I have come to Turkey for several reasons. First, to underline the continuing importance of Turkey to the United States, to express our support for Turkey's efforts to build a more just and prosperous society, and to pledge all the help we can give to those great endeavors. Fourth, to listen and learn about the world as seen by the Turkish government and business leaders, as well as American executives residing here. It's a tall order for a few days, but I am delighted to have the opportunity. As I mentioned, as part of its global strategy, the Clinton Administration developed a focus on Big Emerging Markets.
Turkey is front and center.
It is in good company. In Latin America, the BEMs are Mexico, Brazil, and Argentina. In Africa, it is South Africa. Like every BEM, Turkey has unique features. No other is a NATO ally.