Turkey: Critique of AKP's 25-year political and economic impact

Reflections on the 25-year tenure of the Justice and Development Party (AKP) in Turkey highlight a significant shift in the country's socio-economic and political landscape. Critics point to a rise in the '3Y' issues: poverty, corruption, and prohibitions.

Economic indicators cited include high inflation, a decline in purchasing power for workers and retirees, and an increase in poverty assistance recipients from under one million to over twenty million. The healthcare system has faced challenges such as difficulties in securing appointments, insufficient doctor consultation times, and the increasing commercialization of health services through city hospitals.

In the education sector, there has been a notable increase in private education and a rise in religious-focused schooling. Additionally, concerns are raised regarding press freedom, labor conditions, and the erosion of judicial independence.