European Parliament 'slaps' Turkey: Further and further away from the EU, no progress in democracy

The European Parliament has overwhelmingly approved the annual report on Turkey, which notes that Ankara's distance from the principles, values ​​and strategic interests of the European Union is widening.

The report was voted in favor with 381 votes, while 107 votes against and 171 abstentions were recorded.

At the same time, concern is expressed about the preservation of the 'casus belli' against Greece, while criticism is also directed at the continued violation of the sovereignty and sovereign rights of EU member states, in particular Greece and Cyprus.

The text, drafted by Spanish socialist MEP Nacho Sánchez Amor, recalls that Turkey's accession talks with the EU have remained "frozen since 2018" due to problems in the area of ​​the rule of law.

The report notes that, due to the “lack of progress” and “backsliding democracy” in Turkey, “Turkey’s EU accession process cannot be resumed under the current circumstances.”

Particular reference is made to issues of human rights and the rule of law, with the European Parliament describing the situation as “appalling” and speaking of a continuing “democratic backsliding.” At the same time, it is noted that regulations and legislative measures are still in force which, according to the report, restrict the rule of law and fundamental rights.

For the first time, the EP report strongly criticizes the silence of other EU institutions and many EU member states on the erosion of the rule of law in Turkey, calling on them to be "more vocal" on the issue.

At the same time, the EP urges the Turkish government, EU institutions and member states to continue working, beyond the frozen accession process, towards a "closer, more dynamic and strategic partnership".

The report examines EU-Turkey relations beyond the accession process in areas of mutual interest, reiterating its call for the resumption of all relevant high-level dialogues to address common challenges, such as the modernisation of the customs union.

It also stresses the importance of Turkey fulfilling the remaining benchmarks for resuming the visa liberalization process.

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