This resulted from the lack of real structural reform and the inability to maintain austerity targets. The United States consults with all donors to assure each conveys similar messages, particularly on the reform agenda. The instability surrounding Turkey and the internal civil strife distract the government from major economic reforms. Growing religious conservatism could make reform more difficult. Population issues are developing into a major priority of the GOT, given that its current population of almost 61 million is expected to double by the year 2025.
Surveys show that Turkish couples use less reliable traditional methods.
The government has not taken an active role in implementing policies supporting modernization of family planning, nor has it provided sufficient funding. Progress in 1993-1994. The program, implemented by a number of U.S. cooperating agencies, saw many gains. Family planning training has been integrated into eight university teaching programs, midwifery and nursing schools, as well as the Ministry of Health in-service family planning sites. The Ministry adopted the first-ever national family planning guidelines and operates model family planning clinics throughout the country.