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Can Merz-Erdogan talks reset tricky Germany-Turkey ties?
People of Turkish origin are the largest immigrant group in Germany. But political relations between the two countries have long been tense. Will the meeting of Chancellor Merz and President Erdogan bring fresh momentum?
The relationship between Berlin and Ankara was bad for a long time. That should change. The reason for this is Ankara's geopolitical weight. Merz is now visiting Erdogan on Thursday.
Former German ambassador to Turkey, Martin Erdmann, sees Turkey as an increasingly important location for German businesses. "Turkey may well serve as a replacement location for German companies in China in the future," he told the news magazine Focus. "Especially if relations with China deteriorate, which seems likely." The former diplomat said that Germany cannot ignore Turkey's geopolitical role. "We need Turkey for the reconstruction of Syr…
Despite the increasingly authoritarian regime in Turkey, the Federal Government is once again seeking close proximity to President Erdogan. The 71-year-old has made his country a global power factor. Europe needs him more than ever – and ignores the human rights situation.
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