"Talking Turkey
Obama's trip to Ankara promises to be a genuine meeting of minds.
By Grenville Byford | Newsweek Web Exclusive
The Bush administration spent years trying to isolate people the Turkish government thought should be engaged—Iran, Syria, Hizbullah, Hamas, to name a few. The Obama administration broadly endorses engagement. Turkish-American relations are therefore about to change from being good despite fundamental disagreement to being a genuine meeting of minds. Some people in Washington have been screaming that Turkey's increasingly good relations with the countries in its neighborhood means it is "turning away from the West." Apparently they view international relations as a form of monogamy in which it's evidently dangerous to go out on a date. In fact, international relations are like business partnerships. An extensive Rolodex greatly increases a partner's value."
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Saturday, April 04, 2009
Turkey Looks Forward to Historic Obama Visit - washingtonpost.com
"Turkey Looks Forward to Historic Obama Visit
By Kevin Sullivan
Washington Post Foreign Service
Saturday, April 4, 2009; 2:29 PM
ANKARA, Turkey, April 4 -- Shoe-shiner Kasim Kirsakal sat outside a mosque, directly across from a bank using a poster of President Obama to promote low-interest loans. "
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By Kevin Sullivan
Washington Post Foreign Service
Saturday, April 4, 2009; 2:29 PM
ANKARA, Turkey, April 4 -- Shoe-shiner Kasim Kirsakal sat outside a mosque, directly across from a bank using a poster of President Obama to promote low-interest loans. "
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Laid-off banker finds work as Obama
"Laid-off banker finds work as Obama
ISTANBUL, Turkey (CNN) -- Regular programming has just been interrupted by a news conference. A slender black man in a suit steps up to a podium, flanked by American flags and a White House logo.
"I wish I could announce such an economic package," he says, "but there is a bank in Turkey that did it. It is Garanti. I wish we had Garanti in America."
Don't be fooled. This is a commercial on Turkish TV. The actor is a 44-year-old Barack Obama look-alike from Whitehall, Pennsylvania, named Michael Lamar. And he is shilling for a Turkish bank."
More:Laid-off banker finds work as Obama - CNN.com
ISTANBUL, Turkey (CNN) -- Regular programming has just been interrupted by a news conference. A slender black man in a suit steps up to a podium, flanked by American flags and a White House logo.
"I wish I could announce such an economic package," he says, "but there is a bank in Turkey that did it. It is Garanti. I wish we had Garanti in America."
Don't be fooled. This is a commercial on Turkish TV. The actor is a 44-year-old Barack Obama look-alike from Whitehall, Pennsylvania, named Michael Lamar. And he is shilling for a Turkish bank."
More:Laid-off banker finds work as Obama - CNN.com
Obama brokers controversial NATO appointment
"Obama brokers controversial NATO appointment
By Bridget Johnson
Posted: 04/04/09 11:54 AM [ET]
President Obama travels to Turkey next week to reach out to the Muslim world, but a decision at Saturday's NATO summit is likely to stir broad discontent in Islamic nations."
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By Bridget Johnson
Posted: 04/04/09 11:54 AM [ET]
President Obama travels to Turkey next week to reach out to the Muslim world, but a decision at Saturday's NATO summit is likely to stir broad discontent in Islamic nations."
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US representatives 'assist' Armenia, Turkey
"US representatives 'assist' Armenia, Turkey
Tue, 31 Mar 2009 01:48:05 GMT
A number of US congress members have expressed readiness to 'assist' ties between Turkey and Armenia in a bid to reconcile the long time foes."
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Tue, 31 Mar 2009 01:48:05 GMT
A number of US congress members have expressed readiness to 'assist' ties between Turkey and Armenia in a bid to reconcile the long time foes."
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Turkey awaits Obama with mixed emotions - Los Angeles Times
"Turkey awaits Obama with mixed emotions
Turks are excited about his visit, but they don't want him to bring up touchy subjects and belittle their country."
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Turks are excited about his visit, but they don't want him to bring up touchy subjects and belittle their country."
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Turkey agreed to NATO chief after Obama pledges | Reuters
"Turkey agreed to NATO chief after Obama pledges
Sat Apr 4, 2009 4:54pm BST
ANKARA (Reuters) - Turkey said on Saturday it had dropped its objections to Dane Anders Fogh Rasmussen becoming the next head of NATO after U.S. President Barack Obama offered promises that one of Rasmussen's deputies would be a Turk."
More:Turkey agreed to NATO chief after Obama pledges | Reuters
Sat Apr 4, 2009 4:54pm BST
ANKARA (Reuters) - Turkey said on Saturday it had dropped its objections to Dane Anders Fogh Rasmussen becoming the next head of NATO after U.S. President Barack Obama offered promises that one of Rasmussen's deputies would be a Turk."
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Obama's Turkey trip to deliver unity message, but many Turks suspicious of US intentions -- Newsday.com
"Obama's Turkey trip to deliver unity message, but many Turks suspicious of US intentions
CHRISTOPHER TORCHIA | Associated Press Writer
ISTANBUL (AP) — One of President Barack Obama's first stops on his visit to Turkey will be the imposing mausoleum of the national founder and independence war hero whose personality cult dominates the nation seven decades after his death."
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CHRISTOPHER TORCHIA | Associated Press Writer
ISTANBUL (AP) — One of President Barack Obama's first stops on his visit to Turkey will be the imposing mausoleum of the national founder and independence war hero whose personality cult dominates the nation seven decades after his death."
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Bulent Aras: Is this a golden era for US-Turkey relations? | Comment is free | guardian.co.uk
"A golden era for US-Turkey relations?
Turkey's relationship with Iran, Syria and Hamas is crucial to the Obama camp's efforts to secure peace in the Middle East"
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Turkey's relationship with Iran, Syria and Hamas is crucial to the Obama camp's efforts to secure peace in the Middle East"
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Obama's Turkey tour heavy with symbolism
"Obama's Turkey tour heavy with symbolism
By CHRISTOPHER TORCHIA – 46 minutes ago
ISTANBUL (AP) — One of President Barack Obama's first stops on his visit to Turkey will be the imposing mausoleum of the national founder and independence war hero whose personality cult dominates the nation seven decades after his death."
More:The Associated Press: Obama's Turkey tour heavy with symbolism
By CHRISTOPHER TORCHIA – 46 minutes ago
ISTANBUL (AP) — One of President Barack Obama's first stops on his visit to Turkey will be the imposing mausoleum of the national founder and independence war hero whose personality cult dominates the nation seven decades after his death."
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AFP: Obama well placed to win hearts in Turkey
"Obama well placed to win hearts in Turkey
ISTANBUL (AFP) — US President Barack Obama, due in Turkey next week, is poised not only to boost bilateral ties but also make gains on the front of public diplomacy in this mainly Muslim country, where his predecessor left the US image in tatters."
More:AFP: Obama well placed to win hearts in Turkey
ISTANBUL (AFP) — US President Barack Obama, due in Turkey next week, is poised not only to boost bilateral ties but also make gains on the front of public diplomacy in this mainly Muslim country, where his predecessor left the US image in tatters."
More:AFP: Obama well placed to win hearts in Turkey
U.S. spokesman: Obama's visit to Turkey aims at underscoring its significance
"U.S. spokesman: Obama's visit to Turkey aims at underscoring its significance
www.chinaview.cn 2009-04-04 00:26:00
ANKARA, April 3 (Xinhua) -- U.S. White House Spokesman Robert Gibbs said Friday that President Barack Obama's visit to Turkey aimed at highlighting Ankara's significance, the semi-official Anatolia news agency reported."
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www.chinaview.cn 2009-04-04 00:26:00
ANKARA, April 3 (Xinhua) -- U.S. White House Spokesman Robert Gibbs said Friday that President Barack Obama's visit to Turkey aimed at highlighting Ankara's significance, the semi-official Anatolia news agency reported."
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Turkey’s Greeks take to stage: ’A Thorn in My Bed’
"Turkey’s Greeks take to stage: ’A Thorn in My Bed’
ISTANBUL -The Rum minority of Istanbul has a very active cultural group, the Feriköy Art and Culture Lovers Association that was officially established in 1989. Before that, it was an amateur theatrical group that produced many plays. There are a number of theories about the Rum community’s Bakla Horani, meaning ’I ate bakla,’ festival in Istanbul, with some believing that it only began in the 1830s although others suggest it dates back to the rather sybaritic rites of ancient Greek city-states and Rome"
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ISTANBUL -The Rum minority of Istanbul has a very active cultural group, the Feriköy Art and Culture Lovers Association that was officially established in 1989. Before that, it was an amateur theatrical group that produced many plays. There are a number of theories about the Rum community’s Bakla Horani, meaning ’I ate bakla,’ festival in Istanbul, with some believing that it only began in the 1830s although others suggest it dates back to the rather sybaritic rites of ancient Greek city-states and Rome"
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Women elevating the Int’l Istanbul Film Festival
"Women elevating the Int’l Istanbul Film Festival
ISTANBUL -Among the female directors in the national competition of the Int’l Istanbul Film Festival, Aslı Özge and Pelin Esmer tell of Istanbulus tied to each other’s fates while San Sebastian winner YeÅŸim UstaoÄŸlu looks at isolation through a family’s broken relations"
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ISTANBUL -Among the female directors in the national competition of the Int’l Istanbul Film Festival, Aslı Özge and Pelin Esmer tell of Istanbulus tied to each other’s fates while San Sebastian winner YeÅŸim UstaoÄŸlu looks at isolation through a family’s broken relations"
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Editorial - Mr. Obama and Turkey
"Mr. Obama and Turkey
President Obama has wisely decided to visit Turkey during his first official trip to Europe. The United States needs Turkey’s cooperation — in Iraq and Afghanistan as well as with Iran and efforts to broker Middle East peace. But there are also very worrying trends in Turkey’s relationship with Europe and its internal politics."
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President Obama has wisely decided to visit Turkey during his first official trip to Europe. The United States needs Turkey’s cooperation — in Iraq and Afghanistan as well as with Iran and efforts to broker Middle East peace. But there are also very worrying trends in Turkey’s relationship with Europe and its internal politics."
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Turkey: Thousands demonstrate against US, NATO | World news | Chron.com - Houston Chronicle
"Turkey: Thousands demonstrate against US, NATO
© 2009 The Associated Press
ANKARA, Turkey — Several thousand leftists staged anti-U.S. and anti-NATO protests in Turkey on Saturday, with shouts of "Yankee Go Home!" the day before President Barack Obama's visit.
"Obama don't come! We don't want you!" the protesters shouted in the Turkish capital as riot police blocked the streets to contain the crowds. Obama was scheduled to arrive in Ankara on Sunday."
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© 2009 The Associated Press
ANKARA, Turkey — Several thousand leftists staged anti-U.S. and anti-NATO protests in Turkey on Saturday, with shouts of "Yankee Go Home!" the day before President Barack Obama's visit.
"Obama don't come! We don't want you!" the protesters shouted in the Turkish capital as riot police blocked the streets to contain the crowds. Obama was scheduled to arrive in Ankara on Sunday."
More:Turkey: Thousands demonstrate against US, NATO | World news | Chron.com - Houston Chronicle
‘Still no Jewish Prime Minister’
"‘Still no Jewish Prime Minister’
22-12-2008
Job Cohen
“Is it conceivable that one day, a Turk will become Prime Minister”, Turkish independent newspaper Taraf recently asked Mayor Job Cohen. “Jews have been living in the Netherlands for 300 years and we still haven’t had a Jewish Prime Minister”, he answered."
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22-12-2008
Job Cohen
“Is it conceivable that one day, a Turk will become Prime Minister”, Turkish independent newspaper Taraf recently asked Mayor Job Cohen. “Jews have been living in the Netherlands for 300 years and we still haven’t had a Jewish Prime Minister”, he answered."
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TURKEY AND USA SIGN MOA ON ENERGY - Turk.Net
"TURKEY AND USA SIGN MOA ON ENERGY
ANKARA (A.A) - 04.04.2009 - Turkish and U.S. officials signed a memorandum of agreement (MOA) on energy productivity, renewable energy and clean coal technologies in Istanbul on Saturday."
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ANKARA (A.A) - 04.04.2009 - Turkish and U.S. officials signed a memorandum of agreement (MOA) on energy productivity, renewable energy and clean coal technologies in Istanbul on Saturday."
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EU criticises Turkey stance on Danish PM's NATO bid — EUbusiness.com - business, legal and economic news and information from the European Union
"EU criticises Turkey stance on Danish PM's NATO bid
04 April 2009, 11:32 CET
(HELSINKI) - Turkey's opposition to the Danish prime minister's bid to become the next NATO chief is bad for Ankara's EU membership aspirations, EU Enlargement Commissioner Olli Rehn said Saturday."EU criticises Turkey stance on
More:Danish PM's NATO bid — EUbusiness.com - business, legal and economic news and information from the European Union
04 April 2009, 11:32 CET
(HELSINKI) - Turkey's opposition to the Danish prime minister's bid to become the next NATO chief is bad for Ankara's EU membership aspirations, EU Enlargement Commissioner Olli Rehn said Saturday."EU criticises Turkey stance on
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PREVIEW: Obama travels to Turkey as allies' interests converge - Monsters and Critics
"PREVIEW: Obama travels to Turkey as allies' interests converge
Europe News
By Christopher Wade Apr 4, 2009, 10:13 GMT
Ankara - US President Barrack Obama arrives in Turkey Sunday night, fulfilling his pledge to visit a Muslim nation in his first 100 days in office, as the two-NATO allies work on rebuilding a relationship sorely tested by the 2004 US-led invasion of Iraq.
During his talks with Turkish leaders in Ankara Monday - a visit that will include Obama making a speech to the Turkish parliament, then a tour of the ancient city of Istanbul Tuesday - Obama will seek to emphasise his administration's new approach to regional problems."
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Europe News
By Christopher Wade Apr 4, 2009, 10:13 GMT
Ankara - US President Barrack Obama arrives in Turkey Sunday night, fulfilling his pledge to visit a Muslim nation in his first 100 days in office, as the two-NATO allies work on rebuilding a relationship sorely tested by the 2004 US-led invasion of Iraq.
During his talks with Turkish leaders in Ankara Monday - a visit that will include Obama making a speech to the Turkish parliament, then a tour of the ancient city of Istanbul Tuesday - Obama will seek to emphasise his administration's new approach to regional problems."
More:PREVIEW: Obama travels to Turkey as allies' interests converge - Monsters and Critics
Turkey maintains opposition to Dane for NATO chief | U.S. | Reuters
"Turkey maintains opposition to Dane for NATO chief
Sat Apr 4, 2009 6:50am EDT
ANKARA (Reuters) - Turkey stuck to its guns on Saturday, making clear it would not agree to Danish Prime Minister Anders Fogh Rasmussen being appointed the next head of NATO at an alliance summit."
More:Turkey maintains opposition to Dane for NATO chief | U.S. | Reuters
Sat Apr 4, 2009 6:50am EDT
ANKARA (Reuters) - Turkey stuck to its guns on Saturday, making clear it would not agree to Danish Prime Minister Anders Fogh Rasmussen being appointed the next head of NATO at an alliance summit."
More:Turkey maintains opposition to Dane for NATO chief | U.S. | Reuters
Obama and Karamanlis unraveling Cyprus and Macedonia
"Obama and Karamanlis unraveling Cyprus and Macedonia
Дата: 04 April 2009 :: 13:19:21
The US president Barack Obama and the Greek Prime Minister Kostas Karamanlis will meet at 01:30pm Greek time today in Strasburg, where both politicians are participating in the NATO high level meeting. The news about the first meeting between Obama and Karamanlis was arranged 10 days ago and it was officially confirmed by the office of the Greek president."
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Дата: 04 April 2009 :: 13:19:21
The US president Barack Obama and the Greek Prime Minister Kostas Karamanlis will meet at 01:30pm Greek time today in Strasburg, where both politicians are participating in the NATO high level meeting. The news about the first meeting between Obama and Karamanlis was arranged 10 days ago and it was officially confirmed by the office of the Greek president."
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Assyrian Nationalists Cooperate with Kurdish PKK Insurgents - The Jamestown Foundation
"Assyrian Nationalists Cooperate with Kurdish PKK Insurgents
Publication: Terrorism Monitor Volume: 7 Issue: 8
April 3, 2009 05:51 PM Age: 15 hrs
By: Wladimir van Wilgenburg
For many people in the West, mention of the “Assyrians” brings to mind the relentless empire-builders of northern Iraq who conquered most of the Middle East, including Egypt and large parts of Anatolia, in the period stretching between the 20th to 7th centuries B.C. Few are aware of the existence of the modern “Assyrians,” an Aramaic-speaking Christian community still centered on the region surrounding the ancient Assyrian capital of Nineveh (Arabic – Ninawa). Though they are undoubtedly an indigenous group predating the Arab invasion of the 7th century, there is still intense debate within the community over the reality of a direct link to the Assyrians of old. Three developments have spurred the growth of modern Assyrian nationalism:"
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Publication: Terrorism Monitor Volume: 7 Issue: 8
April 3, 2009 05:51 PM Age: 15 hrs
By: Wladimir van Wilgenburg
For many people in the West, mention of the “Assyrians” brings to mind the relentless empire-builders of northern Iraq who conquered most of the Middle East, including Egypt and large parts of Anatolia, in the period stretching between the 20th to 7th centuries B.C. Few are aware of the existence of the modern “Assyrians,” an Aramaic-speaking Christian community still centered on the region surrounding the ancient Assyrian capital of Nineveh (Arabic – Ninawa). Though they are undoubtedly an indigenous group predating the Arab invasion of the 7th century, there is still intense debate within the community over the reality of a direct link to the Assyrians of old. Three developments have spurred the growth of modern Assyrian nationalism:"
More:Assyrian Nationalists Cooperate with Kurdish PKK Insurgents - The Jamestown Foundation
TURKEYU.S. CLEAN ENERGY PARTNERSHIP - Turk.Net
"TURKEY-U.S. CLEAN ENERGY PARTNERSHIP
ISTANBUL (A.A) - 04.04.2009 - Turkish Energy & Natural Resources Minister Hilmi Guler said on Saturday that a new page was opening in Turkey-U.S. relations in renewable energy, energy productivity and implementation of new technologies thanks to the memorandum of agreement which was signed between the two countries."
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ISTANBUL (A.A) - 04.04.2009 - Turkish Energy & Natural Resources Minister Hilmi Guler said on Saturday that a new page was opening in Turkey-U.S. relations in renewable energy, energy productivity and implementation of new technologies thanks to the memorandum of agreement which was signed between the two countries."
More:(ECO) TURKEYU.S. CLEAN ENERGY PARTNERSHIP - Turk.Net
Kurdish demonstrators clash with Turkish police
"Kurdish demonstrators clash with Turkish police
AP
Published: April 04, 2009, 15:22
Ankara: Turkish television footage shows hundreds of Kurdish demonstrators throwing stones at police and soldiers preventing around 3,000 people from travelling to the village of imprisoned Kurdish rebel chief Abdullah Ocalan to mark his 60th birthday."
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AP
Published: April 04, 2009, 15:22
Ankara: Turkish television footage shows hundreds of Kurdish demonstrators throwing stones at police and soldiers preventing around 3,000 people from travelling to the village of imprisoned Kurdish rebel chief Abdullah Ocalan to mark his 60th birthday."
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Analysis: Obama visit to Turkey no afterthought - Taiwan News Online
"Analysis: Obama visit to Turkey no afterthought
By STEVEN R. HURST
Associated Press
2009-04-04 01:45 PM
President Barack Obama's stop in Turkey is hardly an afterthought, a "while I'm in the neighborhood" visit.
For starters, he wants to mend relations strained when the United States went to war in Iraq six years ago. Ankara's Islamic-rooted government denied Washington's request to use Turkish territory to invade Iraq from the north. But Turkey also is in line for thanks for trying to bring peace between Israelis and Palestinians."
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By STEVEN R. HURST
Associated Press
2009-04-04 01:45 PM
President Barack Obama's stop in Turkey is hardly an afterthought, a "while I'm in the neighborhood" visit.
For starters, he wants to mend relations strained when the United States went to war in Iraq six years ago. Ankara's Islamic-rooted government denied Washington's request to use Turkish territory to invade Iraq from the north. But Turkey also is in line for thanks for trying to bring peace between Israelis and Palestinians."
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Istanbul Bridge | Manila Bulletin
"Istanbul Bridge
World’s shortest distance between Europe and Asia
By BEN CAL
April 4, 2009, 3:02pm
The shortest way going to Europe from Asia virtually at the wink of an eye is via Istanbul, Turkey."
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World’s shortest distance between Europe and Asia
By BEN CAL
April 4, 2009, 3:02pm
The shortest way going to Europe from Asia virtually at the wink of an eye is via Istanbul, Turkey."
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Talking to Turkey, but Islam is listening - Los Angeles Times
"Talking to Turkey, but Islam is listening
When President Obama speaks in Ankara, he can send a crucial message to Muslims.
By Jack Miles
April 4, 2009
'They say we are at war with Islam. This is the whispered line of the extremist who has nothing to offer in this battle of ideas but blame. ... We are not at war with Islam. But too often since 9/11, the extremists have defined us. ... When I am president, that will change.' -- Barack Obama, August 2007"
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When President Obama speaks in Ankara, he can send a crucial message to Muslims.
By Jack Miles
April 4, 2009
'They say we are at war with Islam. This is the whispered line of the extremist who has nothing to offer in this battle of ideas but blame. ... We are not at war with Islam. But too often since 9/11, the extremists have defined us. ... When I am president, that will change.' -- Barack Obama, August 2007"
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Suleiman to Present to Ankara Lebanon's Position on Negotiations with Israel
"Suleiman to Present to Ankara Lebanon's Position on Negotiations with Israel
President Michel Suleiman will meet Turkish President Abdullah Gul during a two-day official visit to Ankara on April 21 to discuss Lebanon's position on a return to negotiations with Israel.
An-Nahar daily newspaper reported on Saturday that Suleiman will meet with Gul as well as other Turkish officials to discuss the countries' bilateral ties, the upcoming Lebanese elections, the Arab peace process, and Lebanon's position on a return to dialogue with Israel."
MOre:Naharnet Newsdesk - Suleiman to Present to Ankara Lebanon's Position on Negotiations with Israel
President Michel Suleiman will meet Turkish President Abdullah Gul during a two-day official visit to Ankara on April 21 to discuss Lebanon's position on a return to negotiations with Israel.
An-Nahar daily newspaper reported on Saturday that Suleiman will meet with Gul as well as other Turkish officials to discuss the countries' bilateral ties, the upcoming Lebanese elections, the Arab peace process, and Lebanon's position on a return to dialogue with Israel."
MOre:Naharnet Newsdesk - Suleiman to Present to Ankara Lebanon's Position on Negotiations with Israel
NATO leaders deadlocked over new secretary-general - wtop.com
"NATO leaders deadlocked over new secretary-general
By SLOBODAN LEKIC and SELCAN HACAOGLU
Associated Press Writer
STRASBOURG, France (AP) - NATO was deadlocked Saturday over the choice of a new secretary-general after Turkey blocked the candidacy of a Dane who angered Muslims by defending the right to print cartoons of the Prophet Muhammad, officials said."
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By SLOBODAN LEKIC and SELCAN HACAOGLU
Associated Press Writer
STRASBOURG, France (AP) - NATO was deadlocked Saturday over the choice of a new secretary-general after Turkey blocked the candidacy of a Dane who angered Muslims by defending the right to print cartoons of the Prophet Muhammad, officials said."
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Friday, April 03, 2009
Turkey, Armenia are likely to ease conflict - Los Angeles Times
"Turkey, Armenia are likely to ease conflict
President Obama is to visit Turkey in a few days, and the expected deal would allow him to point to progress toward reconciliation -- and put off a planned declaration that the Ottoman-era killing of Armenians was a genocide."
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President Obama is to visit Turkey in a few days, and the expected deal would allow him to point to progress toward reconciliation -- and put off a planned declaration that the Ottoman-era killing of Armenians was a genocide."
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Turkey wants extra Russian gas supplies from 2015: Gazprom
"Turkey wants extra Russian gas supplies from 2015: Gazprom
NOVO-OGARYOVO (RIA Novosti) - Turkey has asked for additional natural gas supplies from Russia from 2015, including via the Blue Stream-2 pipeline, the CEO of Russia’s state-controlled energy giant Gazprom said on Friday."
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NOVO-OGARYOVO (RIA Novosti) - Turkey has asked for additional natural gas supplies from Russia from 2015, including via the Blue Stream-2 pipeline, the CEO of Russia’s state-controlled energy giant Gazprom said on Friday."
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Turkish Hopes High for Obama's Visit
"Turkish Hopes High for Obama's Visit
By Utku Cakirozer
President Obama visits Turkey this weekend on his first overseas trip as U.S. president, and he sets a milestone by doing so: other U.S. presidents have always visited Ankara much later in their terms of office. This isn't a coincidence or a tiny detail. It represents a significant shift in fundamental foreign policy priorities under the new U.S. administration. I believe there are two main reasons for Obama to choose Turkey: The necessity to increase security cooperation and to reshape the global image of the United States in the aftermath of the Bush era."
More:Need to Know: PostGlobal on washingtonpost.com
By Utku Cakirozer
President Obama visits Turkey this weekend on his first overseas trip as U.S. president, and he sets a milestone by doing so: other U.S. presidents have always visited Ankara much later in their terms of office. This isn't a coincidence or a tiny detail. It represents a significant shift in fundamental foreign policy priorities under the new U.S. administration. I believe there are two main reasons for Obama to choose Turkey: The necessity to increase security cooperation and to reshape the global image of the United States in the aftermath of the Bush era."
More:Need to Know: PostGlobal on washingtonpost.com
Turkey 'suffering hand-in-hand' with Iraq
"Turkey 'suffering hand-in-hand' with Iraq
Saturday, 04 Apr 2009 00:01
Turkey's prime minister expressed frustration with limited progress in Iraq during a speech in London.
Recep Tayyip Erdogan's criticisms contrasted with positive assessments of Iraq's post-Saddam development given by Turkey's ambassador to Britain last month."
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Saturday, 04 Apr 2009 00:01
Turkey's prime minister expressed frustration with limited progress in Iraq during a speech in London.
Recep Tayyip Erdogan's criticisms contrasted with positive assessments of Iraq's post-Saddam development given by Turkey's ambassador to Britain last month."
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Turkey expected to lift veto on Danish PM becoming Nato chief - Times Online
"Turkey expected to lift veto on Danish PM becoming Nato chief
Michael Evans and David Charter in Strasbourg
Frantic behind-the-scenes efforts appeared to have saved Nato from the embarrassment of failing to find a new Secretary-General to take over just as the alliance turns 60. "
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Michael Evans and David Charter in Strasbourg
Frantic behind-the-scenes efforts appeared to have saved Nato from the embarrassment of failing to find a new Secretary-General to take over just as the alliance turns 60. "
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Turkish Cypriots spent EUR 3.8 mln in the south in Q1
"Turkish Cypriots spent EUR 3.8 mln in the south in Q1
Greek Cypriots spent EUR 1.6 mln in the north
April 04, 2009
Turkish Cypriots spent EUR 3.8 mln using credit and debit cards in the southern part of Cyprus during the first three months of the year, according to data from the credit card company JCC. In March alone, they spent EUR 1.2 mln."
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Greek Cypriots spent EUR 1.6 mln in the north
April 04, 2009
Turkish Cypriots spent EUR 3.8 mln using credit and debit cards in the southern part of Cyprus during the first three months of the year, according to data from the credit card company JCC. In March alone, they spent EUR 1.2 mln."
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Turkey to Double Amount of River Water Released to Iraq from the Tigris and Euphrates | Renewable Energy News Syndicator
"Turkey to Double Amount of River Water Released to Iraq from the Tigris and Euphrates
With a history of geopolitical tensions, last week’s announcement by President Gul that Turkey would double the amount of water released to Iraq from the Tigris and Euphrates rivers, was cautiously received in Iraq on the first visit by a Turkish head of state in over 30 years."
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With a history of geopolitical tensions, last week’s announcement by President Gul that Turkey would double the amount of water released to Iraq from the Tigris and Euphrates rivers, was cautiously received in Iraq on the first visit by a Turkish head of state in over 30 years."
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AFP: Turkey hopes for IMF loan deal as soon as possible
"Turkey hopes for IMF loan deal as soon as possible
3 hours ago
ISTANBUL (AFP) — Turkey will soon resume negotiations with the International Monetary Fund, aiming to finalise a long-delayed loan deal in the shortest possible time, Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan said Friday.
'We want to reach a conclusion as soon as possible,' Erdogan told reporters, adding that an IMF delegation would come to Turkey later this month."
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3 hours ago
ISTANBUL (AFP) — Turkey will soon resume negotiations with the International Monetary Fund, aiming to finalise a long-delayed loan deal in the shortest possible time, Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan said Friday.
'We want to reach a conclusion as soon as possible,' Erdogan told reporters, adding that an IMF delegation would come to Turkey later this month."
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Secular Turkey puts faith in Obama
"Secular Turkey puts faith in Obama
Hamida Ghafour
ISTANBUL // When Barack Obama arrives in Turkey tomorrow, Turkish citizens will be keen to emphasise their identity as secular Muslims within Europe and there is no better showcase for that than the Hagia Sophia Museum."
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Hamida Ghafour
ISTANBUL // When Barack Obama arrives in Turkey tomorrow, Turkish citizens will be keen to emphasise their identity as secular Muslims within Europe and there is no better showcase for that than the Hagia Sophia Museum."
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Prime Minister objects to ’moderate Islam’ label
"Prime Minister objects to ’moderate Islam’ label
ANKARA - Prime Minister Recep Tayyip ErdoÄŸan rejected attempts to call Turkey the representative of moderate Islam. 'It is unacceptable for us to agree with such a definition. Turkey has never been a country to represent such a concept. Moreover, Islam cannot be classified as moderate or not,' ErdoÄŸan said, speaking at Oxford Centre for Islamic Studies late Thursday."
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ANKARA - Prime Minister Recep Tayyip ErdoÄŸan rejected attempts to call Turkey the representative of moderate Islam. 'It is unacceptable for us to agree with such a definition. Turkey has never been a country to represent such a concept. Moreover, Islam cannot be classified as moderate or not,' ErdoÄŸan said, speaking at Oxford Centre for Islamic Studies late Thursday."
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Obama hopes to bring Turkey westward - Middle East Times
"Obama hopes to bring Turkey westward
WASHINGTON, April 3 (UPI) -- U.S. President Barack Obama should court Turkey on issues ranging from energy to regional cooperation to bring Ankara closer to the west, an analysis says."
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WASHINGTON, April 3 (UPI) -- U.S. President Barack Obama should court Turkey on issues ranging from energy to regional cooperation to bring Ankara closer to the west, an analysis says."
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Siemens’ crisis response: A new ’green’ factory
"Siemens’ crisis response: A new ’green’ factory
ISTANBUL - Siemens Chief Executive Officer Peter Löscher opened the company’s new factory in Gebze, southeast of Istanbul, on Thursday with the words, 'This is our answer to the crisis.'
'We have done it in Turkey because you have earned it,' Löscher said, underscoring the country’s importance as a regional hub for Siemens, a global electronics and electrical engineering company."
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ISTANBUL - Siemens Chief Executive Officer Peter Löscher opened the company’s new factory in Gebze, southeast of Istanbul, on Thursday with the words, 'This is our answer to the crisis.'
'We have done it in Turkey because you have earned it,' Löscher said, underscoring the country’s importance as a regional hub for Siemens, a global electronics and electrical engineering company."
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Intrigue grows in party chief crash
"Intrigue grows in party chief crash
ISTANBUL - Great Union Party members believe that the suspicious helicopter crash that killed six people, including Muhsin YazıcıoÄŸlu, the party’s leader, should be investigated with an eye on assassination or sabotage. YazıcıoÄŸlu’s plans to meet with liberal intellectuals increase the intrigue"
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ISTANBUL - Great Union Party members believe that the suspicious helicopter crash that killed six people, including Muhsin YazıcıoÄŸlu, the party’s leader, should be investigated with an eye on assassination or sabotage. YazıcıoÄŸlu’s plans to meet with liberal intellectuals increase the intrigue"
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’Woman’s touch needed in politics’
"’Woman’s touch needed in politics’
AYDIN - As one of two female mayors elected in city centers all around the country Özlem Çerçioğlu says if there had been more female mayors, the cities would be much tidier, cleaner, planned and harmonic under their hands. Former deputy, current mayor of Aydın, Çerçioğlu is elected from CHP"
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AYDIN - As one of two female mayors elected in city centers all around the country Özlem Çerçioğlu says if there had been more female mayors, the cities would be much tidier, cleaner, planned and harmonic under their hands. Former deputy, current mayor of Aydın, Çerçioğlu is elected from CHP"
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For just plain folks, Obama visit promises hell
"For just plain folks, Obama visit promises hell
ANKARA - As U.S. President Barack Obama’s visit to Turkey nears, many in Ankara and Istanbul are trying to reschedule their lives around his itinerary.
For just plain folks, Obama visit promises hell Obama’s plane will land at Ankara’s EsenboÄŸa Airport on Sunday night. On Monday morning, he will visit the mausoleum of the republic’s founder, Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, and sign the guest book there, according to the program released by the Prime Ministry press office."
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ANKARA - As U.S. President Barack Obama’s visit to Turkey nears, many in Ankara and Istanbul are trying to reschedule their lives around his itinerary.
For just plain folks, Obama visit promises hell Obama’s plane will land at Ankara’s EsenboÄŸa Airport on Sunday night. On Monday morning, he will visit the mausoleum of the republic’s founder, Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, and sign the guest book there, according to the program released by the Prime Ministry press office."
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Turkish Cyprus leader heads to France
"Turkish Cyprus leader heads to France
NICOSIA - Turkish Cyprus President Mehmet Ali Talat spoke to the press on the plane as he departed from Stockholm for a meeting with U.N. Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon in France yesterday, officials reported."
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NICOSIA - Turkish Cyprus President Mehmet Ali Talat spoke to the press on the plane as he departed from Stockholm for a meeting with U.N. Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon in France yesterday, officials reported."
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Liquidation of PKK from Iraq, the US and Talabani
"Liquidation of PKK from Iraq, the US and Talabani
Saturday, 4 April 2009
Iraq’s Kurdish President Jalal Talabani says “I did not call on the PKK to lay down its arms”. He also argues that he did not call the PKK to leave Iraq. “I just delivered Turkey’s demands, those ideas were not mine” he adds.
So to speak…"
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Saturday, 4 April 2009
Iraq’s Kurdish President Jalal Talabani says “I did not call on the PKK to lay down its arms”. He also argues that he did not call the PKK to leave Iraq. “I just delivered Turkey’s demands, those ideas were not mine” he adds.
So to speak…"
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Turkish Melancholy and Submission to Fate
"Nuri Bilge Ceylan's 'Three Monkeys'
Turkish Melancholy and Submission to Fate
Nuri Bilge Ceylan's new film once again probes the motif of hopelessness and thereby touches upon an age-old Turkish theme. Amin Farzanefar on the Cannes prize-winning melodrama 'Three Monkeys'"
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Turkish Melancholy and Submission to Fate
Nuri Bilge Ceylan's new film once again probes the motif of hopelessness and thereby touches upon an age-old Turkish theme. Amin Farzanefar on the Cannes prize-winning melodrama 'Three Monkeys'"
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Turkey: The Med at half the price - Telegraph
"Turkey: The Mediterranean at half the price
Cassandra Jardine combines beach life and culture on a family trip to Turkey.
Turkey is supposedly the new Greece. It offers similar food, sunshine and beaches but at half the price. Last summer, the high euro meant that Turkey lay at the top of many a holiday wish list, but that wasn’t why I took my family there. We went because my niece was marrying a Turk. "
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Cassandra Jardine combines beach life and culture on a family trip to Turkey.
Turkey is supposedly the new Greece. It offers similar food, sunshine and beaches but at half the price. Last summer, the high euro meant that Turkey lay at the top of many a holiday wish list, but that wasn’t why I took my family there. We went because my niece was marrying a Turk. "
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Turkey, Armenia agree to open formal talks on three disputed issues
"Turkey, Armenia agree to open formal talks on three disputed issues
ISTANBUL - Turkey and Armenia have agreed to open formal talks on a number of issues, including opening their joint border, in a step towards the normalization of relations, the Wall Street Journal, or WSJ, reported Thursday."
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ISTANBUL - Turkey and Armenia have agreed to open formal talks on a number of issues, including opening their joint border, in a step towards the normalization of relations, the Wall Street Journal, or WSJ, reported Thursday."
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New Greek press centre in Istanbul
"New Greek press centre in Istanbul
ISTANBUL (ANA-MPA) -- Deputy Interior Minister Costas Gioulekas on Friday inaugurated a New Greek foreign ministry press and media centre.
Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew was also on hand for the event."
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ISTANBUL (ANA-MPA) -- Deputy Interior Minister Costas Gioulekas on Friday inaugurated a New Greek foreign ministry press and media centre.
Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew was also on hand for the event."
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Erdogan Auditions as Obama Broker With Mideast Ties (Update2) - Bloomberg.com
"Erdogan Auditions as Obama Broker With Mideast Ties (Update2)
By Ben Holland
April 3 (Bloomberg) -- Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan says his Middle East ties make him useful to President Barack Obama in his quest to connect with the region. Erdogan’s quarrels with the West may be his best asset."
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By Ben Holland
April 3 (Bloomberg) -- Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan says his Middle East ties make him useful to President Barack Obama in his quest to connect with the region. Erdogan’s quarrels with the West may be his best asset."
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Turkey Voices Opposition to Danish PM's Candidacy for NATO Chief
"Turkey Voices Opposition to Danish PM's Candidacy for NATO Chief
By VOA News
03 April 2009
Turkish PM Recep Tayyip (file photo)
Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan has reaffirmed his opposition to the nomination of Danish Prime Minister Anders Fogh Rasmussen as NATO's new secretary-general."
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By VOA News
03 April 2009
Turkish PM Recep Tayyip (file photo)
Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan has reaffirmed his opposition to the nomination of Danish Prime Minister Anders Fogh Rasmussen as NATO's new secretary-general."
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Turkey's Kurdish party to ask Obama to help end PKK war | Reuters
"Turkey's Kurdish party to ask Obama to help end PKK war
Fri Apr 3, 2009 10:06am EDT
By Ayla Jean Yackley
ISTANBUL, April 3 (Reuters) - Turkey's only legal Kurdish party will call on U.S. President Barack Obama during a rare meeting next week to help end a 25-year separatist conflict, signalling the expanded role Kurds play in Turkish politics."
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Fri Apr 3, 2009 10:06am EDT
By Ayla Jean Yackley
ISTANBUL, April 3 (Reuters) - Turkey's only legal Kurdish party will call on U.S. President Barack Obama during a rare meeting next week to help end a 25-year separatist conflict, signalling the expanded role Kurds play in Turkish politics."
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TURKISH CYPRIOT PRESIDENT AND UN HEAD MEET IN PARIS - Turk.Net
"TURKISH CYPRIOT PRESIDENT AND UN HEAD MEET IN PARIS
PARIS (A.A) - 03.04.2009 - President Mehmet Ali Talat of Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC) met with Secretary-General of the United Nations (UN) Ban Ki-moon in the French capital of Paris on Friday."
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PARIS (A.A) - 03.04.2009 - President Mehmet Ali Talat of Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC) met with Secretary-General of the United Nations (UN) Ban Ki-moon in the French capital of Paris on Friday."
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Talking Turkey
"Talking Turkey
SOURCE: AP/Alexander Zemlianichenko
President Barack Obama should use his upcoming visit to Turkey to push forward on several issues involving Turkey and the region.
By Spencer P. Boyer, Brian Katulis | April 3, 2009
President Barack Obama’s trip to Europe this week has been a crucial step in resetting U.S. foreign policy and reviving America’s image and power around the world. But the last leg of his trip to Turkey offers an important chance for the new U.S. administration to restore the neglected U.S.-Turkish alliance, the title of a report we released in December."
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SOURCE: AP/Alexander Zemlianichenko
President Barack Obama should use his upcoming visit to Turkey to push forward on several issues involving Turkey and the region.
By Spencer P. Boyer, Brian Katulis | April 3, 2009
President Barack Obama’s trip to Europe this week has been a crucial step in resetting U.S. foreign policy and reviving America’s image and power around the world. But the last leg of his trip to Turkey offers an important chance for the new U.S. administration to restore the neglected U.S.-Turkish alliance, the title of a report we released in December."
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Democratic Reforms Imminent in the Wake of Turkey's Local Elections - The Jamestown Foundation
"Democratic Reforms Imminent in the Wake of Turkey's Local Elections
Publication: Eurasia Daily Monitor Volume: 6 Issue: 64
April 3, 2009 11:52 AM Age: 2 hrs
Category: Eurasia Daily Monitor, Turkey, Domestic/Social, Home Page
By: Lale Sariibrahimoglu
The local elections in Turkey on March 29, widely regarded as a referendum for the ruling Justice and Democratic Party (AKP) as well as for its Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan, raised questions over whether democratic reforms will now be initiated. Oli Rhen, the EU Commissioner responsible for enlargement, said that he hoped the election results -showing a sharp decline in the popularity of the AKP- would not weaken the governing party's earlier pledges to carry out democratic reforms (Sabah daily, April 1)."
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Publication: Eurasia Daily Monitor Volume: 6 Issue: 64
April 3, 2009 11:52 AM Age: 2 hrs
Category: Eurasia Daily Monitor, Turkey, Domestic/Social, Home Page
By: Lale Sariibrahimoglu
The local elections in Turkey on March 29, widely regarded as a referendum for the ruling Justice and Democratic Party (AKP) as well as for its Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan, raised questions over whether democratic reforms will now be initiated. Oli Rhen, the EU Commissioner responsible for enlargement, said that he hoped the election results -showing a sharp decline in the popularity of the AKP- would not weaken the governing party's earlier pledges to carry out democratic reforms (Sabah daily, April 1)."
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Europe's Turkey Problem
"Europe's Turkey Problem
Now that Turkey's local elections are out of the way, the ruling Justice and Development Party (AKP) is free to focus on economic and political reforms. Progress is needed, and quickly — not only to get the country through these turbulent economic times but also to avert the risk of a breakdown in E.U.-Turkey relations before the end of the year. The irony is that the relationship is most at risk at a time when the E.U. and Turkey need each other more than ever. "
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Now that Turkey's local elections are out of the way, the ruling Justice and Development Party (AKP) is free to focus on economic and political reforms. Progress is needed, and quickly — not only to get the country through these turbulent economic times but also to avert the risk of a breakdown in E.U.-Turkey relations before the end of the year. The irony is that the relationship is most at risk at a time when the E.U. and Turkey need each other more than ever. "
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Turkey, Armenia ties improve
"Turkey, Armenia ties improve
By CHRISTOPHER TORCHIA – 27 minutes ago
ISTANBUL (AP) — Ahead of a visit by U.S. President Barack Obama, Turkey's leader said Friday that his country has taken steps toward improving relations with Armenia but gave no ground on the contentious issue of Ottoman-era genocide."
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By CHRISTOPHER TORCHIA – 27 minutes ago
ISTANBUL (AP) — Ahead of a visit by U.S. President Barack Obama, Turkey's leader said Friday that his country has taken steps toward improving relations with Armenia but gave no ground on the contentious issue of Ottoman-era genocide."
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Hurriyet: Ankara mayor to be probed on five charges
"Hurriyet: Ankara mayor to be probed on five charges
3 April 2009 | 10:39 | FOCUS News Agency
Ankara. Turkey’s Council of State has permitted a preliminary investigation in Ankara Mayor Melih Gökcek on five charges, Turkish Hurriyet daily writes."
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3 April 2009 | 10:39 | FOCUS News Agency
Ankara. Turkey’s Council of State has permitted a preliminary investigation in Ankara Mayor Melih Gökcek on five charges, Turkish Hurriyet daily writes."
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Turkey's Enerjisa to build 30 MW wind-power plant | Markets | Reuters
"Turkey's Enerjisa to build 30 MW wind-power plant
ISTANBUL, April 3 (Reuters) - Enerjisa, a Turkish energy company owned by Sabanci Holding (SAHOL.IS) and Austria's Verbund (VERB.VI), said on Friday it plans to build a wind power station in a venture with Siemens AG (SIEGn.DE)."
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ISTANBUL, April 3 (Reuters) - Enerjisa, a Turkish energy company owned by Sabanci Holding (SAHOL.IS) and Austria's Verbund (VERB.VI), said on Friday it plans to build a wind power station in a venture with Siemens AG (SIEGn.DE)."
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Turkey's Justice and Development Party and EU Reform - Middle East Times
"Turkey's Justice and Development Party and EU Reform
By UMUT REFIK
Published: April 03, 2009
ISTANBUL, Turkey -- Now that the Turkish municipal elections are over, many are hoping that the government of Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan will swiftly take up the EU reform agenda. Turkey did little in this area since 2006 and, after seven years under the Justice and Development Party (JDP), it seems farther away from the European Union than it had been in 2002."
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By UMUT REFIK
Published: April 03, 2009
ISTANBUL, Turkey -- Now that the Turkish municipal elections are over, many are hoping that the government of Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan will swiftly take up the EU reform agenda. Turkey did little in this area since 2006 and, after seven years under the Justice and Development Party (JDP), it seems farther away from the European Union than it had been in 2002."
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Diplomats foresee Turkey, Armenia pact
"Diplomats foresee Turkey, Armenia pact
Nicholas Birch, THE WASHINGTON TIMES
Friday, April 3, 2009
ISTANBUL | Turkey and Armenia could be on the brink of a historic reconciliation that will include a joint investigation of the killing of hundreds of thousands of Armenians by Ottoman Turks in 1915, Turkish diplomats and specialists say. "
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Nicholas Birch, THE WASHINGTON TIMES
Friday, April 3, 2009
ISTANBUL | Turkey and Armenia could be on the brink of a historic reconciliation that will include a joint investigation of the killing of hundreds of thousands of Armenians by Ottoman Turks in 1915, Turkish diplomats and specialists say. "
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Kurds close in on deal to use oil export pipeline
"Kurds close in on deal to use oil export pipeline
April 2, 2009 5:02pm
by William MacNamara
Jean-Claude Gandur of Addax Petroleum, one of the Iraq-invested oil E&Ps closest to reaching commercial viability in the Kurdish region of Iraq, said last week that Baghdad and Erbil were closer than ever to reaching an agreement that would allow Kurdish oil to start reaching international markets through a pipeline running from Iraq to Turkey."
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April 2, 2009 5:02pm
by William MacNamara
Jean-Claude Gandur of Addax Petroleum, one of the Iraq-invested oil E&Ps closest to reaching commercial viability in the Kurdish region of Iraq, said last week that Baghdad and Erbil were closer than ever to reaching an agreement that would allow Kurdish oil to start reaching international markets through a pipeline running from Iraq to Turkey."
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Thursday, April 02, 2009
Analysis: Russian-Turkish energy ties to deepen with proposed Blue Stream 2 project - UPI.com
"Analysis: Russian-Turkish energy ties to deepen with proposed Blue Stream 2 project
WASHINGTON, April 2 (UPI) -- The reverberations of January's natural gas dispute between Russia and Ukraine continue to resound throughout European energy markets. Europe, alarmed by the vulnerability of its supplies, is sounding out new possibilities for transmission of natural gas, including the proposed Nabucco pipeline. Russia, in its turn, is seeking bypass routes around its increasingly nationalist southern neighbor."
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WASHINGTON, April 2 (UPI) -- The reverberations of January's natural gas dispute between Russia and Ukraine continue to resound throughout European energy markets. Europe, alarmed by the vulnerability of its supplies, is sounding out new possibilities for transmission of natural gas, including the proposed Nabucco pipeline. Russia, in its turn, is seeking bypass routes around its increasingly nationalist southern neighbor."
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And suddenly Kurdishness becomes cool
"And suddenly Kurdishness becomes cool
ISTANBUL -When Turkey’s pop superstar Ajda Pekkan sang the Kurdish song 'Keçe Kurdan' (Kurdish girl) during a benefit concert, it inspired headlines as Pekkan’s gesture received great media attention and was regarded as a symbol of fraternity."
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ISTANBUL -When Turkey’s pop superstar Ajda Pekkan sang the Kurdish song 'Keçe Kurdan' (Kurdish girl) during a benefit concert, it inspired headlines as Pekkan’s gesture received great media attention and was regarded as a symbol of fraternity."
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International security fair opens in Ankara
"International security fair opens in Ankara
ANKARA -An international security fair opened at the Altınpark Expo Center yesterday. The Turkish capital is hosting the International Security, Fire, Emergency, Search and Rescue, and Telecommunications Fair, ISAF, for the 12th time."
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ANKARA -An international security fair opened at the Altınpark Expo Center yesterday. The Turkish capital is hosting the International Security, Fire, Emergency, Search and Rescue, and Telecommunications Fair, ISAF, for the 12th time."
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Transitions Online: Turkey’s Stability Plan
"Turkey’s Stability Plan
BBC Monitoring
2 April 2009
From an Azeri perspective, Turkey’s latest Caucasus stability plan may have more staying power than previous schemes."
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BBC Monitoring
2 April 2009
From an Azeri perspective, Turkey’s latest Caucasus stability plan may have more staying power than previous schemes."
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No ’one minute’ to Çalık for Israel project
"No ’one minute’ to Çalık for Israel project
ANKARA - A senior Turkish energy official will meet with Israeli and Indian counterparts in April to discuss a joint natural gas and oil pipeline project, a move that comes only two months after the 'Davos incident' between the Turkish and Israeli leaders."
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ANKARA - A senior Turkish energy official will meet with Israeli and Indian counterparts in April to discuss a joint natural gas and oil pipeline project, a move that comes only two months after the 'Davos incident' between the Turkish and Israeli leaders."
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Ahu Ozyurt: How Obama Will Inspire the People of Turkey
"How Obama Will Inspire the People of Turkey
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President Obama had surprised all US-skeptics in Turkey by pulling a "pre-emptive charm strike" when Secretary Clinton announced last month that she will be visiting Turkey as the final leg of his first trip to Europe."
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President Obama had surprised all US-skeptics in Turkey by pulling a "pre-emptive charm strike" when Secretary Clinton announced last month that she will be visiting Turkey as the final leg of his first trip to Europe."
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Inspired by the “Turkish Schindler” – Young Turks and Jews in G
"Inspired by the “Turkish Schindler” – Turks and Jews in Germany find common grounds for co-operation
Selahattin Ülkümen, who died on 7 June 2003 in Istanbul aged 89, was the Turkish Consul General on the island of Rhodes, where he saved 42 Jewish families from being sent to a Nazi death camp during the Second World War."
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Selahattin Ülkümen, who died on 7 June 2003 in Istanbul aged 89, was the Turkish Consul General on the island of Rhodes, where he saved 42 Jewish families from being sent to a Nazi death camp during the Second World War."
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Obama in Turkey: Enticing Ankara Westward
"Obama in Turkey: Enticing Ankara Westward
By Soner Cagaptay
April 2, 2009
On April 6 and 7, after attending the NATO and European Union summits, President Obama will visit Ankara and Istanbul as part of his European tour. The visit seeks to build on Secretary of State Hillary Clinton's March 7 trip to Ankara, where she underscored Washington's commitment to a European and Western Turkey. The president's sojourn is an important step in rebuilding troubled U.S.-Turkish relations, which have cooled in the past several years as Ankara has turned away from the West. Bringing Turkey back into the Western fold will require an ongoing concerted effort by the Obama administration and, given Turkey's importance to the United States, should be a priority for Washington."
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By Soner Cagaptay
April 2, 2009
On April 6 and 7, after attending the NATO and European Union summits, President Obama will visit Ankara and Istanbul as part of his European tour. The visit seeks to build on Secretary of State Hillary Clinton's March 7 trip to Ankara, where she underscored Washington's commitment to a European and Western Turkey. The president's sojourn is an important step in rebuilding troubled U.S.-Turkish relations, which have cooled in the past several years as Ankara has turned away from the West. Bringing Turkey back into the Western fold will require an ongoing concerted effort by the Obama administration and, given Turkey's importance to the United States, should be a priority for Washington."
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Norway’s Statoil May Bypass Turkey, Imperiling Nabucco Pipeline - Bloomberg.com
"Norway’s Statoil May Bypass Turkey, Imperiling Nabucco Pipeline
By Ben Farey
April 2 (Bloomberg) -- StatoilHydro ASA, Norway’s biggest oil and gas producer, is considering cutting Turkey out of plans to ship natural gas from Azerbaijan to Europe."
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By Ben Farey
April 2 (Bloomberg) -- StatoilHydro ASA, Norway’s biggest oil and gas producer, is considering cutting Turkey out of plans to ship natural gas from Azerbaijan to Europe."
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Turkey credit rating should be revised up-c.bank/TV - Forbes.com
"Turkey credit rating should be revised up-c.bank/TV
04.02.09, 05:01 AM EDT
ANKARA, April 2 (Reuters) - Central Bank Governor Durmus Yilmaz said on Thursday Turkey's credit rating should be revised upwards and that volatility in Turkish shares and the lira was limited compared to its peers."
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04.02.09, 05:01 AM EDT
ANKARA, April 2 (Reuters) - Central Bank Governor Durmus Yilmaz said on Thursday Turkey's credit rating should be revised upwards and that volatility in Turkish shares and the lira was limited compared to its peers."
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Turkey's state radio begins broadcasting in Armenian, Kurdish
"Turkey's state radio begins broadcasting in Armenian, Kurdish
ISTANBUL - Turkey's state run Television and Radio Corporation, or TRT, has launched Armenian and Kurdish channels in the latest in a series of planned foreign language broadcasting mediums being launched by the state."
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ISTANBUL - Turkey's state run Television and Radio Corporation, or TRT, has launched Armenian and Kurdish channels in the latest in a series of planned foreign language broadcasting mediums being launched by the state."
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Power cuts on election night in Turkish capital caused by sabotage
"Power cuts on election night in Turkish capital caused by sabotage
ISTANBUL - Power cuts in some districts of the Turkish capital of Ankara during vote counting in Sunday's local elections were caused by sabotage, the initial findings showed, according to reports on Thursday."
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ISTANBUL - Power cuts in some districts of the Turkish capital of Ankara during vote counting in Sunday's local elections were caused by sabotage, the initial findings showed, according to reports on Thursday."
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Turkish authorities probe corruption claims over Ankara mayor
"Turkish authorities probe corruption claims over Ankara mayor
ISTANBUL - A Turkish Public Prosecutor's Office has launched an investigation into the mayor of the capital, Ankara, over five claims, including the sale of excessively priced natural gas meters to residents by the municipality, news agencies reported Thursday."
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ISTANBUL - A Turkish Public Prosecutor's Office has launched an investigation into the mayor of the capital, Ankara, over five claims, including the sale of excessively priced natural gas meters to residents by the municipality, news agencies reported Thursday."
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Obama wise to court Turkey as partner
"Obama wise to court Turkey as partner
Haroon Siddiqui
Following his much-anticipated debut at three summits – G20, NATO and EU – Barack Obama will fly on Sunday to Turkey, his first presidential visit to a Muslim nation.
Turkey, the seat of the last great Muslim empire (the Ottoman), is not an Islamic state. It is not the largest Muslim nation (that being Indonesia). Nor is it rich (those being oil-rich Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar, etc.) It has little oil."
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Haroon Siddiqui
Following his much-anticipated debut at three summits – G20, NATO and EU – Barack Obama will fly on Sunday to Turkey, his first presidential visit to a Muslim nation.
Turkey, the seat of the last great Muslim empire (the Ottoman), is not an Islamic state. It is not the largest Muslim nation (that being Indonesia). Nor is it rich (those being oil-rich Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar, etc.) It has little oil."
More:TheStar.com | Opinion | Obama wise to court Turkey as partner
Turkey May Sell Bonds as Market Conditions Improve (Update3) - Bloomberg.com
"Turkey May Sell Bonds as Market Conditions Improve
By Mark Bentley and Ali Berat Meric
April 2 (Bloomberg) -- Turkey’s Treasury may sell bonds in euros or dollars depending on the outcome of the Group of 20 summit in London today, a spokesman for the Treasury said."
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By Mark Bentley and Ali Berat Meric
April 2 (Bloomberg) -- Turkey’s Treasury may sell bonds in euros or dollars depending on the outcome of the Group of 20 summit in London today, a spokesman for the Treasury said."
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The Evolving Turkish Role in Mideast Peace Diplomacy - Council on Foreign Relations
"The Evolving Turkish Role in Mideast Peace Diplomacy
Author:
Steven A. Cook, Senior Fellow for Middle Eastern Studies
April 2, 2009
Steven A. CookAs President Obama arrives in Ankara, he will find a Turkish government eager to play an influential role in the Middle East. While Turkey has made important contributions to the region in recent years, its activism has been controversial in Washington. When Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan stormed out of a contentious panel on the Gaza crisis at the World Economic Forum in Davos in January, he injected additional controversy into Turkey's diplomatic foray in the Middle East."
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Author:
Steven A. Cook, Senior Fellow for Middle Eastern Studies
April 2, 2009
Steven A. CookAs President Obama arrives in Ankara, he will find a Turkish government eager to play an influential role in the Middle East. While Turkey has made important contributions to the region in recent years, its activism has been controversial in Washington. When Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan stormed out of a contentious panel on the Gaza crisis at the World Economic Forum in Davos in January, he injected additional controversy into Turkey's diplomatic foray in the Middle East."
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Turkey"s Caucasus Platform To Yield Results In Resolution Of Nagorno-karabakh Conflict: German Minister Of State
"Turkey's Caucasus Platform To Yield Results In Resolution Of Nagorno-karabakh Conflict: German Minister Of State
Azerbaijan, Baku, April 2 /Trend News/
Turkey's Platform for Cooperation and Security in the Caucasus will provide conditions in the Caucasus under which Azerbaijani and Armenian Presidents' efforts to resolve the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict will yield results, Minister of State at the Federal Foreign Office of Germany Gernot Erler told Trend News."
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Azerbaijan, Baku, April 2 /Trend News/
Turkey's Platform for Cooperation and Security in the Caucasus will provide conditions in the Caucasus under which Azerbaijani and Armenian Presidents' efforts to resolve the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict will yield results, Minister of State at the Federal Foreign Office of Germany Gernot Erler told Trend News."
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TURKISH CYPRIOT PRESIDENT TALAT LEAVES FOR SWEDEN TO MEET BILDT - Turk.Net
"TURKISH CYPRIOT PRESIDENT TALAT LEAVES FOR SWEDEN TO MEET BILDT
LEFKOSA (A.A) - 31.03.2009 - Turkish Cypriot President Mehmet Ali Talat left for Sweden Thursday to meet with Carl Bildt, foreign minister of this country.
Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC) Presidency officials told AA that Talat would proceed to Paris Friday where he will be meeting UN SG Ban Ki Moon and former French Premier Michel Rocard."
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LEFKOSA (A.A) - 31.03.2009 - Turkish Cypriot President Mehmet Ali Talat left for Sweden Thursday to meet with Carl Bildt, foreign minister of this country.
Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC) Presidency officials told AA that Talat would proceed to Paris Friday where he will be meeting UN SG Ban Ki Moon and former French Premier Michel Rocard."
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The Peninsula On-line: Qatar's leading English Daily
"Silatech in focus at UN Istanbul meeting
Web posted at: 4/2/2009 7:3:53
Source ::: THE PENINSULA/ By our United Nations Correspondent
UNITED NATIONS: Top-level delegates to a UN intercultural meet in Istanbul are due to hear the first comprehensive report on Silatech, a Qatar-funded project to create job opportunities for the Arab world’s mushrooming population of young adults."
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Web posted at: 4/2/2009 7:3:53
Source ::: THE PENINSULA/ By our United Nations Correspondent
UNITED NATIONS: Top-level delegates to a UN intercultural meet in Istanbul are due to hear the first comprehensive report on Silatech, a Qatar-funded project to create job opportunities for the Arab world’s mushrooming population of young adults."
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Wednesday, April 01, 2009
Turkish Cypriots to go to polls April 19
"Turkish Cypriots to go to polls April 19
NICOSIA – Northern Cyprus’s Supreme Board of Elections, or YSK, said yesterday that 161,373 voters would cast ballots in general polls scheduled for April 19."
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NICOSIA – Northern Cyprus’s Supreme Board of Elections, or YSK, said yesterday that 161,373 voters would cast ballots in general polls scheduled for April 19."
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Turkey and Armenia Near Historic Accord - WSJ.com
"Turkey and Armenia Near Historic Accord
By MARC CHAMPION
BRUSSELS -- Turkey and Armenia could soon announce a deal aimed at reopening their border and restoring relations, according to diplomats, a move that could help stabilize a region that's increasingly important as a transit route for oil and gas.
The timing of the deal is being choreographed with the schedule of U.S. President Barack Obama, who visits Turkey next week, these people say."
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By MARC CHAMPION
BRUSSELS -- Turkey and Armenia could soon announce a deal aimed at reopening their border and restoring relations, according to diplomats, a move that could help stabilize a region that's increasingly important as a transit route for oil and gas.
The timing of the deal is being choreographed with the schedule of U.S. President Barack Obama, who visits Turkey next week, these people say."
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Turkey Awaits Its Hero Obama
"Turkey Awaits Its Hero Obama
I have just returned from a eight day visit to Turkey last week and I can confirm that, for anyone who may still question it, Barack Obama, as is true in probably most countries around the world, is now considered in Turkey to be the virtual "president" of our planet. The latest polling data in that nation shows that, among its populace of some 70 million people, Obama is by far the most popular leader on the globe. But Obama's considerable sway will not necessarily translate into his persuading Turkish government to share all of his concerns when he arrives in the country in the next few days."
More:Stephen Schlesinger: Turkey Awaits Its Hero Obama
I have just returned from a eight day visit to Turkey last week and I can confirm that, for anyone who may still question it, Barack Obama, as is true in probably most countries around the world, is now considered in Turkey to be the virtual "president" of our planet. The latest polling data in that nation shows that, among its populace of some 70 million people, Obama is by far the most popular leader on the globe. But Obama's considerable sway will not necessarily translate into his persuading Turkish government to share all of his concerns when he arrives in the country in the next few days."
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Diplomatic challenges await Obama in Ankara - The National Newspaper
"Diplomatic challenges await Obama in Ankara
Thomas Seibert, Foreign Correspondent
ISTANBUL // As they prepare to host Barack Obama, the US president, Turkey’s leaders are looking forward to the attention their republic will receive as a country that serves as a bridge between East and West. But just underneath the surface, problems linger."
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Thomas Seibert, Foreign Correspondent
ISTANBUL // As they prepare to host Barack Obama, the US president, Turkey’s leaders are looking forward to the attention their republic will receive as a country that serves as a bridge between East and West. But just underneath the surface, problems linger."
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Riera gives record-breaking Spain injury-time win in Istanbul
"Riera gives record-breaking Spain injury-time win in Istanbul
Europe News
Istanbul, Turkey - European champions Spain pulled off a late 2-1 win away to Turkey on Wednesday, a result keeps intact their 31-game unbeaten run - and leaves them well set up to qualify for South Africa."
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Europe News
Istanbul, Turkey - European champions Spain pulled off a late 2-1 win away to Turkey on Wednesday, a result keeps intact their 31-game unbeaten run - and leaves them well set up to qualify for South Africa."
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AFP: US lawmakers urge Obama to back Turkey's EU bid
"US lawmakers urge Obama to back Turkey's EU bid
WASHINGTON (AFP) — US lawmakers urged President Barack Obama Wednesday to throw his weight behind Turkey's accession to the European Union and strongly support the NATO ally's reconciliation with Armenia."
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WASHINGTON (AFP) — US lawmakers urged President Barack Obama Wednesday to throw his weight behind Turkey's accession to the European Union and strongly support the NATO ally's reconciliation with Armenia."
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Izmir Demir of Turkey halts production for one week | Industries | Industrials, Materials & Utilities | Reuters
"Izmir Demir of Turkey halts production for one week
ISTANBUL, April 1 (Reuters) - Izmir Demir Celik (IZMDC.IS), a Turkish steel producer, said on Wednesday it was halting production for a week from Thursday."
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ISTANBUL, April 1 (Reuters) - Izmir Demir Celik (IZMDC.IS), a Turkish steel producer, said on Wednesday it was halting production for a week from Thursday."
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Turkey tightens security for Obama''s visit
"Turkey tightens security for Obama''s visit
ISTANBUL, April 1 (KUNA) -- Heightened security measures are being taken ahead of US President Barack Obama's scheduled visit to Ankara and Istanbul during on April 6-7."
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ISTANBUL, April 1 (KUNA) -- Heightened security measures are being taken ahead of US President Barack Obama's scheduled visit to Ankara and Istanbul during on April 6-7."
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Why Should Turkey Normalize Her Relations with Armenia?
"Why Should Turkey Normalize Her Relations with Armenia?
written by
Birsen Goksu
Armenian and Turkish press has been recently talking about the rapprochement and possibility of the normalization of relations between the two countries. In spite of fifteen-year severed diplomatic ties, closed border and tense relations, the winds of change have begun blowing between Ankara and Yerevan with the visit paid by Turkish President Abdullah Gul to Armenia, upon the invitation of Armenian President Serzh Sarkisian, on the occasion of a soccer match."
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written by
Birsen Goksu
Armenian and Turkish press has been recently talking about the rapprochement and possibility of the normalization of relations between the two countries. In spite of fifteen-year severed diplomatic ties, closed border and tense relations, the winds of change have begun blowing between Ankara and Yerevan with the visit paid by Turkish President Abdullah Gul to Armenia, upon the invitation of Armenian President Serzh Sarkisian, on the occasion of a soccer match."
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Turkish Cypriots in bid to grab EU Parliament seats | EU - European Information on Enlargement & Neighbours
"Turkish Cypriots in bid to grab EU Parliament seats
Published: Wednesday 1 April 2009
Cypriot officials have rejected demands from the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus to hand two seats in the next European Parliament to MEPs hailing from the breakaway northern part of the island, which has so far only been recognised by Ankara. EurActiv Turkey contributed to this article."
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Published: Wednesday 1 April 2009
Cypriot officials have rejected demands from the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus to hand two seats in the next European Parliament to MEPs hailing from the breakaway northern part of the island, which has so far only been recognised by Ankara. EurActiv Turkey contributed to this article."
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Turkey: AKP Pays the Price
"Turkey: AKP Pays the Price
Flag of Turkey
Having suffered a defeat in local elections, the ruling AKP will either move to curb its recent authoritarianism or further tighten its grip, Gareth Jenkins writes for ISN Security Watch."
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Flag of Turkey
Having suffered a defeat in local elections, the ruling AKP will either move to curb its recent authoritarianism or further tighten its grip, Gareth Jenkins writes for ISN Security Watch."
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7 Turkish companies approved to export to EU
"7 Turkish companies approved to export to EU 01 Apr 2009
Seven Turkish companies have been listed as approved to export processed poultry products to the EU as from March 29, 2009."
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Seven Turkish companies have been listed as approved to export processed poultry products to the EU as from March 29, 2009."
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Couple furious at Turkish baby
"Couple furious at Turkish baby
Wednesday 01 April 2009
A couple from Amsterdam are furious that their new baby Friso has been given Turkish nationality by city civil servants against their express wishes, the Telegraaf reports on Wednesday."
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Wednesday 01 April 2009
A couple from Amsterdam are furious that their new baby Friso has been given Turkish nationality by city civil servants against their express wishes, the Telegraaf reports on Wednesday."
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Date set for general elections in Turkish Cyprus
"Date set for general elections in Turkish Cyprus
Higher Board of Election of the Turkish Cyprus said 161,373 electors will vote for the general elections scheduled for April 14."
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Higher Board of Election of the Turkish Cyprus said 161,373 electors will vote for the general elections scheduled for April 14."
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Rehn says EU closely monitors tax fine on Turkey's Dogan Media Group
"Rehn says EU closely monitors tax fine on Turkey's Dogan Media Group
ISTANBUL - The European Union closely monitors the legal process in the tax fine imposed on Dogan Media Group, the country's biggest media company, the bloc's Enlargement Commissioner Olli Rehn said Tuesday."
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ISTANBUL - The European Union closely monitors the legal process in the tax fine imposed on Dogan Media Group, the country's biggest media company, the bloc's Enlargement Commissioner Olli Rehn said Tuesday."
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Turkey's Evolving Dynamics and Its Relations with the U.S.
"Turkey's Evolving Dynamics and Its Relations with the U.S.
Washington's Center for Strategic and International Studies has just issued a new report on the state and future of Turkish-American relations. The report, titled 'Turkey's Evolving Dynamics: Strategic Choices for U.S.-Turkey Relations,' covers the subject from a variety of angles and is worth reading, especially in light of Barack Obama's upcoming visit to Turkey."
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Washington's Center for Strategic and International Studies has just issued a new report on the state and future of Turkish-American relations. The report, titled 'Turkey's Evolving Dynamics: Strategic Choices for U.S.-Turkey Relations,' covers the subject from a variety of angles and is worth reading, especially in light of Barack Obama's upcoming visit to Turkey."
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Kurdish groups score big in Turkish vote - Middle East Times
"Kurdish groups score big in Turkish vote
Published: March 30, 2009
ANKARA, Turkey, March 30 (UPI) -- A political party associated with the outlawed Kurdistan Workers' Party won the municipal elections in southeast Turkey, sparking a potential political row."
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Published: March 30, 2009
ANKARA, Turkey, March 30 (UPI) -- A political party associated with the outlawed Kurdistan Workers' Party won the municipal elections in southeast Turkey, sparking a potential political row."
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