Turkey's Roadmap for Joining the European Union
Turkey is moving towards completing the remaining 6 criteria after fulfilling 66 out of 72 conditions set by the European Union for a visa waiver. Freedom of expression, without compromising the "fight against terrorism," which is one of the most sensitive issues, will be expanded further.
The roadmap for Turkey's EU membership has been outlined. It is said that this process will be resumed regarding the 6 criteria that must be met out of the 72 for the visa exemption for Turkish citizens.
With the resumption of negotiations, updating the Customs Union agreement is one of the topics Turkey will prioritize.
However, changes have been set in motion regarding the anti-terrorism law, which is one of the 6 criteria.
It is said that "freedom of expression" can be expanded without compromising the red lines in the fight against terrorism.
Diplomatic sources indicate that as international relations with Turkey soften, steps can be taken to ensure that our counterparts demonstrate a greater understanding of Turkey's red lines in various areas.
Obtaining Turkish Citizenship Will Become More Difficult!
A new step is set to be taken in Turkey's immigration policy, which is one of the most important issues.
In this regard, efforts will be made to make the granting of Turkish citizenship to refugees, especially Syrians, stricter.
In other words, Turkey will now examine the issue of granting citizenship to refugees more carefully.
Diplomatic sources state that refugees are one of the most significant matters regarding the visa exemption for Turkish citizens, "They are individuals who obtain citizenship of Turkey and then move to Europe."
The European Union also has much work ahead.
As long as Turkey adequately protects its borders, ensures that the migration of refugees to EU countries is prevented, and makes progress on the remaining 6 issues.
