‘EU Views Turkey as a Scapegoat’

She observed that neither in France, nor in the other 10 member countries, were discussions held prior to other enlargements. Guigou added, "Unfortunately, Turkey is subjected to a negative reaction unlike previous enlargements."

The ruling party in France, the Union Movement Party (UMP), said that in order for the EU constitution to be approved in a referendum – a vote planned for 2005 — Turkey should be told "no." Guigou said that Turkey is the victim of a calendar conflict.

The French delegation will submit their report on Turkey to the Parliament today.