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Turkey officials outline employment, security, and justice goals
During the 'Turkey Century Meetings' series, various Turkish government officials outlined strategic goals for the nation's security, economy, and social stability.
Labor Minister Vedat Işıkhan announced employment targets for the 2027-2029 period, aiming to create approximately 2.1 million new jobs and reduce the unemployment rate to 7.6 percent by 2029. He highlighted the strategic importance of the Arnavutköy district and Istanbul Airport in driving regional economic growth.
On security and social cohesion, AK Party officials discussed the 'Terror-free Turkey' initiative. Hüseyin Yayman expressed optimism that the process would lead to the laying down of weapons and a new era for the country. Minister Yusuf Tekin emphasized the need for collective support for these democratic steps.
Justice Minister Akın Gürlek addressed crime prevention, stating that the judiciary is actively investigating financial irregularities and remains committed to dismantling criminal organizations, including those involved in illegal betting and money laundering. Additionally, Health Minister Kemal Memişoğlu announced plans for a new oncology hospital in Sultangazi to enhance regional medical services.
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AK Parti · Akın Gürlek · Bilal Erdoğan · Devlet Bahçeli · Hüseyin Yayman · MHP · Milliyetçi Hareket Partisi · Necmeddin Bilal Erdoğan · Recep Tayyip Erdoğan · Turkey · Türkiye · Vedat Işıkhan
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- [● 4 SOURCES] The government aims to create approximately 2.1 million additional jobs between 2027 and 2029. www.sondakika.com · www.yenicaggazetesi.com · www.haber1.com · www.haberport.com
- [● 4 SOURCES] The target for the unemployment rate is to reach 7.6 percent by 2029. www.sondakika.com · www.yenicaggazetesi.com · www.haber1.com · www.haberport.com
- [● 7 SOURCES] Hüseyin Yayman expressed confidence that the 'Terror-free Turkey' process will succeed and result in the laying down of weapons. artvingazetesi.com.tr · www.karsmanset.com · sonsoz.com.tr · www.hakkarihabertv.com · www.aydinlik.com.tr
- [● 4 SOURCES] Justice Minister Akın Gürlek pledged to combat all forms of crime and criminal organizations. www.medyagazete.com · www.aksiyon.com.tr · www.takvim.com.tr · artigercek.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] Minister Yusuf Tekin emphasized collective support for the 'Terror-free Turkey' process and democratic steps. www.karsmanset.com · www.medyaege.com.tr
- [● 2 SOURCES] Minister Abdülkadir Uraloğlu stated that Istanbul requires a total of 1,000 kilometers of metro network. www.bomba32.com