Important turning point in Turkish elections, 'new trick' against Tayyip Erdogan

Important turning point in Turkish elections, ‘new trick’ against Tayyip Erdogan

To challenge Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, opposition party candidate Muharram Anje announced his withdrawal from the presidential candidacy. After this decision, three candidates are left in the race for the presidential candidate, including Recep Tayyip Erdogan of Jamhur Ittihad, Kamal Kalich of Millat Ittihad and Sina Awan of Ata Ittihad. The withdrawal of Muharram…

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Turkey announces up to 45% salary increase for civil servants ahead of elections

Turkey announces up to 45% salary increase for civil servants ahead of elections

File photo Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan announced a 45% increase in the salaries of civil servants a few days before the presidential and parliamentary elections. According to foreign media, about 5 million employees work in government departments in Turkey. According to reports, President Recep Tayyip Erdogan is campaigning on the promise of lowering interest…

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Local elections chance to advance peace in Central African Republic: UN envoy

Local elections chance to advance peace in Central African Republic: UN envoy

Special Representative Valentine Rugwabiza reported on recent progress by the Government, including in election preparations and security sector reform.  Political engagement with the leaders of armed groups remains essential and is starting to yield modest results, she added, pointing to the dissolution of four armed groups who were signatories to the February 2019 Peace Agreement. …

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