New political trends are unfolding in Turkey. Recently
established political parties have raised hopes for change
in the country, impacting the political balance between
the government and the opposition. While this is not a
foregone conclusion, it is a development worth watching
closely, including for the EU.
The Justice and Development Party (AKP) has dominated
Turkish politics for over 17 years. Nevertheless, with
mounting domestic headaches and a moribund economy,
the AKP seems to be running out of steam. Support for
the party is at an all-time low, while President Recep
Tayyip Erdoğan’s popularity is also in decline