The U.S. consul general in Istanbul said on Friday that June 12 parliamentary elections was an important step for stability and economic progress of Turkey.
U.S. Consul General Scott Frederic Kilner, speaking at a meeting with Gokhan Sozer, Governor of northwestern province of Edirne, described the elections as interesting and important.
Kilner also underlined importance of Edirne saying the city was the gate of Turkey opening to Europe.
Commenting on June 12 general elections, Kilner said it was an important success for democracy.
Kilner said Justice & Development (AK) Party won majority of votes, but on the other side Republican People’s Party (CHP) increased the number of its seats at the parliament. He said Nationalist Movement Party (MHP) would be in the parliament and representatives from east and southeast of Turkey would also be in the parliament.
Friday, 17 June 2011
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