In this week’s “Numbers”, we dive into the economic toll of anti-LGBTQ laws and discrimination. Did you know that? We also have our finger on the pulse of the United Nations development agenda. While …
Roundup: Turkey’s vaccination campaign offers relief for economy
Turkey anti-COVID-19 vaccination drive has gained pace with life expected to return to normal soon providing relief for its ailin …
Armenia government extends ban on import of Turkey goods for another 6 months
At Thursday’s Cabinet meeting, the interim government made a decision extending for another 6 months the ban on the import of goods of Turkish origin to Armenia. In the explanation of this decision, …
Talks key on Afghanistan airport
Turkish and U.S. military officials met Thursday in Turkey’s capital to discuss plans for Turkish troops to continue securing Kabul’s airport after the withdrawal of the U.S. and other NATO troops …
Related Fitch Ratings Content: Fitch on Turkey – A Sovereign and Financial Institutions Overview
Developments in Turkey’s external finances and macroeconomic policies are key to the sovereign rating, Fitch Ratings say …
EU to give Turkey 3 billion euros to help Syrian refugees inside its borders
European Union leaders have given the go-ahead to plans to give Turkey another three billion euros (£2.6 billion) over the next few years to continue providing assistance to Syrian refugees on its …
EU summit decisions on Turkey ‘far from containing necessary steps’
Turkey ‘more than fulfilled’ its responsibilities but EU continues to delay positive agenda, says Turkish Foreign Ministry – Anadolu Agency …
EU greenlights major funding plan for refugees in Turkey
European Union leaders greenlighted plans on Friday to give Turkey another 3 billion euros ($3.6 billion) over the next several years to continue providing assistance to Syrian refugees on its …
France’s Macron says tensions with Turkey have eased
Tensions with Turkey have eased over the last few weeks but European countries will remain cautious, French President Emmanuel Macron said on Friday.
Turkey Gears Up for Risky Afghan Mission That No One Else Wants
As the U.S. prepares to exit Afghanistan’s sprawling Bagram base after 20 years of war, NATO partner Turkey is willing to take the lead securing another airstrip — Kabul’s Hamid Karzai International, …