Turkey
Minister Bagis: “Turkey is where it began and is where it’s all leading to”May 03, 2013

In this video, H. E. Egemen Bagis, Turkish minister for EU affairs and chief negotiator, explains why Turkey has a unique role to play as a bridge between the West and the Middle East.
Turkey, United States Have Same Vision For Middle EastApril 29, 2013In this video, Former Turkish Ambassador Murat Ozcelik explains why the United States and Turkey agree on most Middle East policy decisions, even if they may disagree on how these policies should be implemented.
Cooperation between U.S.,Turkey is Key to Addressing Conflict in the Middle EastApril 24, 2013In this video, Former U.S. Ambassador to Turkey (2008-2010) and to Iraq (2010-2012) discusses the importance of cooperation between Turkey and the United States in addressing conflict in the Middle East.
Syria’s Strong National Identity May Overcome Sectarian DivideApril 22, 2013
In this video, Senior Transatlantic Fellow Hassan Mneimneh discusses the impact of factionalism and sectarianism on stability in the Middle East. He explains how Turkey was able to build a successfully integrated society, while other countries continue to struggle.
Israelis Divided over Netanyahu’s Apology to TurkeyApril 18, 2013In this video, New York University Alon Ben-Meir explains the key factors behind Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's apology to Turkey, and the long-term implications of reestablishing diplomatic relations between the two countries.
EU Enlargement’s Next Steps Focus on Turkey and the BalkansOctober 26, 2012
In this GMF podcast, Michael Leigh, GMF senior advisor, speaks with Stefano Sannino, the director general for Enlargement at the European Commission about the EU's enlargement agenda.
As the West Expands, the U.S. must not “Cheat on its Own Rules”May 30, 2012
In this video from the sixth Turkey Trilateral Strategy Group, Stockholm International Peace Institute Chairman Goran Lennmarker outlines how globalization is changing traditional alliances, and the role of potential new partners in Asia and the Southern Atlantic.
Turkey Can Provide Economic Blueprint for the Middle EastMay 29, 2012
In this interview from the sixth annual Turkey Trilateral Strategy Group, Tuft University Professor and Brookings Fellow Vali Nasr outlines how current events are reshaping the West and the transatlantic relationship. He explains how Turkey can play a key role in anchoring the traditional democratic values of the West in the Middle East.








