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15 October 2024, Tuesday / Published in Economy, Politics

Finance Minister: Controversial credit card fee is to fund ‘Steel Dome’

Finance Minister Mehmet Şimşek stated that the additional fees to be collected through new proposal submitted to the parliament will be used for the construction of defence systems like Steel Dome, rather than reducing the budget deficit. The ruling Justice and Development Party (AKP) has introduced a controversial bill to the parliament that would require
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YetkinReport
14 October 2024, Monday / Published in Economy, Politics

AKP faces backlash over proposed “defence fee” on credit cards

Türkiye’s ruling Justice and Development Party (AKP) has introduced a controversial bill to the parliament that would require high-limit credit card holders to pay an annual fee to bolster the country’s defense industry fund. Under the draft legislation, credit card holders with limits of 100,000 Turkish lira ($2900) or more would be required to pay
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Mehmet Öğütçü
14 October 2024, Monday / Published in Politics

Power transition in Türkiye and the credibility of the opposition

The world and Türkiye are at a new turning point that could have dire consequences. This is one of those rare moments in history where we are teetering on the edge, both globally and locally. Prospect of a change in power brings hope for reform in Türkiye but it also brings risks. Many struggle to
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Murat Yetkin
11 October 2024, Friday / Published in Politics, The Middle East Political and Economic Affairs

Türkiye mulls new strategy on Kurdish issue

On the same day that the Chief Legal Advisor to the Turkish Presidency, Mehmet Uçum, said “the state does not repeat a process that fails to yield results,” journalist Amberin Zaman, known for her deep Kurdish and American sources, made an intriguing claim on the Al-Monitor news site. According to her report, which she claims
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Murat Yetkin
10 October 2024, Thursday / Published in Politics

Escape from Lebanon: The fire spreads in Middle East and Black Sea

Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan announced on the morning of October 10 that ships sent to evacuate Turkish citizens in Lebanon have departed for Mersin. The Turkish Armed Forces’ landing ships TCG Bayraktar and TCG Sancaktar, accompanied by the frigate TCG Salihresis, were sent to the port of Beirut two days ago with 300 tons of
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Mehmet Öğütçü
09 October 2024, Wednesday / Published in Economy, Politics

Türkiye’s energy strategy: Ambitious goals, but how realistic?

We are growing increasingly tired of repeating the same refrain. The world is indeed undergoing a profound transformation in its energy landscape. Countries across the globe are striving to reduce carbon emissions, driven by a shared desire to safeguard our planet and future generations. Global attention has shifted towards lessening dependence on fossil fuels—oil, natural
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Murat Yetkin
30 September 2024, Monday / Published in Politics

Türkiye’s BRICS Bid: Why is Erdoğan’s visit being kept under wraps?

I was at the National Day reception at the Chinese Embassy in Ankara when Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Öncü Keçeli made a statement “it is an internal U.S. matter” regarding the federal corruption charges against New York Mayor Eric Adams in which Türkiye is at the center. Unlike the Saudi Arabian reception, the entire Turkish military
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YetkinReport
28 September 2024, Saturday / Published in Politics

Türkiye responds to NYC Mayor Probe: “We don’t interfere in internal affairs”

The Turkish Foreign Ministry has issued a statement regarding the ongoing corruption investigation into New York City Mayor Eric Adams, which reportedly involves the Turkish House in New York and Turkish officials. Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Öncü Keçeli emphasized Türkiye’s commitment to “non-interference in other countries’ internal affairs.” “Our foreign representations carry out their duties in
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Murat Yetkin
26 September 2024, Thursday / Published in Economy, Politics

Turkish banking regulator’s wedding gifts trigger investigation

Turkish Banking Regulation and Supervision Agency (BDDK) Deputy Chairman Mustafa Aydın is under scrutiny for accepting substantial wedding gifts from bank executives whom he is responsible for regulating. Treasury and Finance Minister Mehmet Şimşek, upon returning from a trip to the United States, immediately ordered an investigation into the matter, stating that “necessary actions will
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Engin Soysal
23 September 2024, Monday / Published in Politics

Five flags of BRICS and stars of the European Union

When I read the statements and comments on the current debate around BRICS membership and our EU aspirations, I felt the need to take another look at the relevant websites. On one side I saw five flags – those of Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa. I also saw a drawing of a world
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