A 20-year tax exemption raises money-laundering risk as Erdoğan defends a delayed PKK disarmament process
A Nordic Monitor analysis by Stockholm-based journalist Abdullah Bozkurt warned that Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan's proposed 20-year tax exemption on foreign-sourced income for incoming relocations — with minimal taxation on domestic income and a 1 percent inheritance tax — raises serious risks of money laundering, sanctions evasion and exploitation by politically connected actors. The plan requires only three years of non-tax-residency.
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tr88Erdogan's 20-year tax break for incoming residents draws money-laundering concern, critics say
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan's proposal for a 20-year exemption on foreign-sourced income for individuals relocating to Turkey is drawing money-laundering concerns from analysts who say it lacks source-of-funds checks. The plan also caps inheritance tax at 1% and minimises tax on domestic income, against the backdrop of a 2022 wealth amnesty that has already been linked to organised-crime cases.
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Erdogan's 20-year tax break for incoming residents draws money-laundering concern, critics say
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan's proposal for a 20-year exemption on foreign-sourced income for individuals relocating to Turkey is drawing money-laundering concerns from analysts who say it lacks source-of-funds checks. The plan also caps inheritance tax at 1% and minimises tax on domestic income, against the backdrop of a 2022 wealth amnesty that has already been linked to organised-crime cases.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan's proposal for a 20-year exemption on foreign-sourced income for individuals relocating to Turkey is drawing money-laundering concerns from analysts who say it lacks source-of-funds checks. The plan also caps inheritance tax at 1% and minimises tax on domestic income, against the backdrop of a 2022 wealth amnesty that has already been linked to organised-crime cases.
tr85Erdoğan says PKK disarmament process on track despite delays
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan said Wednesday the process to dissolve the PKK is proceeding as expected, dismissing pessimistic scenarios amid reports of delays caused by the group's slow disarmament and regional developments.
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Erdoğan says PKK disarmament process on track despite delays
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan said Wednesday the process to dissolve the PKK is proceeding as expected, dismissing pessimistic scenarios amid reports of delays caused by the group's slow disarmament and regional developments.
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan said Wednesday the process to dissolve the PKK is proceeding as expected, dismissing pessimistic scenarios amid reports of delays caused by the group's slow disarmament and regional developments.
tr82Turkey urges international pressure on Israel to uphold Gaza peace plan
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan on Wednesday called for increased international pressure on Israel to prevent violations of the Gaza peace plan and warned that conditions in Gaza and the West Bank risk further instability, energy security challenges, and irregular migration.
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Turkey urges international pressure on Israel to uphold Gaza peace plan
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan on Wednesday called for increased international pressure on Israel to prevent violations of the Gaza peace plan and warned that conditions in Gaza and the West Bank risk further instability, energy security challenges, and irregular migration.
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan on Wednesday called for increased international pressure on Israel to prevent violations of the Gaza peace plan and warned that conditions in Gaza and the West Bank risk further instability, energy security challenges, and irregular migration.
tr78Greek defense minister says Turkey has no Aegean continental shelf rights; Ankara accuses Athens of island militarization
Greek Defense Minister Nikos Dendias on Tuesday rejected Turkish claims to the Aegean continental shelf, while Turkey's Defense Ministry accused Greece of violating demilitarization treaties for Eastern Aegean islands.
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Greek defense minister says Turkey has no Aegean continental shelf rights; Ankara accuses Athens of island militarization
Greek Defense Minister Nikos Dendias on Tuesday rejected Turkish claims to the Aegean continental shelf, while Turkey's Defense Ministry accused Greece of violating demilitarization treaties for Eastern Aegean islands.
Greek Defense Minister Nikos Dendias on Tuesday rejected Turkish claims to the Aegean continental shelf, while Turkey's Defense Ministry accused Greece of violating demilitarization treaties for Eastern Aegean islands.
tr35Turkey's gold demand hits record high value in Q1 2026
Turkey's gold demand reached a record high in value terms in the first quarter of 2026, driven by strong investor appetite for bar and coins amid market volatility and the Iran war. Bar and coin demand rose 29% year-over-year to 26.1 metric tons, with a record value of $4.5 billion. Jewelry demand fell 23% in volume due to high prices. The data comes from the World Gold Council. Globally, gold demand hit a record $193 billion in value, with physical investment up 42% to 474 tons.
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Turkey's gold demand hits record high value in Q1 2026
Turkey's gold demand reached a record high in value terms in the first quarter of 2026, driven by strong investor appetite for bar and coins amid market volatility and the Iran war. Bar and coin demand rose 29% year-over-year to 26.1 metric tons, with a record value of $4.5 billion. Jewelry demand fell 23% in volume due to high prices. The data comes from the World Gold Council. Globally, gold demand hit a record $193 billion in value, with physical investment up 42% to 474 tons.
Turkey's gold demand reached a record high in value terms in the first quarter of 2026, driven by strong investor appetite for bar and coins amid market volatility and the Iran war. Bar and coin demand rose 29% year-over-year to 26.1 metric tons, with a record value of $4.5 billion. Jewelry demand fell 23% in volume due to high prices. The data comes from the World Gold Council. Globally, gold demand hit a record $193 billion in value, with physical investment up 42% to 474 tons.
tr33Armenia signals peace with Azerbaijan, EU ambitions, and major infrastructure plans
Armenian Foreign Minister Ararat Mirzoyan announced a new era of peace with Azerbaijan, EU integration ambitions, and plans for major infrastructure projects including railways and pipelines to position Armenia as a key link in the Middle Corridor. He also noted normalizing ties with Turkey and maintaining relations with Iran and Russia.
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Armenia signals peace with Azerbaijan, EU ambitions, and major infrastructure plans
Armenian Foreign Minister Ararat Mirzoyan announced a new era of peace with Azerbaijan, EU integration ambitions, and plans for major infrastructure projects including railways and pipelines to position Armenia as a key link in the Middle Corridor. He also noted normalizing ties with Turkey and maintaining relations with Iran and Russia.
Armenian Foreign Minister Ararat Mirzoyan announced a new era of peace with Azerbaijan, EU integration ambitions, and plans for major infrastructure projects including railways and pipelines to position Armenia as a key link in the Middle Corridor. He also noted normalizing ties with Turkey and maintaining relations with Iran and Russia.
tr31Turkey offers to mediate Hezbollah arrangement with US and Lebanon
Turkey has proposed mediating an arrangement involving Hezbollah between the United States and Lebanon, seeking to expand its regional influence. The US has not yet responded. The offer comes amid a fragile ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah, with ongoing violations and displacement. Turkey has also pursued roles in Gaza and Syria, and recently delivered 360 tons of aid to displaced civilians in Lebanon.
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Turkey offers to mediate Hezbollah arrangement with US and Lebanon
Turkey has proposed mediating an arrangement involving Hezbollah between the United States and Lebanon, seeking to expand its regional influence. The US has not yet responded. The offer comes amid a fragile ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah, with ongoing violations and displacement. Turkey has also pursued roles in Gaza and Syria, and recently delivered 360 tons of aid to displaced civilians in Lebanon.
Turkey has proposed mediating an arrangement involving Hezbollah between the United States and Lebanon, seeking to expand its regional influence. The US has not yet responded. The offer comes amid a fragile ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah, with ongoing violations and displacement. Turkey has also pursued roles in Gaza and Syria, and recently delivered 360 tons of aid to displaced civilians in Lebanon.
tr30Turkey expresses confidence in Pakistan-mediated US-Iran talks, offers demining role
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan expressed confidence in Pakistan-mediated talks between the US and Iran to end the conflict, while noting that not all issues can be resolved within the expected two-week timetable. He also stated Turkey would be open to participating in multinational demining operations in the Strait of Hormuz after a peace agreement, but would avoid any role implying alignment if conflict resumes.
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Turkey expresses confidence in Pakistan-mediated US-Iran talks, offers demining role
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan expressed confidence in Pakistan-mediated talks between the US and Iran to end the conflict, while noting that not all issues can be resolved within the expected two-week timetable. He also stated Turkey would be open to participating in multinational demining operations in the Strait of Hormuz after a peace agreement, but would avoid any role implying alignment if conflict resumes.
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan expressed confidence in Pakistan-mediated talks between the US and Iran to end the conflict, while noting that not all issues can be resolved within the expected two-week timetable. He also stated Turkey would be open to participating in multinational demining operations in the Strait of Hormuz after a peace agreement, but would avoid any role implying alignment if conflict resumes.