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Turkey’s bumpy road to EU membership: How a tense lunch highlighted strained relations

by Miles Cooper
August 30, 2024
in Ankara
How EU membership issues soured a relations-reset lunch with Turkey
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  • – What concerns does the EU ⁢have regarding Turkey’s political system under President Erdogan?
  • Understanding Turkey’s​ EU ​Membership Aspiration
  • Challenges Faced by Turkey in EU Accession
  • Recent Incident: Tense​ Lunch Highlights Strained ⁣Relations
  • What Does the Future Hold for ⁢Turkey’s EU Membership?
    • Thawing Turkey
  • Chart du jour:⁤ Telegram’s ‍tribulations

– What concerns does the EU ⁢have regarding Turkey’s political system under President Erdogan?

Title: Turkey’s Bumpy Road to EU Membership: How a Tense Lunch Highlighted Strained ‌Relations

Meta Title: ‌Turkey’s​ Bumpy Road⁢ to EU Membership: Understanding the Strained Relations

Meta Description: Learn about Turkey’s​ journey ‌towards EU membership ⁤and how recent events have highlighted the tensions between⁣ the two parties.

Turkey’s​ aspiration to become a member of ​the European⁤ Union (EU) has been a long and rocky road marked by numerous ‌challenges and setbacks. Despite starting the official ​accession process in ‌2005, progress has ⁢been slow, and⁢ the ​relationship between Turkey and the EU has ‍often been strained. A recent ⁤incident ⁤during a tense lunch between EU leaders and Turkish President Recep Tayyip ​Erdogan has once again ‍brought these tensions‍ to the forefront.

Understanding Turkey’s​ EU ​Membership Aspiration

Turkey first applied for EU membership in 1987, and it⁣ was officially recognized as a candidate country in⁢ 1999. ‌However, negotiations didn’t officially start until 2005 due ​to concerns over Turkey’s human rights ‍record, treatment of​ minority groups, and the ⁢Cyprus dispute. Since then, progress has been slow, with various issues hindering Turkey’s path to EU membership.

Challenges Faced by Turkey in EU Accession

  1. Human Rights Concerns: One of the main stumbling ‌blocks in Turkey’s EU ‍accession process has ​been its human rights record. The​ EU has raised concerns about issues such as freedom of speech, press‍ freedom, and the independence ⁢of the judiciary in Turkey.
  1. Cyprus Dispute: The longstanding Cyprus⁢ dispute, with Turkey and​ Cyprus both claiming sovereignty over the divided island, ‌has also been⁣ a major‌ obstacle in Turkey’s EU accession. The EU has⁣ called‌ on Turkey ⁤to normalize its relations with Cyprus before moving forward with the accession process.
  1. Economic Disparities: Economic and social disparities between Turkey and current EU ​member states have⁤ also posed challenges.‌ Meeting the ​EU’s economic criteria, including budgetary⁤ discipline, macroeconomic stability, and sustainable public finances, has been a significant challenge for Turkey.
  1. Political Differences: Turkey’s shift ⁣towards ⁣an increasingly conservative and authoritarian political system under President Erdogan has raised ⁣concerns⁤ in the EU⁤ about the country’s commitment to democratic values and the rule of law.

Recent Incident: Tense​ Lunch Highlights Strained ⁣Relations

A recent incident during a lunch between EU leaders‍ and Turkish President Erdogan at the⁢ NATO summit ‌in Brussels showcased the⁤ strained relations⁢ between Turkey and the EU. The lunch was meant to ⁣address issues ⁣related to ⁤migration,⁢ security,⁣ and Turkey’s role in the ⁤region, but ⁣tensions ⁤quickly escalated.

Erdogan reportedly berated European Commission⁤ President Ursula von der ⁣Leyen by seating her on a sofa while taking the‌ only available chair next‍ to European Council President Charles Michel.‌ The incident sparked outrage and criticism, with many viewing it as a‍ sign of disrespect towards‍ von der Leyen and highlighting the unequal treatment of women in Turkish society.

What Does the Future Hold for ⁢Turkey’s EU Membership?

Despite the challenges and tensions, both Turkey and the EU have expressed ​a willingness ​to ⁣continue the accession process. However, ⁣there are still numerous hurdles to ⁢overcome before Turkey can become a full member of ⁢the EU.

Benefits of Turkey’s EU Membership:

  1. Economic Growth: Access to the EU’s single market would provide significant economic ⁤benefits to Turkey, helping to boost trade and investment.
  1. Political Stability: ​EU​ membership could help⁣ Turkey strengthen its democratic institutions and uphold the rule of law, fostering political stability in the region.
  1. Global Influence: ⁣ Being a member of the EU would increase Turkey’s global influence‍ and improve its⁣ international standing.

Practical Tips ⁣for Turkey:

  1. Address Human ⁤Rights Concerns: ​ Turkey should take ‍concrete steps to improve ‍its human rights record, including ensuring freedom‍ of speech and press freedom.
  1. Resolve the Cyprus⁣ Dispute: Finding a peaceful resolution to ​the Cyprus dispute could ⁣pave the way for smoother‍ EU accession negotiations.
  1. Promote Economic Reforms: Implementing economic reforms and meeting the EU’s economic criteria will be crucial for Turkey’s ​accession.

Case Study: ​Croatia’s EU Accession

In 2013, Croatia became the newest member of the EU, showcasing that with determination‌ and commitment, countries can overcome the challenges in ⁢the accession‍ process.

First-Hand Experience:

Speaking to ‌Turkish citizens and officials involved in the EU⁣ accession process can provide⁤ valuable insights into the ⁤country’s aspirations, challenges, and future prospects.

Turkey’s journey towards ​EU membership has been a tumultuous one, marked by challenges, setbacks,⁣ and strained‍ relations. While the road ahead may be bumpy, both Turkey ⁣and the‌ EU remain ‍open to​ continuing the accession process. By addressing‌ key issues and working towards common goals, Turkey may eventually realize its ​dream of becoming a full member of the‍ European Union.

Welcome to our ​recap⁤ of the Europe Express newsletter. For those interested in receiving⁣ this⁣ newsletter daily and on ‍Saturdays, premium subscribers can ⁢subscribe here. If you’re a standard‌ subscriber, you can ⁢easily upgrade to ​premium or explore other FT newsletters.

At Kyiv ​last ⁤night, an announcement was made regarding the destruction of ‍a US-made ‌F-16 fighter jet and the tragic death of its pilot. This event dealt a significant‌ blow to Ukraine’s air force shortly after the arrival of donated western⁣ planes.

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy ​is‌ currently under fire for‍ weakening defenses while countering ⁤Russia’s invasion, potentially expediting Moscow’s capture of​ Pokrovsk.

Thawing Turkey

The recent meeting​ between EU⁣ foreign ministers and their Turkish counterpart⁢ had its ups and downs. An​ amicable lunch was overshadowed by disagreements about EU ⁤classification ⁣regarding Ankara’s stalled application⁤ for membership.

Turkey has been an official EU applicant for eight years with limited progress due to strained relations during 2019 tensions with Greece. Yesterday’s extended lunch⁣ included discussions about Cyprus political settlements and Syrian war refugee treatment with Hakan Fidan present⁢ – marking Turkey’s first attendance in five years at an EU foreign ministers’ meeting in Brussels.

Chart du jour:⁤ Telegram’s ‍tribulations

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