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OPINION AND RESEARCH PAPERS

Turkish-American Relations

Turkey is a key ally of the U.S. in its region. Recent developments reemphasize the strategic nature of the Turkish-American relations. Ongoing contentions in the Middle East and concerns about emergence of new conflicts in Turkey's region accentuate the security component in this strategic collaboration. Nevertheless, new efforts to diversify Turkish-American relations by strengthening the economic and trade component reveal fresh prospects to deepen mutual interests between the two countries. Following articles provide analyses of all these issues.

Turkish Domestic Issues

In recent years, Turkey has been undergoing crucial economic, political, and social changes. This section aims to bring together articles and research papers focusing on Turkey's transition, consequent challenges, and future prospects on the domestic front. From elections to reform efforts in the country, these analytical pieces offer a wide spectrum of major developments in the country. "Eye on Turkey" issues, authored by Soli Ozel, Advisor to the Chairman of TUSIAD, are a set of commentaries that examine recent events in the Turkish political landscape and suggest possible implications and outcomes.

Foreign Policy Issues

Turkey's foreign policy agenda covers issues with respect to Europe, Eurasia, and the Middle East. The country's European Union Membership process, in particular, has vast implications on its democratic transformation and the reconfiguration of its regional role. Turkey's European character, strong ties to the countries in Central Asia, and significant involvement in the Middle Eastern affairs combine a variety of topics worthy of pursuit. Articles in this section analyze foreign policy developments, such as the EU and Iraq, and offer policy recommendations.

Economy and Trade

Turkey has recently experienced the worst economic crises of its recent history. The country's economic difficulties have come to the attention of the international community particularly in conjunction with numerous IMF-backed economic programs. As Turkey strives to restructure its economy and realize long-term potential for strong economic performance, foreign trade reveals as an important component of the country's growth efforts. Articles in this section attempt to address these key issues.

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