The Intelligence from The Economist West-siding story? Turkey’s tactical shift
Aug 14, 2023
Join Piotr Zalewski, The Economist’s Turkey correspondent, and Ed Carr, Deputy editor, as they dissect Turkey's shifting geopolitical stance under President Erdogan. They explore the nuances of Turkey's renewed ties with the West and skepticism around true alignment. The conversation also dives into a global survey revealing the mixed reception of liberal values. Plus, the hosts discuss a monumental paleontological discovery that could redefine the title of the largest animal ever, adding a prehistoric twist to the dialogue.
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Transactional Relationships
- Erdogan's moves towards the West are driven by economic pragmatism rather than a genuine change of heart.
- He aims for transactional relationships, not a full Western re-alignment.
UN and Universal Values
- The United Nations Charter, drafted after World War II, aimed to establish universal liberal values like peace and human rights.
- However, these values haven't been universally adopted as hoped.
Diverging Values
- While the World Values Survey initially hoped for a convergence on liberal values with increased prosperity, this hasn't happened.
- In fact, the gap between Western and some other countries, particularly Islamic and Orthodox ones, appears to be widening.