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November 26, 2023

Turkey’s Struggle with Climate Change and Drought Intensifies as Government Prioritizes Mining Activities


Report: The Turkish government is facing multiple challenges including climate change, drought, and the threat of mining activities. Despite the evident costs of deforestation, the AKP government continues with its rent-oriented policies. The 2024 Presidential Annual Program, recently published in the Official Gazette, reveals that the AKP is planning to categorize mining activities as “public benefit.” This move has raised…

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