This paper discusses political and economic aspects of Turkish accession. Under present rules, Turkey would have the … Turkey, particularly in agriculture. The main obstacles to accession are not economic, but political. Historical experience … prevents Turkey from eliminating the decisive political role of the military, giving Kurds and other minorities cultural rights …

In December 2004, the European Council decided unanimously to initiate accession talks with Turkey. Although Turkey … revise this offer and it seems reasonable to assume that Turkey will join the EU sooner or later. This article presents a …