SES Türkiye: Ses RSS Feed http://turkey.setimes.com/ SES Turkiye -- News, Analysis, Politics, World, Economy, Society Original news and analysis following events in Turkey and the world published in English and Turkish. en-gb Turkey seeks to become force in defence A major effort by the government has resulted in a significant increase in exports of parts for aircraft and specialised vehicles. http://turkey.setimes.com/en_GB/articles/ses/articles/features/departments/economy/2013/05/24/feature-01 ses/articles/features/departments/economy/2013/05/24/feature-01 Fri, 24 May 2013 00:00:00 +0000 Turkey takes lessons from South Africa's reconciliation Journalists, academics and deputies from the BDP, CHP and AKP visited South Africa to research the country's conflict resolution process and transition to democracy. http://turkey.setimes.com/en_GB/articles/ses/articles/features/departments/world/2013/05/24/feature-01 ses/articles/features/departments/world/2013/05/24/feature-01 Fri, 24 May 2013 00:00:00 +0000 Media termed important to peace process Outlets that once stirred up jingoistic fervour quickly changed to rally support for peace talks with the PKK. http://turkey.setimes.com/en_GB/articles/ses/articles/features/departments/society/2013/05/23/feature-01 ses/articles/features/departments/society/2013/05/23/feature-01 Thu, 23 May 2013 00:00:00 +0000 Turkey maintains role in Afghanistan Turkey is playing a constructive role in Afghanistan to promote peace and stability despite the recent capture of a group of aid workers. http://turkey.setimes.com/en_GB/articles/ses/articles/features/departments/world/2013/05/23/feature-01 ses/articles/features/departments/world/2013/05/23/feature-01 Thu, 23 May 2013 00:00:00 +0000 Taking the pulse of civil society in Turkey Conditions show signs of improvement as challenges persist, monitoring groups say. http://turkey.setimes.com/en_GB/articles/ses/articles/features/departments/society/2013/05/22/feature-01 ses/articles/features/departments/society/2013/05/22/feature-01 Wed, 22 May 2013 00:00:00 +0000 Turkey, Serbia and BiH expand economic and political co-operation Turkey, Serbia and BiH are building on political and economic relations to expand peace, stability and co-operation in the Balkans. http://turkey.setimes.com/en_GB/articles/ses/articles/features/departments/world/2013/05/22/feature-01 ses/articles/features/departments/world/2013/05/22/feature-01 Wed, 22 May 2013 00:00:00 +0000 Experts call for action to prevent workplace accidents Accidents and deaths have prompted industry representatives to call for stricter implementation of the law and other steps to protect workers. http://turkey.setimes.com/en_GB/articles/ses/articles/features/departments/national/2013/05/21/feature-01 ses/articles/features/departments/national/2013/05/21/feature-01 Tue, 21 May 2013 00:00:00 +0000 Polls suggest broad support for peace process The peace process maintains majority support in the country, but analysts say the real test will come when the government makes political and cultural concessions to the Kurdish movement. http://turkey.setimes.com/en_GB/articles/ses/articles/reportage/2013/05/21/reportage-01 ses/articles/reportage/2013/05/21/reportage-01 Tue, 21 May 2013 00:00:00 +0000 Secrets of success for Turkey's family businesses They're a major force in the economy, but long-term sustainability requires deft management. http://turkey.setimes.com/en_GB/articles/ses/articles/features/departments/economy/2013/05/20/feature-01 ses/articles/features/departments/economy/2013/05/20/feature-01 Mon, 20 May 2013 00:00:00 +0000 As women strive for freedom, violence persists A law strictly sanctions violence against women, but questions linger about implementation. http://turkey.setimes.com/en_GB/articles/ses/articles/features/departments/national/2013/05/20/feature-01 ses/articles/features/departments/national/2013/05/20/feature-01 Mon, 20 May 2013 00:00:00 +0000 In Sanliurfa, rare mosaics give researchers hope Sanliurfa is adding to its already rich cultural and artistic legacy with the discovery of priceless mosaics. http://turkey.setimes.com/en_GB/articles/ses/articles/features/departments/society/2013/05/17/feature-01 ses/articles/features/departments/society/2013/05/17/feature-01 Fri, 17 May 2013 00:00:00 +0000 Bulgarian and Turkish truckers look to remove obstacles Recent trucker protests at the Turkish-Bulgarian border briefly halted trade and created long delays, drawing attention to restrictive customs and transportation policies by both sides. http://turkey.setimes.com/en_GB/articles/ses/articles/features/departments/world/2013/05/17/feature-01 ses/articles/features/departments/world/2013/05/17/feature-01 Fri, 17 May 2013 00:00:00 +0000 Report highlights state of children's health Turkey and the Balkans show signs of progress following investments in medical services. http://turkey.setimes.com/en_GB/articles/ses/articles/features/departments/world/2013/05/16/feature-01 ses/articles/features/departments/world/2013/05/16/feature-01 Thu, 16 May 2013 00:00:00 +0000 Analysts: Iran is not an option to diversify energy needs Energy analysts point to geopolitical, diplomatic, legal and business hurdles to expanding Turkish and Iranian energy ties. http://turkey.setimes.com/en_GB/articles/ses/articles/features/departments/world/2013/05/16/feature-02 ses/articles/features/departments/world/2013/05/16/feature-02 Thu, 16 May 2013 00:00:00 +0000 Peace process gives rice production a boost Farmers in Hakkari are optimistic the peace process will improve agriculture in the region. http://turkey.setimes.com/en_GB/articles/ses/articles/features/departments/economy/2013/05/15/feature-01 ses/articles/features/departments/economy/2013/05/15/feature-01 Wed, 15 May 2013 00:00:00 +0000 In the southeast, compassion mixes with concern Citizens fear spillover from the Syrian civil war as their hearts ache for those taking refuge in Turkey. http://turkey.setimes.com/en_GB/articles/ses/articles/features/departments/national/2013/05/15/feature-01 ses/articles/features/departments/national/2013/05/15/feature-01 Wed, 15 May 2013 00:00:00 +0000 Kosovo, Albania look to boost Middle East relations Experts advocate a more pragmatic foreign policy between majority Muslim nations and the Middle East. http://turkey.setimes.com/en_GB/articles/ses/articles/features/departments/world/2013/05/15/feature-01 ses/articles/features/departments/world/2013/05/15/feature-01 Wed, 15 May 2013 00:00:00 +0000 As PKK withdraws, observer missions hope to keep peace Observer missions are along the border ensuring the PKK's withdrawal proceeds without violence. http://turkey.setimes.com/en_GB/articles/ses/articles/features/departments/national/2013/05/14/feature-01 ses/articles/features/departments/national/2013/05/14/feature-01 Tue, 14 May 2013 00:00:00 +0000 World leaders assail bomb attack Criticism comes as Turkish authorities continue their investigation into the car bombings that killed at least 48 people near the Syria border. http://turkey.setimes.com/en_GB/articles/ses/articles/features/departments/world/2013/05/14/feature-01 ses/articles/features/departments/world/2013/05/14/feature-01 Tue, 14 May 2013 00:00:00 +0000 Region tackles unofficial border crossing points Smugglers and travelers use border villages, mountains, rivers and forests to illegally cross borders. http://turkey.setimes.com/en_GB/articles/ses/articles/features/departments/world/2013/05/14/feature-02 ses/articles/features/departments/world/2013/05/14/feature-02 Tue, 14 May 2013 00:00:00 +0000