A lot remains to be done when it comes to Turkish policies towards minorities.
But it's not clear yet whether Turkey sees this role as a supplement or alternative to EU membership.
But such an invitation and such a stand leads to irritations with the EU.
In the second half of 2006, the big Cyprus dispute will happen.
On both sides, doubts are growing about a successful integration of Turkey into the EU. The reform drive that we've gotten used to between 2002 and 2005 has been paralyzed.
Turkey's behavior during the conflict shows that Turkey no longer is a typical Islamic country. But that's exactly what makes it less credible as a mediator.
This website focuses on proverbs in the Swedish, Danish and Norwegian languages, and some parts including the links below have not been translated to English. They are mainly FAQs, various information and webpages for improving the collection.
This website focuses on proverbs in the Swedish, Danish and Norwegian languages, and some parts including the links below have not been translated to English. They are mainly FAQs, various information and webpages for improving the collection.