Turkey is negotiating its accession to the European Union (EU) as a member state, following its application to become a full member of the European Economic Community (EEC), the predecessor of the EU, on 14 April 1987.

Apr 25, 2024 · Türkiye is a key strategic partner of the EU on issues such as climate, migration, security, counter-terrorism and the economy. In 1987, Türkiye applied to join what was then the European Economic Community, and in 1999 it was declared eligible to join the EU.

Sep 7, 2023 · ANKARA, Turkey (AP) — Turkey’s top diplomat on Wednesday affirmed his country’s resolve to join the European Union and urged the 27-member bloc to take courageous steps to advance its bid. Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan made the comments in a news conference with the EU’s top official for enlargement.

Albeit not officially part of the European Union, Turkey is one of the EU's main partners and both are members of the European Union–Turkey Customs Union. Turkey borders two EU member states: Bulgaria and Greece.

Jul 7, 2024 · For over six decades, Turkey and the European Union (EU) have navigated a complex relationship marked by both progress and setbacks. Despite Turkey’s significant reforms to align with EU standards, full membership remains elusive.

Jul 11, 2023 · Turkey is officially a candidate for membership in the European Union, a status it has held for two decades. The process was practically frozen in 2018, cementing a kind of frenemy status...

Sep 28, 2021 · Türkiye is a key strategic partner of the EU on issues such as climate, migration, security, counter-terrorism and the economy. In 1987, Türkiye applied to join what was then the European Economic Community, and in 1999 it was declared eligible to join the EU.

Nov 8, 2023 · The European Commission's latest report on Turkey's accession to the EU expresses concerns over democratic backsliding, the continued militarisation of Northern Cyprus and pro-Hamas rhetoric.

Dec 12, 2023 · Türkiye is an EU candidate country and a key strategic partner for the EU on issues such as migration, counter-terrorism, public health, climate and regional issues. An EU candidate country since 1999, Türkiye began accession negotiations in 2005.

May 16, 2023 · To understand Turkey's EU ambitions, we must go all the way back to the days of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, the revolutionary leader who resisted the country's partition in the …