Spain Lauds Turkey’s Democracy Steps

Manuel De La Camara arrived in Erzurum upon the invitation of the Foundation of Young Businessmen of Erzurum. He answered the questions of journalists while visiting with Municipality President Ahmet Kucukler.

De La Camara acknowledged that Spain supports Turkey’s membership to the European Union (EU). He also emphasized that the adjustment laws should be applied not only in Ankara, but also in the whole of Turkey

The ambassador took time to comment on the release of the four DEP deputies. "Turkey had a negative image in Europe because of the DEP case, but this situation was reversed with the release of the DEP deputies. Turkey plays a crucial role as a model in implementing human rights and the supremacy of law. I am hopeful that Turkey will join the EU. As an ambassador of a country that was greatly troubled by terror, I say that problems can be solved by democracy, not by force. The PKK-Kongra-Gel cease-fire must continue."