Erdogan: The EU can’t keep Turkey waiting forever

Addressing his party’s parliamentary group meeting, Erdogan pointed out that the end of this year would mark the most important stop so far on Turkey’s road to EU membership. “If the Union doesn’t make a positive decision on Ankara’s membership bid this December, then Turkey will have no problem directing its enormous potential in another direction,” said Erdogan. Yesterday, the premier also met with Belgian Crown Prince Philippe, who is currently paying a visit to Turkey. During their meeting, Turkey’s EU membership bid and international issues were taken up. In the evening, Erdogan hosted a banquet in the honor of the visiting prince and his entourage.