This opinion article was first published in Duvar English. The democratic form of government has a long-established tradition dating back to Ancient Greek times. Although its forms and practices have changed, democracy is seen as the most important form of government in today’s world. Democratic consolidation cannot be fully realized without the internalization and… » read more
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Central European University’s Doctoral School of Political Science, Public Policy, and International Relations will hold its 16th Annual Doctoral Conference this week. The conference provides a professional, stimulating, and international environment for PhD students and early career researchers in political science to discuss their works in progress, establish networks, and initiate collaborative research. In the… » read more
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, academia, CEU, conference, Secularism, Turkey |
March 15, 2021
This article was first published on Political Economy Journal The founder of Turkish Republic Mustafa Kemal Ataturk’s conduct of state affairs and foreign policy vision approach was first declared in his 1931 speech during his tours of Anatolia. Atatürk’s saying “Peace at Home, Peace in the World” is seen as a central principle of… » read more
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AKP, Current news, EurActiv.com, Foreign Policy, History , Donald Trump, Hood event, Mavi Marmara Case, Recep Tayyip Erdogan, SU-24 Fighter Jet Crisis with Russia, Turkey, Turkish foreign policy |
This article was first published on Global Village Space Turkey has been witnessing rising authoritarianism especially in the aftermath of the transition to a presidential regime. Without a sufficient checks and balances system, it is not surprising to see that this transition paves the way for further authoritarianism. The compromise and cooperation culture and… » read more
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February 21, 2021
This article was first published on Modern Diplomacy This is the last piece of my “Turkish politics” article series. In this piece, I will try to address the role of civil society in Turkish political life and democracy in a brief way. The role of civil society is very important in shaping the democratic institutions… » read more
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February 1, 2021
This article was first published on Modern Diplomacy “…Turkish Army is determined to defend the unitary secular state founded by Ataturk… Protection of fundamental characteristics of the republic cannot be considered as an intervention in domestic politics.” said, Isık Kosaner, ex-Chief of the General Staff Democracy as a regime type is the… » read more
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January 14, 2021
I have launched a Youtube channel on Ottoman-Turkish History through which I present literature review and academic comments on Ottoman-Turkish History. I aim to reach to young scholars studying Turkish politics in particular. One of my videos is on the following link: Ottoman Political and Societal Structure – YouTube My… » read more
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culture, Current news, History, Turkey, Uncategorized , modern turkey, ottoman turkish history, Turkey, Turkish politics, Youtube channel |
June 12, 2020
The foreign policy of Turkey has undergone substantial changes since its establishment due to internal and external factors. This research article is an attempt to analyze Turkish foreign policy from a historical perspective. While doing this, the political culture, decision-making processes in foreign policy issues and the structure of foreign policy determinants will also be… » read more
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Coronavirus is continuing to spread all over the world, with nearly three million confirmed cases in 185 countries. At least 200,000 people have died so far.[1] The COVID-19 virus was first detected in the city of Wuhan, China in late 2019. It spread almost all over the world in a very short period… » read more
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Current news, EurActiv.com, Global Europe , Coronavirus, italy, medical aid, pandemic, soft power, Turkey, UK, USA |
February 17, 2020
Last month, in the latest report published by RAND researchers, the key challenges confronting the U.S.-Turkish partnership over the coming years have been covered. The analysts recommend possible initiatives to sustain it during what is likely to be a turbulent era. The RAND report focuses on the political, social, and economic events that are changing… » read more
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