The Future of Turkish Foreign Policy (BCSIA Studies in International Security)
"The Future of Turkish Foreign Policy thoughtfully and comprehensively introduces its readers to the challenges facing Turkey in Europe, the Middle East, and Central Asia in all their subtlety and complexity. Some of the most distinguished analysts and commentators from Turkey, Europe, and the United States have contributed to this unique presentation of the contending worldviews within Turkey"s decision-making elite and their foreign policy implications. The book"s in-depth insights into Turkey"s critical role in regional affairs are especially valuable for scholars and diplomats alike." Ismail Cem, former Foreign Minister of Turkey (1997-2002)"A sound grasp of the facts and excellent analysis are the prerequisites to good policy-making. It is certainly of paramount importance in the relationship between Greece and Turkey. I believe that this volume meets that high standard and I recommend it warmly to all those who wish to understand the issues and to contribute to an era of security and peace in our region." George Papandreou, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Greece"This is a timely and coherent volume. Insightful arguments advanced by the authors sharply elucidate many of the complexities of Turkish foreign policy in the post-Cold War era. It highlights the richness of choices and paradoxes involved in balancing between political liberalization and security needs." Ali L. Karaosmanoglu, Professor of International Relations, Bilkent University, Ankara"This work represents a rare combination of scholarship and insightful policy analysis. The reader will come away with an appreciation for the breadth and depth of the challenges facing Turkish foreign policy makers and the philosophical struggle within Turkey's political elite who controlthe destiny of Turkey's role in world affairs." Joseph S. Nye, Jr., Dean, John F. Kennedy School of Government, Harvard University