thousands of Assyrians from across the region have converged to openly celebrate their New Year in Turkey for the first time.
Like many other expressions of minority ethnic identity, the Assyrian New Year, or Akito, had been seen by Turkey as a threat. But this year, the government, with an eye toward helping its bid to join the European Union, has officially allowed the celebration by the Assyrians, members of a Christian ethnic group that traces its roots back to ancient Mesopotamia."
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The Anatolian Times-N Cyprus FM: Improvement of bilateral relations with OIC member countries can be easier from now on
"N Cyprus FM: Improvement of bilateral relations with OIC member countries can be easier from now on
JEDDAH - ``Improvement of bilateral relations with the Organization of Islamic Countries (OIC) can be easier from now on,`` Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC) Foreign Minister & Deputy Prime Minister Serdar Denktas said on Monday.
Denktas said this was the first official visit to OIC in foreign ministerial level, and stated that improvement of bilateral relations would be easier from now on.
Denktas said he recalled the decisions made during OIC meeting held in Istanbul and requested assistance from the OIC Secretary General to set up bilateral relations.
Serdar Denktas said he visited Gulf Cooperation Council based in Riyadh and Islamic Development Bank after his visit to OIC.
Pointing out that an expert delegation from the Islamic Development Bank would visit TRNC in the coming period and carry out studies for the current projects, Denktas said they wanted to set up a high technology region, and noted that TRNC could get technical and loan support from the bank for this.
Denktas said the OIC member countries this time seemed more willing to back the decisions made in Istanbul. "
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JEDDAH - ``Improvement of bilateral relations with the Organization of Islamic Countries (OIC) can be easier from now on,`` Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC) Foreign Minister & Deputy Prime Minister Serdar Denktas said on Monday.
Denktas said this was the first official visit to OIC in foreign ministerial level, and stated that improvement of bilateral relations would be easier from now on.
Denktas said he recalled the decisions made during OIC meeting held in Istanbul and requested assistance from the OIC Secretary General to set up bilateral relations.
Serdar Denktas said he visited Gulf Cooperation Council based in Riyadh and Islamic Development Bank after his visit to OIC.
Pointing out that an expert delegation from the Islamic Development Bank would visit TRNC in the coming period and carry out studies for the current projects, Denktas said they wanted to set up a high technology region, and noted that TRNC could get technical and loan support from the bank for this.
Denktas said the OIC member countries this time seemed more willing to back the decisions made in Istanbul. "
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The Messenger:Bringing Turkey into the South Caucasus
"Bringing Turkey into the South Caucasus
New project aims to encourage unity, utilize Turkey's experience applying to join EU
By Keti Sikharulidze
Ambassador Ertan Tezgor
The Turkish-Georgian Research Center, based in the South Caucasus Institute of Regional Security (SCIRS), presented a new project on aimed at bringing together the 'four' countries of the South Caucasus on Friday, April 1.
The project, entitled AGAT - Armenia, Georgia, Azerbaijan and Turkey - aims at including Turkey in the South Caucasus region, with a particular emphasis in improving Armenian-Turkish relations.
'Until now everybody considered the South Caucasus to mean Armenia, Georgia and Azerbaijan, but now SCIRS is trying to add Turkey as it is an equal member both geographically and politically of the South Caucasus,' explains Head of the Turkish-Georgian Research Center David Tavadze."
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New project aims to encourage unity, utilize Turkey's experience applying to join EU
By Keti Sikharulidze
Ambassador Ertan Tezgor
The Turkish-Georgian Research Center, based in the South Caucasus Institute of Regional Security (SCIRS), presented a new project on aimed at bringing together the 'four' countries of the South Caucasus on Friday, April 1.
The project, entitled AGAT - Armenia, Georgia, Azerbaijan and Turkey - aims at including Turkey in the South Caucasus region, with a particular emphasis in improving Armenian-Turkish relations.
'Until now everybody considered the South Caucasus to mean Armenia, Georgia and Azerbaijan, but now SCIRS is trying to add Turkey as it is an equal member both geographically and politically of the South Caucasus,' explains Head of the Turkish-Georgian Research Center David Tavadze."
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JTW News - End of Religious Tolerance and Harmony in Netherlands?
"End of Religious Tolerance and Harmony in Netherlands?
Jan SOYKOK (JTW)
Netherlands was considered the greatest example in race relations in the past. But the Van Gogh, a Dutch filmmaker, murder changed everything. Now being a Muslim and being a foreigner is very difficult in the country. Muslims in Netherlands have been under racist attacks since the murder of Van Gogh. Latest attack came Sunday and a group of youths smashed windows of a mosque in the southern Netherlands. One person was hurt in the attack, and police arrested one man after the Saturday night disturbance in the city of Venray, police said. Local media reported the fight involved about 60 immigrant Dutch citizens and around 20 native Dutch."
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Jan SOYKOK (JTW)
Netherlands was considered the greatest example in race relations in the past. But the Van Gogh, a Dutch filmmaker, murder changed everything. Now being a Muslim and being a foreigner is very difficult in the country. Muslims in Netherlands have been under racist attacks since the murder of Van Gogh. Latest attack came Sunday and a group of youths smashed windows of a mosque in the southern Netherlands. One person was hurt in the attack, and police arrested one man after the Saturday night disturbance in the city of Venray, police said. Local media reported the fight involved about 60 immigrant Dutch citizens and around 20 native Dutch."
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JTW Comment - Invisible restrictions on Turkish Journalists
"Invisible restrictions on Turkish Journalists
Esra Erduran
The government's move to postpone the new Turkish Penal Code (TCK) was hailed by journalists' associations in the hope that some of its articles, which were feared to challenge the freedom of press and expression, might be amended. This would help to improve visible restrictions on journalists, but what about the invisible ones?
Journalists in Turkey are still trying to recover from the aftershocks of the 2001 economic crisis, the worst of its kind in the history of the Turkish Republic.
The media was among the worst-hit sectors, and thousands of media workers became unemployed while others had to settle for living on a limited budget, preventing them from doing their best while carrying out their profession."
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Esra Erduran
The government's move to postpone the new Turkish Penal Code (TCK) was hailed by journalists' associations in the hope that some of its articles, which were feared to challenge the freedom of press and expression, might be amended. This would help to improve visible restrictions on journalists, but what about the invisible ones?
Journalists in Turkey are still trying to recover from the aftershocks of the 2001 economic crisis, the worst of its kind in the history of the Turkish Republic.
The media was among the worst-hit sectors, and thousands of media workers became unemployed while others had to settle for living on a limited budget, preventing them from doing their best while carrying out their profession."
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JTW News - Turkey Calls on UN to be More Active in Iraq
"Turkey Calls on UN to be More Active in Iraq
The New Anatolian / Ankara
Turkey is continuing its efforts to block Kurdish groups from getting full control of the oil-rich northern Iraqi city of Kirkuk, and this week called on the United Nations to play a more active role in Iraq.
Turkey's last meeting on Iraq was with the special representative of the UN to Iraq, Eshref Ghazi, in Ankara. Foreign Ministry Undersecretary Ambassador Ali Tuygan met with Ghazi on Thursday to explain Ankara's policies on the future of Iraq, especially Kirkuk. "
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The New Anatolian / Ankara
Turkey is continuing its efforts to block Kurdish groups from getting full control of the oil-rich northern Iraqi city of Kirkuk, and this week called on the United Nations to play a more active role in Iraq.
Turkey's last meeting on Iraq was with the special representative of the UN to Iraq, Eshref Ghazi, in Ankara. Foreign Ministry Undersecretary Ambassador Ali Tuygan met with Ghazi on Thursday to explain Ankara's policies on the future of Iraq, especially Kirkuk. "
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JTW News - Vox Pop: Mumcu Good Enough for ANAP, not Turkey
"Vox Pop: Mumcu Good Enough for ANAP, not Turkey
Merve Saglar
The New Anatolian / Ankara
Erkan Mumcu might be young and charismatic but that's not enough to make him the future prime minister of Turkey, say people on the street in an unscientific survey.
�He reminds me of [late President] Turgut Ozal,� said Gul, 40, who works as an accountant for an international company. 'He's tailor-made to lead the party that was founded by Ozal, but I definitely don't want to see him in the prime minister's shoes.'
Born in 1963, Erkan Mumcu served as a Motherland Party (ANAP) deputy in the 20th and 21st terms in Parliament. "
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Merve Saglar
The New Anatolian / Ankara
Erkan Mumcu might be young and charismatic but that's not enough to make him the future prime minister of Turkey, say people on the street in an unscientific survey.
�He reminds me of [late President] Turgut Ozal,� said Gul, 40, who works as an accountant for an international company. 'He's tailor-made to lead the party that was founded by Ozal, but I definitely don't want to see him in the prime minister's shoes.'
Born in 1963, Erkan Mumcu served as a Motherland Party (ANAP) deputy in the 20th and 21st terms in Parliament. "
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JTW Comment - Kurds and Disappointment
"Kurds and Disappointment
By Dogu ERGIL
We are a nation that often confuses results with reasons. However, we are not unique in this flaw, otherwise there would be no social science or social theory. Yet, when a nation collectively chooses to deal with results without pondering on reasons, problems mount up, changes shape and, at times, turn into intractable conflicts. Then super or superior powers are blamed for the creation of these problems that have exceeded our ability to contain them. Three such problems block our path to healthy relations with the rest of the world: The Cyprus, the Armenian and the Kurdish problems. There are enough experts to offer meaningful assessments for the first two. Allow me to address the latter. "
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By Dogu ERGIL
We are a nation that often confuses results with reasons. However, we are not unique in this flaw, otherwise there would be no social science or social theory. Yet, when a nation collectively chooses to deal with results without pondering on reasons, problems mount up, changes shape and, at times, turn into intractable conflicts. Then super or superior powers are blamed for the creation of these problems that have exceeded our ability to contain them. Three such problems block our path to healthy relations with the rest of the world: The Cyprus, the Armenian and the Kurdish problems. There are enough experts to offer meaningful assessments for the first two. Allow me to address the latter. "
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'Whoever is Chosen for Papacy Should not be Turkish Opponent'
"'Whoever is Chosen for Papacy Should not be Turkish Opponent'
By Selcuk Gultasli
Published: Monday 04, 2005
Rik Torfs, Professor of Common Law and Church-State Relationships, said the German Cardinal Joseph Ratzinger is less likely to be chosen for the papacy; however, if he is chosen, he cannot maintain his opposition to Turkey's European Union (EU) membership.
Professor Torfs, Dean of the School of Law Catholic at the University of Leuven in Belgium, explained the legacy left by Pope John Paul II, and the problems that the new Pope will face and Vatican's attitude towards Turkey's EU membership during an interview with Zaman. "
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By Selcuk Gultasli
Published: Monday 04, 2005
Rik Torfs, Professor of Common Law and Church-State Relationships, said the German Cardinal Joseph Ratzinger is less likely to be chosen for the papacy; however, if he is chosen, he cannot maintain his opposition to Turkey's European Union (EU) membership.
Professor Torfs, Dean of the School of Law Catholic at the University of Leuven in Belgium, explained the legacy left by Pope John Paul II, and the problems that the new Pope will face and Vatican's attitude towards Turkey's EU membership during an interview with Zaman. "
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Sunday, April 03, 2005
A Kemalist in the Kremlin
"A Kemalist in the Kremlin
By Christopher Stone
The Yukos crisis has rekindled debate about President Vladimir Putin's ideology. In 2000, befuddled analysts, dusting off Churchillian cliches, dismissed him as a mystery inside an enigma. After Sept. 11, 2001, they pronounced him a Thatcherite and, more recently, 'Moscow's Caligula.' These descriptions are inaccurate. Putin's ideology has been clear and consistent. He is a Kemalist. "
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By Christopher Stone
The Yukos crisis has rekindled debate about President Vladimir Putin's ideology. In 2000, befuddled analysts, dusting off Churchillian cliches, dismissed him as a mystery inside an enigma. After Sept. 11, 2001, they pronounced him a Thatcherite and, more recently, 'Moscow's Caligula.' These descriptions are inaccurate. Putin's ideology has been clear and consistent. He is a Kemalist. "
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Jerusalem Post | Breaking News from Israel, the Middle East and the Jewish World
"Turkish premier to visit Israel, PA
By METEHAN DEMIR
ANKARA, Turkey
Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan, known for his criticism of Israel's policies towards the Palestinians, is to begin a two-day visit to Israel and the Palestinian Authority on May 1, a high-level Turkish government official confirmed on Sunday. "
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By METEHAN DEMIR
ANKARA, Turkey
Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan, known for his criticism of Israel's policies towards the Palestinians, is to begin a two-day visit to Israel and the Palestinian Authority on May 1, a high-level Turkish government official confirmed on Sunday. "
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Indians keep the peace in Cyprus - Deccan Herald - Internet Edition
"Indians keep the peace in Cyprus
Michael Jansen in Nicosia
Indian policemen are lending a hand to the UN force in a troubled sector in Cyprus which runs through the old city of the world�s last divided capital, Nicosia.
Six Indian policemen are helping the UN keep the peace in Cyprus, divided in 1974 when Turkey occupied the northern third of the island and cleared the area of its Greek Cypriot citizens.
The commander of the Indian contingent attached to the UN force is Inspector Satwinder Singh Lally of Bhopal. He is also in charge of civilian police operations in Sector 2 of the UN buffer zone which separates the Greek and Turkish Cypriot communal zones.
This sector, with its base at the once fashionable but now crumbling Ledra Palace Hotel, runs through the old city of Nicosia which is surrounded by 16th century Venetian walls. Nicosia is world�s last divided capital. "
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Michael Jansen in Nicosia
Indian policemen are lending a hand to the UN force in a troubled sector in Cyprus which runs through the old city of the world�s last divided capital, Nicosia.
Six Indian policemen are helping the UN keep the peace in Cyprus, divided in 1974 when Turkey occupied the northern third of the island and cleared the area of its Greek Cypriot citizens.
The commander of the Indian contingent attached to the UN force is Inspector Satwinder Singh Lally of Bhopal. He is also in charge of civilian police operations in Sector 2 of the UN buffer zone which separates the Greek and Turkish Cypriot communal zones.
This sector, with its base at the once fashionable but now crumbling Ledra Palace Hotel, runs through the old city of Nicosia which is surrounded by 16th century Venetian walls. Nicosia is world�s last divided capital. "
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Ankara's Governor Starts Visit to Cuba
"Ankara�s Governor Starts Visit to Cuba
Havana, Apr 2 (Prensa Latina) The governor of Ankara, capital of Turkey, Kemal Onal, arrived in Cuba today in an official visit aimed to progressively increase bilateral relations.
The 5-day visit by �nal responds to an invitation by the president of Havana City�s Provincial Assembly, and will include meetings at the Cuban Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the People�s Power National Assembly (Parliament) and the Cuban Communist Party�s Central Committee.
In comments to Prensa Latina at Havana�s airport, �nal expressed his satisfaction for his first visit to Cuba and stated his objective, as well as that of his delegation, is to contribute to a closer relation between the nations.
We expect the contacts we will have here help the relations to move forward, the Turkish high official stated. "
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Havana, Apr 2 (Prensa Latina) The governor of Ankara, capital of Turkey, Kemal Onal, arrived in Cuba today in an official visit aimed to progressively increase bilateral relations.
The 5-day visit by �nal responds to an invitation by the president of Havana City�s Provincial Assembly, and will include meetings at the Cuban Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the People�s Power National Assembly (Parliament) and the Cuban Communist Party�s Central Committee.
In comments to Prensa Latina at Havana�s airport, �nal expressed his satisfaction for his first visit to Cuba and stated his objective, as well as that of his delegation, is to contribute to a closer relation between the nations.
We expect the contacts we will have here help the relations to move forward, the Turkish high official stated. "
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Turkish Daily News - Istanbul: The capital of Europe
"Istanbul: The capital of Europe
Sunday, April 3, 2005
PIRIL KUSTALOGLU
ANKARA - Turkish Daily News
According to the history books, the origins of the city we today call Istanbul, formerly known as Byzantion (Byzantium), are still unclear.
After being re-settled by the Romans under Constantine I, also known as Emperor Constantinus (306-337 A.D.), during the decline of the Roman Empire in 330 the city was duly referred to as Deutera Roma or 'Second Rome,� as well as Nea (New) Rome and designated as the capital. During this era it was customary to take the name of the founder as the basis of a city's name. Thus, the name Constantinopolis was adopted. It is said that the name Istanbul, however, came from the Byzantine period. Supposedly, the Byzantines never referred to the city by its actual name but by 'Polis' i.e., city, and when referring to the �city' they said, 'Eist enpolin' (is-tin-polin). "
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Sunday, April 3, 2005
PIRIL KUSTALOGLU
ANKARA - Turkish Daily News
According to the history books, the origins of the city we today call Istanbul, formerly known as Byzantion (Byzantium), are still unclear.
After being re-settled by the Romans under Constantine I, also known as Emperor Constantinus (306-337 A.D.), during the decline of the Roman Empire in 330 the city was duly referred to as Deutera Roma or 'Second Rome,� as well as Nea (New) Rome and designated as the capital. During this era it was customary to take the name of the founder as the basis of a city's name. Thus, the name Constantinopolis was adopted. It is said that the name Istanbul, however, came from the Byzantine period. Supposedly, the Byzantines never referred to the city by its actual name but by 'Polis' i.e., city, and when referring to the �city' they said, 'Eist enpolin' (is-tin-polin). "
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Turkish Daily News - US to move for better Turkey ties
"US to move for better Turkey ties
Sunday, April 3, 2005
'During my contacts, I saw that there is a consensus to remove the tension created by the media,' says deputy AKP chief Mercan after his trip to Washington late last month "
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Sunday, April 3, 2005
'During my contacts, I saw that there is a consensus to remove the tension created by the media,' says deputy AKP chief Mercan after his trip to Washington late last month "
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Turkish Daily News - Ankara heeds warnings on new TCK
"Ankara heeds warnings on new TCK
Sunday, April 3, 2005
Upon severe criticism from certain circles to the new penal code, the government takes a step backward and drops its insistence on putting the law into effect in April as scheduled. Instead, Ankara decides to delay the TCK until June to eliminate any shortcomings before EU entry talks slated for October "
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Sunday, April 3, 2005
Upon severe criticism from certain circles to the new penal code, the government takes a step backward and drops its insistence on putting the law into effect in April as scheduled. Instead, Ankara decides to delay the TCK until June to eliminate any shortcomings before EU entry talks slated for October "
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Turkish Tales - JAMAICAOBSERVER.COM
"Turkish Tales
Travel
By Annabella Proudlock
Sunday, April 03, 2005
We woke to the sound of prayers wafting from the minarets of the Blue Mosque, the haunting sound that was to follow us throughout our journey. The verses of the Koran are chanted five times a day from mosques in every village and town in this country of surprises.
In homage to a dear friend who died recently and had asked me to write up our trip together five years before, I returned to Turkey, now accompanied by my artist friend Graham Davis.
Turkey is a huge peninsula that juts out into the Eastern Mediterranean with 5000 miles of coastline, and mountains twice the height of Blue Mountain Peak. We visited only a fraction of Anatolia, the region across the Bosphorus in Asia, but moved from dense forests, to salt lakes, gorges, and the extraordinary landscape of Cappadochia."
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Travel
By Annabella Proudlock
Sunday, April 03, 2005
We woke to the sound of prayers wafting from the minarets of the Blue Mosque, the haunting sound that was to follow us throughout our journey. The verses of the Koran are chanted five times a day from mosques in every village and town in this country of surprises.
In homage to a dear friend who died recently and had asked me to write up our trip together five years before, I returned to Turkey, now accompanied by my artist friend Graham Davis.
Turkey is a huge peninsula that juts out into the Eastern Mediterranean with 5000 miles of coastline, and mountains twice the height of Blue Mountain Peak. We visited only a fraction of Anatolia, the region across the Bosphorus in Asia, but moved from dense forests, to salt lakes, gorges, and the extraordinary landscape of Cappadochia."
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Saturday, April 02, 2005
Ousted Kyrgyz leader: I want Turkey to help rehabilitation of Kyrgyzstan
"Ousted Kyrgyz leader: I want Turkey to help rehabilitation of Kyrgyzstan
MOSCOW - Ousted Kyrgyz leader Askar Akayev asked Turkey`s help in rehabilitation of Kyrgyzstan and recovery of Kyrgyz economy.
Akayev spoke to A.A correspondent on Saturday.
When asked what will be the contributions of Turkey to Kyrgyzstan in current stage, Akayev said, ``I appreciate the support of Turkish government and people to democratic reforms as well as to development of market economy in Kyrgyzstan.`` "
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MOSCOW - Ousted Kyrgyz leader Askar Akayev asked Turkey`s help in rehabilitation of Kyrgyzstan and recovery of Kyrgyz economy.
Akayev spoke to A.A correspondent on Saturday.
When asked what will be the contributions of Turkey to Kyrgyzstan in current stage, Akayev said, ``I appreciate the support of Turkish government and people to democratic reforms as well as to development of market economy in Kyrgyzstan.`` "
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Newsday.com: Sophia Loren Gets Award in Istanbul
"Sophia Loren Gets Award in Istanbul
ISTANBUL, Turkey -- Film legend Sophia Loren received a lifetime achievement award at the opening of the Istanbul Film Festival. 'I feel surrounded by love,' Loren said at Friday's event.
She said she would place the award next to her Oscars. Loren won a best actress Oscar in 1961 for 'Two Women' and an Oscar for career achievement in 1991.
Loren was the guest of honor at the festival which ends April 17.
Thirteen international films are competing for the festival's Golden Tulip Award. "
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ISTANBUL, Turkey -- Film legend Sophia Loren received a lifetime achievement award at the opening of the Istanbul Film Festival. 'I feel surrounded by love,' Loren said at Friday's event.
She said she would place the award next to her Oscars. Loren won a best actress Oscar in 1961 for 'Two Women' and an Oscar for career achievement in 1991.
Loren was the guest of honor at the festival which ends April 17.
Thirteen international films are competing for the festival's Golden Tulip Award. "
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Wellington House and the Turks
"Wellington House and the Turks-Justin McCarthy
During World War I there were many reasons for propaganda, but the most common was simply the desire make your enemy look bad. Any propaganda organization intends to downplay the good side and emphasize the bad side of its enemies. The most well known example of this is the anti-German propaganda of World War I--the babies on bayonets, the starving Belgians, the rape of nuns. The primary intention of this propaganda was to draw neutrals to the side of Britain, the primary neutral of course being the United States. But propaganda is also useful as a morale builder for one's own side. It can make people feel they are fighting a holy crusade against evil. In some cases, especially in the second world war, this was true. There was a definite evil to be opposed. In the first war it was much harder to identify one side as more evil than the other, and thus propaganda was all the more needed."
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During World War I there were many reasons for propaganda, but the most common was simply the desire make your enemy look bad. Any propaganda organization intends to downplay the good side and emphasize the bad side of its enemies. The most well known example of this is the anti-German propaganda of World War I--the babies on bayonets, the starving Belgians, the rape of nuns. The primary intention of this propaganda was to draw neutrals to the side of Britain, the primary neutral of course being the United States. But propaganda is also useful as a morale builder for one's own side. It can make people feel they are fighting a holy crusade against evil. In some cases, especially in the second world war, this was true. There was a definite evil to be opposed. In the first war it was much harder to identify one side as more evil than the other, and thus propaganda was all the more needed."
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Wellington House and the Turks
"Wellington House and the Turks
Justin McCarthy
During World War I there were many reasons for propaganda, but the most common was simply the desire make your enemy look bad. Any propaganda organization intends to downplay the good side and emphasize the bad side of its enemies. The most well known example of this is the anti-German propaganda of World War I--the babies on bayonets, the starving Belgians, the rape of nuns. The primary intention of this propaganda was to draw neutrals to the side of Britain, the primary neutral of course being the United States. But propaganda is also useful as a morale builder for one's own side. It can make people feel they are fighting a holy crusade against evil. In some cases, especially in the second world war, this was true. There was a definite evil to be opposed. In the first war it was much harder to identify one side as more evil than the other, and thus propaganda was all the more needed."
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Justin McCarthy
During World War I there were many reasons for propaganda, but the most common was simply the desire make your enemy look bad. Any propaganda organization intends to downplay the good side and emphasize the bad side of its enemies. The most well known example of this is the anti-German propaganda of World War I--the babies on bayonets, the starving Belgians, the rape of nuns. The primary intention of this propaganda was to draw neutrals to the side of Britain, the primary neutral of course being the United States. But propaganda is also useful as a morale builder for one's own side. It can make people feel they are fighting a holy crusade against evil. In some cases, especially in the second world war, this was true. There was a definite evil to be opposed. In the first war it was much harder to identify one side as more evil than the other, and thus propaganda was all the more needed."
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Eurochambers: Turkey Could be Remedy for EU's Growth Crisis
"Eurochambers: Turkey Could be Remedy for EU's Growth Crisis
By Ibrahim Turkmen
Published: Saturday 02, 2005
zaman.com
The head of the Association of European Chambers of Commerce and Industry (Eurochambers) Christoph Leitl noted that China and its growth rates are constantly discussed, while 'Nobody talks about Turkey, but in fact you have the same growth rates as China has. We congratulate you for this high growth rate.' "
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By Ibrahim Turkmen
Published: Saturday 02, 2005
zaman.com
The head of the Association of European Chambers of Commerce and Industry (Eurochambers) Christoph Leitl noted that China and its growth rates are constantly discussed, while 'Nobody talks about Turkey, but in fact you have the same growth rates as China has. We congratulate you for this high growth rate.' "
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The Anatolian Times-Turkish-Kurdish Party on the Way
"Turkish-Kurdish Party on the Way
By Yal�in Dogan
'Since '92 there's been bitterness inside me' says Leyla Zana. Orhan Dogan finishes her thoughts like this: 'Miss Leyla would like, along with Ismail Hakki Karadayi, visit the mothers of those injured during the time of fighting, serve them food, visit them'. She wants to sit at the table with the mothers of those shot in the mountains. She wants to give direction to her life. But why Karadayi? Says Leyla Zana: 'Karadayi is a peace lover. When he was Head General of the Army, I was never bothered by his style. I was not able to form a link with him. But I wish that I could-I don't know if he would want to, but if he acccepted, I would head straight over to talk to him.'
The other night in Istanbul, I spoke for about three hours with Leyla Zana and Orhan Dogan. That day Ertugrul Ozkok wrote an article entitled 'Karadayi and Zana are in the same party.' Ozkok stressed in the article that in order for peace in the society, opposites must transcend their differences.
My conversation with Leyla Zana and Orhan Dogan began on this note. I too keep on repeating to myself how I wish such a meeting could take place, between Zana and Karadayi. But what a fantasy!
It seems that in order to turn dreams in reality, it is necessary to break old assumptions and leave the past behind. "
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By Yal�in Dogan
'Since '92 there's been bitterness inside me' says Leyla Zana. Orhan Dogan finishes her thoughts like this: 'Miss Leyla would like, along with Ismail Hakki Karadayi, visit the mothers of those injured during the time of fighting, serve them food, visit them'. She wants to sit at the table with the mothers of those shot in the mountains. She wants to give direction to her life. But why Karadayi? Says Leyla Zana: 'Karadayi is a peace lover. When he was Head General of the Army, I was never bothered by his style. I was not able to form a link with him. But I wish that I could-I don't know if he would want to, but if he acccepted, I would head straight over to talk to him.'
The other night in Istanbul, I spoke for about three hours with Leyla Zana and Orhan Dogan. That day Ertugrul Ozkok wrote an article entitled 'Karadayi and Zana are in the same party.' Ozkok stressed in the article that in order for peace in the society, opposites must transcend their differences.
My conversation with Leyla Zana and Orhan Dogan began on this note. I too keep on repeating to myself how I wish such a meeting could take place, between Zana and Karadayi. But what a fantasy!
It seems that in order to turn dreams in reality, it is necessary to break old assumptions and leave the past behind. "
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Turkish Daily News - Gila Benmayor: What did the China expert say in Istanbul?
"Gila Benmayor: What did the China expert say in Istanbul?
Saturday, April 2, 2005
Is there anyone who doesn�t want to know more about China? I take extra care to closely follow all meetings and developments about China, which I had the opportunity to visit twice. Still I find it very difficult to keep up with its pace of change. "
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Saturday, April 2, 2005
Is there anyone who doesn�t want to know more about China? I take extra care to closely follow all meetings and developments about China, which I had the opportunity to visit twice. Still I find it very difficult to keep up with its pace of change. "
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EU-US Balance Turns into a Pincer
"EU-US Balance Turns into a Pincer
Turkey's search for a balance in international relations between the European Union (EU) and the US, is gradually turning into a pincer. Ankara had relied mostly on the EU at the start of membership negotiations, particularly to ensure a balance as a result of the pressures that emerged from the Israeli-US line, and also in order to breathe freely, but a series of incidents this time put Turkey under a two-sided pressure. "
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Turkey's search for a balance in international relations between the European Union (EU) and the US, is gradually turning into a pincer. Ankara had relied mostly on the EU at the start of membership negotiations, particularly to ensure a balance as a result of the pressures that emerged from the Israeli-US line, and also in order to breathe freely, but a series of incidents this time put Turkey under a two-sided pressure. "
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Turkish Daily News - Denktas sees Turkey changing policy on Cyprus
"Denktas sees Turkey changing policy on Cyprus
Saturday, April 2, 2005
ANKARA - Turkish Daily News
There are indications that Turkey is changing its policy of supporting reunification in Cyprus, outgoing Turkish Cypriot President Rauf Denktas said yesterday.
�Recent statements made by the Turkish government give signals that the Annan plan is no longer on Turkey's agenda,� Denktas said as he received a delegation of university academics and students from Turkey's central province of Konya."
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Saturday, April 2, 2005
ANKARA - Turkish Daily News
There are indications that Turkey is changing its policy of supporting reunification in Cyprus, outgoing Turkish Cypriot President Rauf Denktas said yesterday.
�Recent statements made by the Turkish government give signals that the Annan plan is no longer on Turkey's agenda,� Denktas said as he received a delegation of university academics and students from Turkey's central province of Konya."
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Turks.US - Two Turkish Airports Being Used for Humanitarian Help
"Two Turkish Airports Being Used for Humanitarian Help
Saturday, April 02 2005 @ 02:04 AM Central Standard Time
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While the Turkish government is deciding whether to let US forces use the Incirlik airport base for a wider range of activities, it has become clear that NATO forces comprised from seven countries are using Istanbul's Sabiha Gokcen Airport and Ankara's Esenboga Airport for humanitarian and logistical aid to Iraq."
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Saturday, April 02 2005 @ 02:04 AM Central Standard Time
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While the Turkish government is deciding whether to let US forces use the Incirlik airport base for a wider range of activities, it has become clear that NATO forces comprised from seven countries are using Istanbul's Sabiha Gokcen Airport and Ankara's Esenboga Airport for humanitarian and logistical aid to Iraq."
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The Globe and Mail: Sophia Loren a guest of Istanbul film fest
"Sophia Loren a guest of Istanbul film fest
Istanbul -- The 24th Istanbul International Film Festival was to open here late yesterday with Italian actress Sophia Loren the guest of honour.
Loren was a late stand-in for French actress Emmanuelle Béart, who refused to come in protest against Turkish policemen brutalizing participants at a Women's Day rally here last month.
The festival, which runs until April 17, will see a total of 166 films, 13 of them competing for the festival's top prize, the Golden Tulip."
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Istanbul -- The 24th Istanbul International Film Festival was to open here late yesterday with Italian actress Sophia Loren the guest of honour.
Loren was a late stand-in for French actress Emmanuelle Béart, who refused to come in protest against Turkish policemen brutalizing participants at a Women's Day rally here last month.
The festival, which runs until April 17, will see a total of 166 films, 13 of them competing for the festival's top prize, the Golden Tulip."
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Turkish press follows the leader
"Turkish press follows the leader
By Stefanos Evripidou
MEMBER of the IMME research team, Muharrem Faiz, presented the major findings for the Turkish Cypriot press during the referenda of April 24 2004.
From the 10 papers circulating in the north, four were connected with political parties. In general, 95 per cent of front-page headlines were devoted to the Annan plan during the period in question. From these, 30 per cent were against the proposed solution or the procedure followed, 39 per cent were in favour of the plan and 26 per cent reflected a more balanced view.
Nearly half of all headline titles either belonged to Rauf Denktash (his own press releases against the plan or those who support it) or concerned the veteran leader (criticisms of him and his negative attitude towards the plan).
Yeniduzen, belonging to the party of Turkish Cypriot �prime minister� Mehmet Ali Talat, wrote 40 headlines in favour of the plan and one against, while Ortam (Mustafa Akinci�s paper) had 52 positive titles and only nine negative ones. Cumhuriyet (associated with Serdar Denktash, son of Rauf) was opposed to the proposed solution with eight negative and one positive title. Volkan belongs to consultants of Rauf Denktash, and was strongly opposed to the solution, with 70 negative titles about the plan. "
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By Stefanos Evripidou
MEMBER of the IMME research team, Muharrem Faiz, presented the major findings for the Turkish Cypriot press during the referenda of April 24 2004.
From the 10 papers circulating in the north, four were connected with political parties. In general, 95 per cent of front-page headlines were devoted to the Annan plan during the period in question. From these, 30 per cent were against the proposed solution or the procedure followed, 39 per cent were in favour of the plan and 26 per cent reflected a more balanced view.
Nearly half of all headline titles either belonged to Rauf Denktash (his own press releases against the plan or those who support it) or concerned the veteran leader (criticisms of him and his negative attitude towards the plan).
Yeniduzen, belonging to the party of Turkish Cypriot �prime minister� Mehmet Ali Talat, wrote 40 headlines in favour of the plan and one against, while Ortam (Mustafa Akinci�s paper) had 52 positive titles and only nine negative ones. Cumhuriyet (associated with Serdar Denktash, son of Rauf) was opposed to the proposed solution with eight negative and one positive title. Volkan belongs to consultants of Rauf Denktash, and was strongly opposed to the solution, with 70 negative titles about the plan. "
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JTW Comment - Cyprus, Cyprus
"Cyprus, Cyprus
Orrhan Kilercioglu
By Orhan KILERCIOGLU
Cyprus is a strategic island located in the eastern Mediterranean. The island, which was ruled by the Ottomans for a long time, is full of signs of the atrocities carried out by Greek Cypriots against the Turkish residents of the island between 1960 and 1974. We now see that some people are trying to make us forget those incidents and are trying to bring Cyprus under Greek rule once again.
The Republic of Cyprus that was established by the 1960 Agreement was annulled by Makarios, and this move was followed by a genocide campaign against the Turks on the island. "
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Orrhan Kilercioglu
By Orhan KILERCIOGLU
Cyprus is a strategic island located in the eastern Mediterranean. The island, which was ruled by the Ottomans for a long time, is full of signs of the atrocities carried out by Greek Cypriots against the Turkish residents of the island between 1960 and 1974. We now see that some people are trying to make us forget those incidents and are trying to bring Cyprus under Greek rule once again.
The Republic of Cyprus that was established by the 1960 Agreement was annulled by Makarios, and this move was followed by a genocide campaign against the Turks on the island. "
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JTW News - From British Archives on Enver Pasha: Proof of Bribe? Old Suggestions Surface Ag
"From British Archives on Enver Pasha: Proof of Bribe? Old Suggestions Surface Ag
An interesting piece of news came out yesterday in the British newspaper 'The Daily Telegraph.' Newly opened secret files, according to the newspaper, seem to suggest that during World War I, Britain paid $1.5 million dollars to Enver Pasha in order to have the Ottoman Empire withdraw its forces from fighting, but that when peace did not persist, part of this money was paid back to the British."
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An interesting piece of news came out yesterday in the British newspaper 'The Daily Telegraph.' Newly opened secret files, according to the newspaper, seem to suggest that during World War I, Britain paid $1.5 million dollars to Enver Pasha in order to have the Ottoman Empire withdraw its forces from fighting, but that when peace did not persist, part of this money was paid back to the British."
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Friday, April 01, 2005
CASCFEN.org:IPI Welcomes Postponement of New Turkish Penal Code
"IPI Welcomes Postponement of New Turkish Penal Code
Published: 1.04.2005
IPI, Vienna, 01.04.2005 -- According to information provided to the International Press Institute (IPI), on 31 March, the Turkish government announced plans to postpone the implementation of the new Turkish Penal Code (TCK). The new TCK was to go into effect on 1 April and has now been postponed until 1 June.
Adopted last year, the new TCK was seen as pivotal to Turkey's successful negotiations to join the European Union. IPI, however, along with other media organisations, has sharply criticised the new TCK because it contains an array of repressive provisions that infringe on press freedom.
"
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Published: 1.04.2005
IPI, Vienna, 01.04.2005 -- According to information provided to the International Press Institute (IPI), on 31 March, the Turkish government announced plans to postpone the implementation of the new Turkish Penal Code (TCK). The new TCK was to go into effect on 1 April and has now been postponed until 1 June.
Adopted last year, the new TCK was seen as pivotal to Turkey's successful negotiations to join the European Union. IPI, however, along with other media organisations, has sharply criticised the new TCK because it contains an array of repressive provisions that infringe on press freedom.
"
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Ottoman of his time - Books - Times Online
"Ottoman of his time
By Jason Goodwin
In Turkey his novels, chronicling the country�s upheavals, have made him as famous as a footballer. But Orhan Pamuk says it�s time to stop speaking for the nation and tell his own stories
Remember angst? Germans produced it, where the French had anomie; and we all know melancholy and tristesse. Now Orhan Pamuk, Turkey�s leading novelist, and in Istanbul the chronicler of the inescapable decline of the great Ottoman metropolis and the disintegration of the Pamuk family within it, has given us h�z�n. It�s h�z�n when wealth ebbs away; when the lovely wooden mansions of the pashas burn to the ground; when Pamuk�s mother sits up late, smoking and half-watching the TV, waiting for her erring husband to get home. Even love is doomed, for old-fashioned reasons: Pamuk wants to become an artist, and a nice girl won�t marry one in 1960s Istanbul. In Istanbul Pamuk writes: �I stay in the same city, on the same street, in the same house, gazing at the same view. Istanbul�s fate is my fate: I am attached to this city because it has made me who I am.� "
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By Jason Goodwin
In Turkey his novels, chronicling the country�s upheavals, have made him as famous as a footballer. But Orhan Pamuk says it�s time to stop speaking for the nation and tell his own stories
Remember angst? Germans produced it, where the French had anomie; and we all know melancholy and tristesse. Now Orhan Pamuk, Turkey�s leading novelist, and in Istanbul the chronicler of the inescapable decline of the great Ottoman metropolis and the disintegration of the Pamuk family within it, has given us h�z�n. It�s h�z�n when wealth ebbs away; when the lovely wooden mansions of the pashas burn to the ground; when Pamuk�s mother sits up late, smoking and half-watching the TV, waiting for her erring husband to get home. Even love is doomed, for old-fashioned reasons: Pamuk wants to become an artist, and a nice girl won�t marry one in 1960s Istanbul. In Istanbul Pamuk writes: �I stay in the same city, on the same street, in the same house, gazing at the same view. Istanbul�s fate is my fate: I am attached to this city because it has made me who I am.� "
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Scotsman.com News - Latest News - British Movie Kicks off Turkish Film Festival
"British Movie Kicks off Turkish Film Festival
British actor Charles Dance is among the celebrities attending the Istanbul Film Festival.
Dance attended the opening ceremony to present his film �Ladies in Lavender�, his first attempt at directing.
A screening of the film formally kicked off the festival. It stars Dame Judi Dench and Dame Maggie Smith as two spinsters in a post-Second World War British fishing village who take in a mysterious young Polish man they find half-drowned on a beach.
�It is my first film as a director and I hope it is not my last,� Dance said."
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British actor Charles Dance is among the celebrities attending the Istanbul Film Festival.
Dance attended the opening ceremony to present his film �Ladies in Lavender�, his first attempt at directing.
A screening of the film formally kicked off the festival. It stars Dame Judi Dench and Dame Maggie Smith as two spinsters in a post-Second World War British fishing village who take in a mysterious young Polish man they find half-drowned on a beach.
�It is my first film as a director and I hope it is not my last,� Dance said."
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Daily Times - VIEW: It's not the constitution, stupid! �Miranda Husain
"VIEW: It�s not the constitution, stupid! �Miranda Husain
If France fails to ratify the constitution, Chirac�s hopes of re-election would inevitably be dashed, leaving Washington free to cultivate ties with the most likely successor to the presidential throne
Pressure is mounting on French voters to endorse the EU constitution in the May 29 referendum amid early warning signals that the country is heading towards defeating the motion. A French �non� would have catastrophic consequences for the Union as it would effectively bring to a standstill the bloc�s efforts towards closer political and economic integration. The constitution can only enter into force if it is ratified by all 25 member states."
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If France fails to ratify the constitution, Chirac�s hopes of re-election would inevitably be dashed, leaving Washington free to cultivate ties with the most likely successor to the presidential throne
Pressure is mounting on French voters to endorse the EU constitution in the May 29 referendum amid early warning signals that the country is heading towards defeating the motion. A French �non� would have catastrophic consequences for the Union as it would effectively bring to a standstill the bloc�s efforts towards closer political and economic integration. The constitution can only enter into force if it is ratified by all 25 member states."
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World Peace Herald:EU, Turkey seek future economic relations
"EU, Turkey seek future economic relations
By UNITED PRESS INTERNATIONAL
Published April 1, 2005
ISTANBUL, Turkey -- European Union leaders met in Istanbul Friday with officials of Turkey, which wants to join the union, to discuss future economic relations.
Christopher Leitl, president of the Association of European Chambers of Commerce and Industry, met with Turkish Premier Recep Tayyib Erdogan during a meeting hosted by the Turkish Chamber of Commerce. "
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By UNITED PRESS INTERNATIONAL
Published April 1, 2005
ISTANBUL, Turkey -- European Union leaders met in Istanbul Friday with officials of Turkey, which wants to join the union, to discuss future economic relations.
Christopher Leitl, president of the Association of European Chambers of Commerce and Industry, met with Turkish Premier Recep Tayyib Erdogan during a meeting hosted by the Turkish Chamber of Commerce. "
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BBC NEWS | Europe | Analysis: Turkish penal reform woes
"Analysis: Turkish penal reform woes
By Jonny Dymond
BBC correspondent in Istanbul
Turkish police were criticised for beating up protesters last month
Turkey has again postponed the introduction of a revamped penal code - just hours before it was due to come into force.
The two-month delay is all strangely redolent of the first parliamentary passage of the code.
Last September and October all seemed set fair for the passing of a new penal code to top off the extraordinary process of legislative reform that Turkey has put itself through over the past four years. "
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By Jonny Dymond
BBC correspondent in Istanbul
Turkish police were criticised for beating up protesters last month
Turkey has again postponed the introduction of a revamped penal code - just hours before it was due to come into force.
The two-month delay is all strangely redolent of the first parliamentary passage of the code.
Last September and October all seemed set fair for the passing of a new penal code to top off the extraordinary process of legislative reform that Turkey has put itself through over the past four years. "
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The Anatolia Times:Justin McCarthy: A one-man army
"Justin McCarthy: A one-man army
BY TUFAN TURENC
HURRIYET- It�s obvious why we can�t disprove the Armenian allegations, because we don�t know what happened in the years 1915-16. Moreover, unlike the Armenians� fervent belief in their allegations, we don�t have a strong belief in the fact that we are right. As with every issue, we are so lazy that we prefer to stay silent instead of fighting. I was thinking about this when I was talking with Justin McCarthy from the University of Louisville after his conference at Marmara University. �The Armenian allegations are a great lie and their documents are false. Turkey has to fight these slanders, but I have to admit I�m not positive that it will do so,� he told me. "
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BY TUFAN TURENC
HURRIYET- It�s obvious why we can�t disprove the Armenian allegations, because we don�t know what happened in the years 1915-16. Moreover, unlike the Armenians� fervent belief in their allegations, we don�t have a strong belief in the fact that we are right. As with every issue, we are so lazy that we prefer to stay silent instead of fighting. I was thinking about this when I was talking with Justin McCarthy from the University of Louisville after his conference at Marmara University. �The Armenian allegations are a great lie and their documents are false. Turkey has to fight these slanders, but I have to admit I�m not positive that it will do so,� he told me. "
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AzerTAj | STATE INFORMATION AGENCY OF AZERBAIJAN REPUBLIC
"MEETING ON GENOCIDE OF AZERBAIJANIS HELD IN ANKARA
[April 01, 2005, 17:57:48]
On March 31 - Day of Genocide of Azerbaijanis has been widely marked in Ankara. Having gathered in park in the territory of Kechioren municipality of the Turkish capital, the Azerbaijanis, members of Great National Assembly of Turkey (GNAT), representatives of Azerbaijani -Turkish friendship societies, the city dwellers, the students, have honored by a moment of silence the memory of shehids, who became victims of the Armenian terrorist groups. "
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[April 01, 2005, 17:57:48]
On March 31 - Day of Genocide of Azerbaijanis has been widely marked in Ankara. Having gathered in park in the territory of Kechioren municipality of the Turkish capital, the Azerbaijanis, members of Great National Assembly of Turkey (GNAT), representatives of Azerbaijani -Turkish friendship societies, the city dwellers, the students, have honored by a moment of silence the memory of shehids, who became victims of the Armenian terrorist groups. "
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Turkish Daily News - Directing behind the scenes: 24 years dedicated to Istanbul's film festival
"Directing behind the scenes: 24 years dedicated to Istanbul's film festival
Friday, April 1, 2005
H�lya U�ansu, director of the International Istanbul Film Festival, says her job is even more fun than we think
Elif K. Berk
ISTANBUL - Turkish Daily News
Tens of thousand of movie fans will pour into the theaters of Beyoglu and Kadikoy over the next two weeks to take part in the International Istanbul Film Festival, organized by the Istanbul Culture and Art Foundation (IKSV). The festival is the most prominent film event in Turkey and is considered a distinguished event in Europe. It will last 16 days, screening more than 160 films that are as varied as possible, including selections from acclaimed directors such as Roman Polanski and Neil Jordan, to new and promising works from South Korea as well as creative challenges by Peter Greenaway. H�lya U�ansu, director of the festival, has cared for the event like her own child for the past 24 years, after taking charge in its second year back in 1983. Originally just a one-week fest, it's now a full-blown event that attracted 90,000 moviegoers last year. "
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Friday, April 1, 2005
H�lya U�ansu, director of the International Istanbul Film Festival, says her job is even more fun than we think
Elif K. Berk
ISTANBUL - Turkish Daily News
Tens of thousand of movie fans will pour into the theaters of Beyoglu and Kadikoy over the next two weeks to take part in the International Istanbul Film Festival, organized by the Istanbul Culture and Art Foundation (IKSV). The festival is the most prominent film event in Turkey and is considered a distinguished event in Europe. It will last 16 days, screening more than 160 films that are as varied as possible, including selections from acclaimed directors such as Roman Polanski and Neil Jordan, to new and promising works from South Korea as well as creative challenges by Peter Greenaway. H�lya U�ansu, director of the festival, has cared for the event like her own child for the past 24 years, after taking charge in its second year back in 1983. Originally just a one-week fest, it's now a full-blown event that attracted 90,000 moviegoers last year. "
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Turkish Daily News - Turkey wants international committee on Armenian issue
"Turkey wants international committee on Armenian issue
Friday, April 1, 2005
ANKARA � Turkish Daily News
Turkey agrees that an international committee of experts should investigate allegations of an Armenian genocide in eastern Anatolia at the beginning of the last century, Switzerland's Foreign Minister Micheline Calmy-Rey said yesterday.
�What we agreed with Foreign Minister Abdullah G�l is that an international committee of experts should take up this issue,� Calmy-Rey was quoted as telling a meeting of Turkish and Swiss businessmen before wrapping up a visit to Turkey."
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Friday, April 1, 2005
ANKARA � Turkish Daily News
Turkey agrees that an international committee of experts should investigate allegations of an Armenian genocide in eastern Anatolia at the beginning of the last century, Switzerland's Foreign Minister Micheline Calmy-Rey said yesterday.
�What we agreed with Foreign Minister Abdullah G�l is that an international committee of experts should take up this issue,� Calmy-Rey was quoted as telling a meeting of Turkish and Swiss businessmen before wrapping up a visit to Turkey."
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Turkish Daily News - Denktas seeks useful formula to ease isolation
"Denktas seeks useful formula to ease isolation
Friday, April 1, 2005
Ankara can use the protocol issue as a means to lift embargos on Turkish Cypriots, Turkish Cypriot Denktas offers
ANKARA - Turkish Daily News
Veteran Turkish Cypriot leader Rauf Denktas who is preparing to leave the presidential office after this month's elections in northern Cyprus yesterday suggested that Ankara could lift bans concerning the Greek Cypriot administration in order to ease the isolation of Turkish Cypriots by getting embargos on Turkish Cypriots lifted by the Greek Cypriots."
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Friday, April 1, 2005
Ankara can use the protocol issue as a means to lift embargos on Turkish Cypriots, Turkish Cypriot Denktas offers
ANKARA - Turkish Daily News
Veteran Turkish Cypriot leader Rauf Denktas who is preparing to leave the presidential office after this month's elections in northern Cyprus yesterday suggested that Ankara could lift bans concerning the Greek Cypriot administration in order to ease the isolation of Turkish Cypriots by getting embargos on Turkish Cypriots lifted by the Greek Cypriots."
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REPORTER.GR:Cyprus spokesman warns Turkey over excluding Cyprus from customs union
"Cyprus spokesman warns Turkey over excluding Cyprus from customs union
14:00 - 01 April 2005 - Cypriot Government Spokesman Kipros Khrisostomidhis said today that failure on behalf of Turkey to sign and implement the protocol extending its customs union with the EU to the ten new member-states, including Cyprus, would be a double violation of its international obligations towards the EU and the World Trade Organization (WTO). "
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14:00 - 01 April 2005 - Cypriot Government Spokesman Kipros Khrisostomidhis said today that failure on behalf of Turkey to sign and implement the protocol extending its customs union with the EU to the ten new member-states, including Cyprus, would be a double violation of its international obligations towards the EU and the World Trade Organization (WTO). "
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Aljazeera.Net - Relief as Turkish penal code put back
"Relief as Turkish penal code put back
By Jonathan Gorvett in Istanbul
Friday 01 April 2005, 14:14 Makka Time, 11:14 GMT
Ridiculing the government could land journalists in jail
In a last minute decision, Turkey's parliament has voted to postpone plans to introduce a new penal code which had been slammed by journalists and human rights activists.
The new code had been due to come into force on 1 April - known as April Fool's Day in many countries, but for Turkey's journalists, a day that had taken on a much less comic connotation. "
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By Jonathan Gorvett in Istanbul
Friday 01 April 2005, 14:14 Makka Time, 11:14 GMT
Ridiculing the government could land journalists in jail
In a last minute decision, Turkey's parliament has voted to postpone plans to introduce a new penal code which had been slammed by journalists and human rights activists.
The new code had been due to come into force on 1 April - known as April Fool's Day in many countries, but for Turkey's journalists, a day that had taken on a much less comic connotation. "
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JTW News - Turkish Record Growth and Investment
"Turkish Record Growth and Investment
View: Abdurrahman Yildirim
�We have finally surpassed China in successive growth rates, thus becoming the fastest-growing economy in the world for 2004. This is also the highest rate we�ve achieved since 1966.
One reason for this progress is that Turkey has at last been able to secure economic and political stability. Rising foreign capital inflow, depreciating exchange rates and cheaper import costs all helped our economic growth.
The expectation that Turkey will eventually get a date for EU membership talks also had a positive effect on all aspects of our economy, including the financial markets and real estate.
Another reason is that a large number of investments which had to be delayed during the 2001 economic crisis finally went through last year."
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View: Abdurrahman Yildirim
�We have finally surpassed China in successive growth rates, thus becoming the fastest-growing economy in the world for 2004. This is also the highest rate we�ve achieved since 1966.
One reason for this progress is that Turkey has at last been able to secure economic and political stability. Rising foreign capital inflow, depreciating exchange rates and cheaper import costs all helped our economic growth.
The expectation that Turkey will eventually get a date for EU membership talks also had a positive effect on all aspects of our economy, including the financial markets and real estate.
Another reason is that a large number of investments which had to be delayed during the 2001 economic crisis finally went through last year."
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JTW Comment - Turkish-US Relations: The National Security Council and a Civilian Comment
"Turkish-US Relations: The National Security Council and a Civilian Comment
Ferai Tinc
Columnist Ferai Tinc comments on Turkish-US relations. A summary of her column is as follows:
�Turkish-US relations have recently been issue one for our country. Although neither government will admit to there being a problem, recent media reports have argued that there�s an ongoing crisis between Ankara and Washington.
National Security Council (NSC) Secretary-General Yigit Alpogan on Wednesday delivered a remarkable speech on this issue at the Turkish-US Business Council in Istanbul. �Recent �crisis� allegations are baseless, but our partnership must still be revamped,� he said. �We need a healthier dialogue and frank conversation.�"
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Ferai Tinc
Columnist Ferai Tinc comments on Turkish-US relations. A summary of her column is as follows:
�Turkish-US relations have recently been issue one for our country. Although neither government will admit to there being a problem, recent media reports have argued that there�s an ongoing crisis between Ankara and Washington.
National Security Council (NSC) Secretary-General Yigit Alpogan on Wednesday delivered a remarkable speech on this issue at the Turkish-US Business Council in Istanbul. �Recent �crisis� allegations are baseless, but our partnership must still be revamped,� he said. �We need a healthier dialogue and frank conversation.�"
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Journey Beyond the Ottoman Empire
"Journey Beyond the Ottoman Empire
By SALIH BOZTAS
Published: Friday 01, 2005
zaman.com
Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan has returned to Turkey after completing his African tour. More than concrete results, the second stage of the tour promises future investments. A Turkish diplomat described the tour as a 'central plank in the Africa-Mediterranean opportunities'.
This tour is an amicable visit extending beyond historical Ottoman territory. Erdogan went to Morocco as a 'friend'. As the super power of its time, the Ottoman Empire reached as far as Algeria, but could not penetrate Morocco. According to Moroccans, this shows the power of the Moroccan state of the time. "
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By SALIH BOZTAS
Published: Friday 01, 2005
zaman.com
Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan has returned to Turkey after completing his African tour. More than concrete results, the second stage of the tour promises future investments. A Turkish diplomat described the tour as a 'central plank in the Africa-Mediterranean opportunities'.
This tour is an amicable visit extending beyond historical Ottoman territory. Erdogan went to Morocco as a 'friend'. As the super power of its time, the Ottoman Empire reached as far as Algeria, but could not penetrate Morocco. According to Moroccans, this shows the power of the Moroccan state of the time. "
More:ZAMAN DAILY NEWSPAPER (2005040118055)
JTW News - Turkey 'reconciles' with Maghreb
"Turkey 'reconciles' with Maghreb
Zeynep Gurcanli
The New Anatolian / Ankara
Prime Minister Erdogan's North Africa tour is part of Turkey's new approach to the continent. The prime minister's visit to Tunisia and Morocco has also another important meaning: To distance Turkish Islamists from Islamic movements in Maghreb countries
After receiving a date for the start of its European Union accession talks, the ruling Justice and Development (AK) Party government made an important decision to extend the scope of Turkish foreign policy. Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan's visits early this month to Ethiopia and South Africa were the first step in Turkey's new approach. "
More:JTW News - Turkey 'reconciles' with Maghreb
Zeynep Gurcanli
The New Anatolian / Ankara
Prime Minister Erdogan's North Africa tour is part of Turkey's new approach to the continent. The prime minister's visit to Tunisia and Morocco has also another important meaning: To distance Turkish Islamists from Islamic movements in Maghreb countries
After receiving a date for the start of its European Union accession talks, the ruling Justice and Development (AK) Party government made an important decision to extend the scope of Turkish foreign policy. Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan's visits early this month to Ethiopia and South Africa were the first step in Turkey's new approach. "
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Turkish Daily News - Armenian test in Turkish-US ties
"Armenian test in Turkish-US ties
Friday, April 1, 2005
ANKARA - Turkish Daily News
The government held out hope that the United States would not allow congressional recognition of the allegations of an Armenian genocide at the hands of the late Ottoman Empire at the beginning of the 20th century, as the powerful Armenian lobby is preparing to submit a resolution to Congress next month.
Observers fear any U.S. recognition of the alleged genocide, which Turkey categorically denies, would have a destructive impact on the ties and say a Turkish government decision to approve broader U.S. access to Incirlik air base in southern Anatolia could help Turkey."
More:Turkish Daily News - Armenian test in Turkish-US ties
Friday, April 1, 2005
ANKARA - Turkish Daily News
The government held out hope that the United States would not allow congressional recognition of the allegations of an Armenian genocide at the hands of the late Ottoman Empire at the beginning of the 20th century, as the powerful Armenian lobby is preparing to submit a resolution to Congress next month.
Observers fear any U.S. recognition of the alleged genocide, which Turkey categorically denies, would have a destructive impact on the ties and say a Turkish government decision to approve broader U.S. access to Incirlik air base in southern Anatolia could help Turkey."
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Young Turkish Visionaries Master Public Service and Leadership Skills in North Carolina
"Young Turkish Visionaries Master Public Service and Leadership Skills in North Carolina
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Turkish Student Leaders Volunteer at the Local Food Bank, Tour Triangle Universities and NGO's, and Attend A Leadership Conference in Wilmington through Young Guru Academy Program.
Raleigh, NC (PRWEB) March 31, 2005 -- The Young Guru Academy (YGA), an Istanbul-based non-governmental organization (NGO) devoted to developing a unique brand of imaginative business leaders, held its third annual Young Guru Academy (YGA-3) program in North Carolina on March 16-21.
YGA-3 was hosted by the local Turkish-American communities of the Triangle and Wilmington areas, with financial sponsorship provided by major multinational companies of Turkey. Participants were a group of promising Turkish university students with the potential of becoming the future leaders and visionaries of Turkey."
More:Young Turkish Visionaries Master Public Service and Leadership Skills in North Carolina
Download this press release as an Adobe PDF document.
Turkish Student Leaders Volunteer at the Local Food Bank, Tour Triangle Universities and NGO's, and Attend A Leadership Conference in Wilmington through Young Guru Academy Program.
Raleigh, NC (PRWEB) March 31, 2005 -- The Young Guru Academy (YGA), an Istanbul-based non-governmental organization (NGO) devoted to developing a unique brand of imaginative business leaders, held its third annual Young Guru Academy (YGA-3) program in North Carolina on March 16-21.
YGA-3 was hosted by the local Turkish-American communities of the Triangle and Wilmington areas, with financial sponsorship provided by major multinational companies of Turkey. Participants were a group of promising Turkish university students with the potential of becoming the future leaders and visionaries of Turkey."
More:Young Turkish Visionaries Master Public Service and Leadership Skills in North Carolina
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