Not Married But Engaged

German daily Bild wrote ‘Welcome Turkey’ on the front of its Turkish section and a similar atmosphere can be seen in other European papers. We’ll see what this means for various sectors. However, a great many things will surely happen before we tie the knot. There will be debates, quarrels, and then peace. However, Turkey and Europe have started to understand each other. They both see that they can’t ignore the other. So, instead of walking towards the future separately, the advantages of walking together will be better understood. Meanwhile, Erdogan changed greatly following the recent adultery ban crisis. He made a final move in the name of ‘conservatism,’ but then saw that it was impossible to be an effective leader from such a narrow point of view. What sort of lessons might he have learned from the recent issue? Will he be able to make his place in history from these lessons? We’ll see. Actually last week I would have called it impossible, but now the situation has changed.

In addition, there are certain people in Europe who reflect the expectations of a different age. They continue to show that they’re seeking a sort of Roman Empire. However, as former French Prime Minister Michel Rocard said, it’s high time for Europe to wake up and smell reality. Now there could be a Europe of rules and principles. For this reason, if Turkey fulfills the conditions, there’s no reason for it not to be included in the Union.”