Trends in Turkish Civil Society ReportJul 10, 2017 Trends in Turkish Civil Society Despite tremendous government pressure, Turkey’s vibrant civil society has the potential to help the country confront deep political and social problems. Jul 10, 2017 The Center for American Progress, the Istanbul Policy Center, the Istituto Affari Internazionali
Trump’s Conflicts of Interest in Turkey ArticleJun 14, 2017 Trump’s Conflicts of Interest in Turkey Trump’s national security adviser may have pushed to delay a key military offensive against the Islamic State because it would upset Turkey, without revealing that he was on Turkey’s payroll throughout the campaign. Jun 14, 2017 John Norris, Carolyn Kenney
Trump’s First 100 Days in the Middle East ReportApr 26, 2017 Trump’s First 100 Days in the Middle East While President Trump has so far largely held off on his most reckless policy ideas, his first 100 days show both surprising continuity and troubling shifts that could undercut U.S. interests. Apr 26, 2017 Daniel Benaim
Erdoğan’s Proposal for an Empowered Presidency ReportMar 22, 2017 Erdoğan’s Proposal for an Empowered Presidency Turks will vote April 16 in a referendum on proposed constitutional amendments that would greatly enhance the power of the presidency and reinforce Turkey’s democratic decline. Mar 22, 2017 Alan Makovsky
Turkey After the July Coup Attempt ArticleSep 27, 2016 Turkey After the July Coup Attempt The July 15 coup attempt was deeply traumatic for Turkey, but that does not justify President Erdoğan’s many disturbing postcoup actions. Sep 27, 2016 Alan Makovsky
The Process Behind Turkey’s Proposed Extradition of Fethullah Gülen ReportSep 7, 2016 The Process Behind Turkey’s Proposed Extradition of Fethullah Gülen The most high-profile extradition request in recent history may shape Turkey’s relationship with the United States. Sep 7, 2016 Michael Werz, Max Hoffman
Turkey 2023: Four Profiles of Modern Turkey VideoJul 20, 2016 Turkey 2023: Four Profiles of Modern Turkey This minidocumentary explores the challenges and opportunities that Turkey faces ahead of the 100th anniversary of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk's founding of the modern republic. Jul 20, 2016 Andrew Satter, Michael Werz, Max Hoffman
Turkey’s Path to Prosperity in 2023 ReportJul 20, 2016 Turkey’s Path to Prosperity in 2023 Structural reform to education, the judiciary, and regulatory authorities can help Turkey unlock its potential and achieve its ambitious economic goals. Jul 20, 2016 The Center for American Progress, the Istanbul Policy Center, the Istituto Affari Internazionali
Turkey-Iran Relations ReportJul 11, 2016 Turkey-Iran Relations For Turkey and Iran to move away from their destructive regional confrontation and toward stability, they need to return to their previous policy of selective cooperation, compartmentalization, and mediation. Jul 11, 2016 Bülent Aras, Emirhan Yorulmazlar
Emerging Threats and New Trends in Turkish Foreign Policy ReportJun 29, 2016 Emerging Threats and New Trends in Turkish Foreign Policy Turkey is set to downsize its foreign policy ambitions and reduce its confrontational style in regional politics. Jun 29, 2016 Galip Dalay
Turkey’s Digital Divides ReportJun 27, 2016 Turkey’s Digital Divides Turkey’s political and social conditions hinder the internet’s ability to improve economic growth, government efficiency, and democratic participation. Jun 27, 2016 Max Hoffman
Is Erdoğan Holding Europe Hostage? ReportMay 24, 2016 Is Erdoğan Holding Europe Hostage? Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan wants to use Turkey’s migrant deal with the European Union to achieve his goals in Syria and force Europe to accept his authoritarian streak. May 24, 2016 Behlül Özkan