US EditionTurkey says it remains committed to contested ‘Kanal Istanbul’ project
- On May 2, 2025, Turkey's Transportation Minister Abdulkadir Uraloglu reaffirmed the government's intention to pursue the Istanbul Canal initiative, despite recent speculation about its status.
- This statement came after Environment Minister Murat Kurum's earlier comments indicating the canal project has not been included in the government's current plans, highlighting differing views within the administration.
- The Istanbul Canal, a 45-kilometer artificial waterway designed to connect the Black Sea and the Sea of Marmara, aims to reduce Bosphorus traffic congestion and enhance Turkey's global trade role.
- Uraloglu stated, "We will definitely build the Istanbul Canal," adding that timing depends on securing financing, while the project faces criticism over environmental and financial concerns with an estimated cost of $15 billion.
- The reaffirmation suggests Turkey maintains the canal as a long-term priority despite shelving plans amid economic turmoil, public opposition, and a political crackdown linked to the project’s controversy.
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Center for Combating Disinformation: The statements of the two ministers, “Kanal Istanbul is not on our agenda right now” and “We have not given up on Kanal Istanbul” do not contradict each other
Center for Combating Disinformation: The statements of the two ministers, “Kanal Istanbul is not on our agenda right now” and “We have not given up on Kanal Istanbul” do not contradict each other
Turkey says it remains committed to contested ‘Kanal Istanbul’ project
Turkey is determined to construct a canal project intended to relieve pressure on the busy Bosphorus Strait, when financing is secured, a government minister said on Thursday, despite widespread criticism over its possible environmental impact.
Turkish officials send mixed messages on Istanbul Canal—here's why - Türkiye Today
Türkiye’s Transportation and Infrastructure Minister Abdulkadir Uraloglu reaffirmed the government’s commitment to the Istanbul Canal project on Thursday, addressing recent speculation over its future. “We will definitely build the Istanbul Canal,” Uraloglu said, adding, “We have never given up; we are discussing the timing.” His remarks reignited public debate in Türkiye, especially as they appeared to conflict with recent statements by Environ…
Murat Kurum had said 'it is not on our agenda'... Minister Uraloğlu: We will definitely do it, we will consult on the time
Minister of Environment, Urbanization and Climate Change Murat Kurum said, "There is no issue regarding Kanal Istanbul on our agenda right now," while Minister of Transport and Infrastructure Abdulkadir Uraloğlu said, "We will definitely build Kanal Istanbul. We say it is time for consultation."
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