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Neo-Ottomanism in Turkey's foreign policy: a Polish perspective
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Abstract The main objective of this article is to analyze the impact of Ankara’s reference to the legacy of the Ottoman Empire on contemporary Turkish foreign policy and the attitude of Poland towards such a reversal in Turkish diplomacy. Turkey is now more aware that it has no chance of gaining European Uni... view more
The main objective of this article is to analyze the impact of Ankara’s reference to the legacy of the Ottoman Empire on contemporary Turkish foreign policy and the attitude of Poland towards such a reversal in Turkish diplomacy. Turkey is now more aware that it has no chance of gaining European Union membership. In this situation, Ankara has begun to emphasize its Eurasian character and is trying to build its influence in the region, in particular among eastern and southern neighbors. To have a greater impact on its neighbors, Turkey refers to the legacy of the Ottoman Empire. The weakening of Ankara's political relations with the western world is particularly worrisome for Poland, which appreciates Turkey's geostrategic position and its role in the European security system. The greatest concern among Poles is caused by the political and economic rapprochement between Ankara and Moscow. What also disturbs Poles is the fact that Turkey, which had made pro-democratic efforts, is departing from the principles fundamental to Europeans.... view less
Keywords
Turkey; foreign policy; Ottoman Empire; diplomacy; European integration; Poland; bilateral relations; political relations
Classification
International Relations, International Politics, Foreign Affairs, Development Policy
Free Keywords
Neo-Ottomanism; Poland
Document language
English
Publication Year
2019
Page/Pages
p. 108-121
Journal
Journal of Liberty and International Affairs, 5 (2019) 1
ISSN
1857-9760
Status
Published Version; peer reviewed