Do you think is Turkey going to join EU?
929592
No, as their rules regarding "Make No Fun of Turkey" will stallt hem out
303710
I live in Turkey and I think it's a really interesting country... the cultural and historical places are fab!!! also the south and west beach sites are amazin too... but if u look at it as a whole u'll be twice as much amazed cuz every single part there's a different beauty... also the people are nice and hospitable too!!! :o) \n\nif u wnat more info check out this sites... hope u'Ll like them... enjoy... :o)\nwww.exploreturkey.com/\nwww.gototurkey.co.uk/
437052
The European Union isn't one man's vision.  The simple answer to your question is: no, not anytime soon.  There is far too much variation in language and culture.  Much of the UK (which would have to be a key player) is reluctant to even share currency.  There is nothing approaching a full political union in the works.
377631
I think it is a good idea because turkey near from middle east and Turkey have experience in middle east affair and can help in middle east
824474
The Turks are a great people!  In spite of all this is an Islamic country that has their heads on. The have never paid heed to what other Islamic countries expect them to do they are in control and act like leaders.  They have a great foword thinking government and economy.  The people are friendly and if you want to see Ancient Greek ruins go there not greece!   I am not a follower of Islam But I believe Allah has Blessed the Turks!
894227
No. Turkey is not ready to join the European Union. Many people think that Turkey is ready because they have been in Istanbul and they have seen a modern city, but if you travel 30 kms away from Istambul you are again in a 3rd world country. Dont forget that the BIP is about US$ 2500.00 per year (only for your info:\nthe BIP of Germany is US$ 27000.00) which is nothing in compare to the countries of the European Union. I dont think that Turkey is ready for Europe. They are still denying the massacre that they did to the Armenians on 1915 ( more than 1 million were killed). I think Europe has too many troubles in handling the Muslims that already are living in Europe. If Turkey joins Europe, the face of Europe will change forever. I dont say that Turks are bad but they have a different culture than Europe. The Islamic Civilization (yes Islam is not only a religion is also a Civilization has a different view of the world than "Christian" Europe).
69173
No, I´ve never believed in the future of European Union.\nReasons:\n* there are far too many countries in the E.U.\n* these countries are very different (history, values, rich/poor) - so it is very difficult to find compromises\n* every country wants to keep its identity \n* why no common constitution? people in e.g. Slovakia have different needs, problems, et cetera as people e.g. in England\n* people in western europe think the criminality would increase by taking countries like Bulgaria (where even the police drives with stolen cars)\n* people are afraid of taking a country like Turkey into the E.U. (very large country, very many people, very many poor people - richer countries would pay more, borders to countries like Iraq, Iran)\n* farmers in Middle European countries will "die out", because the prizes for agricultural goods decrease (competition with "cheap" countries in Eastern Europe)\n* there are countries which have to "pay" and countries which "get" money. People in the paying countries don´t understand why the should pay for another country
1104904
There is no crisis as such. It is a democracy with several parties. The ruling party is not representing majority of the voters. And public are raising their voices whenever they are not happy about government's actions. There are a couple of areas that may cause protests time to time.\n\nAlthough statistically country is 99% muslim, in reality many people are free-thinkers or atheists or modern muslims who do raise their voices when any section of the ruling AKP favors conservative Muslims. We are eventually a secular country.\n\nMany people, especially the nationalists (this is a fairly large number)  want government to stop EU talks and limit the EU relations with economic agreements only (free trade etc). Many Turks consider Europeans are of immoral and dirty people and fear their immorality may spread into Turkey corrupting the Turkish moral values.\n\nOn the other hand many people are happy from the economic developments and support the government even though they do not fully agree with them.\n\nEventually it is a true democracy and people are free to talk.
748472
i think they are going to try and push it through next year with out referendums.  EU presidency changes next year too.  i think in light of events in the middle east, it is considered a pressing issue.
622508
They're going to join the European Union soon, aren't they?  All I really know is that half of Turkey seems to be in Germany these days ... and that the British are busy buying property all along a very pretty coastline ... there!  That's my knowledge of present day Turkey ... :)
179435
I am personally a bit scared because with the full free movement of goods, it will be even easier for other countries industries to relocate there. But in general I see Romania joining EU a positive thing
353227
This year is full of surprises. I wish to play well and prove that they deserve to be there.\n  Now i think that many European countries could do better (Russia,Turkey,Romania,Belgium).
165700
The first answerer talks about Turkey as a market : that's there anyway, whether Turkey's in or out.\nHis second point is the tired old one about Turkey being a gateway to the East, as if this were something desirable for Europe.  Turkey's admission would certainly be desirable, but not for Europe : for Turkey and all the many millions of Turks, who extend all the way to and into China.  It would open the door to Europe for them.  Does anyone think that Turkey, as a member of Europe, would feel stronger loyalty to Europe than to her racial brothers and fellow Muslims?  They'd flood into Europe and accelerate the process, already well under way, of Islamic domination there.
181838
The EU doesn't want Turkey in. If they did, Turkey would have been a member many years ago. \n\nI find it strange that the Eastern European States are entering the EU so easily, while Turkey, a very powerful country, that would add much to the EU, is barred from entry.\n\nI am also surprised that the Turks still want to join the EU, it's such an insult to Turkish Pride, I mean, this IS Turkey afterall, the Ex-Ottoman Empire, being insulted by Europeans who refuse it entry into a regional union. \n\nWhen countries like Slovenia get in so quickly and Turkey is left out like that, I'ld look elsewhere for friends.\n\nEurope is confused and hypocritical.\n\nSad sad sad.
76742
Piker ; you are wrong ma frien ; the government is based on democracy and equality...\nif u observed istanbul carefully \nthe people are free about their thougts their reigion.i think u need to examine it carefully...\n-------\nturkey i think a great place and a part europe,\nthe only diffrence is they ar muslims..\nbut they ar acting great harmony of  democracy equality and the religion and freedom,\ni think if the european union is based on equality and freedom on thoughts muslim or christian they must first look freedom, equality ,democracy..\ni think turkey deserves being a modern country...
203813
Turkey plays and important role nowadays because it is a gateway between the east in the west. The U.S. has a lot of interest there because it's a powerful country with an uncertain future. It might be swallowed in by Europe, but it could also become a more conservative muslim country.
537776
I strongly doubt there will ever be a United States of Europe. First, consider the language barrier, different government styles (parliamentary, monarchy etc), different international associations and military traditions. Secondly, the recent enlargement is likely to have a domino effect of making agreement among member states increasingly difficult, leading to indecision and political stagnation. Last but not least, the continuing debate about allowing Turkey to join the EU will undoubtedly be the demise of this intergovernmental institution.