Is Turkey the worst country?

Turkey ranks as one of the world’s worst countries for rule of law, according to a new report. Turkey was ranked worst or second-worst in its region for five of the index’s eight categories ranging from open government to order and security. …

Why is Turkey a poor country?

Since 1980, Turkey has lost the characteristics of an agricultural country. Unemployment, seasonal work, and low wages have caused poverty to shift from rural to urban areas and inadequate industrialization caused poverty to intensify in urban areas. However, poverty is still very severe in rural areas.

What do Eastern European countries think about Turkey in the EU?

Security in Eastern Europe and relations with Russia dominate foreign policy among these EU member states. Regarding Turkey, the views range from disinterest to strong support. In Poland and the Czech Republic, for example, there is little public debate about Turkish accession to the 28-member bloc.

Will the EU suspend or end its talks with Turkey?

EU members are mulling either suspending or ending the talks – which were put on ice in November 2016 – in light of Turkish government policies under President Recep Tayyip Erdogan that have eroded the rule of law and human rights.

Is Turkey a good partner for the EU?

Neither Finland nor Sweden view membership for Turkey as unconditional. Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania are loathe to criticize President Erdogan: Turkey has been a strong security and defense partner to the three countries since their accession to NATO in 2004. They see Ankara as a good long-term partner for the EU.

Does Ireland support Turkish accession to the EU?

Ireland supports Turkish accession in theory, but has stressed that Turkey must show its commitment to EU values. These Mediterranean neighbors have remained committed to allows talks to move forward.