Tuesday 31 January 2012

gulfnews : Turkey has a lot to contribute to the region

There isn't a more appropriate time for the Turkish president to visit the UAE. Turkey is a major player in the region, and has been playing an increasingly proactive role. Both countries have a lot to offer. They both represent excellent examples that can be emulated by others in the Muslim world. Turkey has had a successful experiment in marrying its Islamic traditions and its secular tendencies. It is always cited as a successful Muslim democracy that has become an inspiration to Arab countries, especially the so-called Arab Spring states.
Economically, it has managed to turn its fortunes around to boast reasonable growth. Its private sector is at record productivity levels. The UAE, meanwhile, is a modern state recognised globally as a development success story — a destination for investment, multinational companies and tourists. Most importantly, the two countries are playing an active political role in the region, seeking to preserve stability and avoiding unnecessary conflicts.

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