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FDD's Turkey program evaluates Turkey's strategic position at the crossroads of Europe and Asia and the implications of its foreign policy actions on regional stability. | FDD's Turkey program evaluates Turkey's strategic position at the crossroads of Europe and Asia and the implications of its foreign policy actions on regional stability based on the US government's perspective. | ||
===Defense and Security=== | ===Defense and Security=== |
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The Turkey program at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies (FDD) focuses on analyzing Turkey's domestic politics, foreign policy, and its significant role in regional and global security issues. The program addresses various aspects, including Turkey's relationships with NATO, the United States, and the European Union, as well as its growing ties with authoritarian regimes.
Key areas of focus for the Turkey program
Key areas of focus for the Turkey program at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies include:
Geopolitical Influence
FDD's Turkey program evaluates Turkey's strategic position at the crossroads of Europe and Asia and the implications of its foreign policy actions on regional stability based on the US government's perspective.
Defense and Security
The program analyzes Turkey's military capabilities and its role within NATO, particularly in light of tensions with other member states and its relationship with Russia.
Domestic Politics
The internal political landscape in Turkey, including authoritarian trends and human rights issues, is a significant area of research.
Counterterrorism and Extremism
The Turkey program also focuses on Turkey's approach to terrorism, particularly regarding Kurdish groups and ISIS, examining how these dynamics affect U.S. and NATO interests.[1]
References
Foundation for Defense of Democracies. (n.d.). Turkey program. Retrieved October 10, 2023, from https://www.fdd.org/programs/turkey/
Notes
- ↑ Foundation for Defense of Democracies. (n.d.). Turkey program. Retrieved October 10, 2023, from https://www.fdd.org/programs/turkey/