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Book SynopsisTurkey-West Relations examines the nature of changing relationships between Turkey and the US, the EU, and NATO, identifying the major factors behind growing rifts. It is useful to scholars and practitioners of international politics, and anyone with a general interest in Turkey, the Middle East, and transatlantic security.
Trade Review'This timely book examines how and why Turkey's relations with the West changed during recent years … A significant contribution to the literature on alliances, this book is valuable for those interested in the policy implications for observers of transatlantic relations and Turkey's foreign and security policies.' B. A. Yesilada, Choice
'… this book's most interesting contribution is one that is less visible yet all the more critical.' Juliette Tolay, International Affairs
Table of ContentsIntroduction; 1. Framework of Intra-Alliance opposition; 2. Turkish foreign policy in the Western Balkans; 3. The Turkish veto over the EU-NATO security exchange; 4. The EU-Turkey deal on Refugees; 5. Turkey's energy policies; 6. Turkish rapprochement with Russia in security; 7. Turkey's foreign policy on Syria and Iraq; Conclusion: Turkey and the West – what next?
