Turkey Joining the EU
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Description:
The European Union starts membership talks regarding Turkey in October, 2005. As additional Eastern countries join the Western-dominated EU, the entity faces increased social and political challenges but potentially positions itself as a superior global power.
Enablers:
- Economic opportunity
- Global Competition
Inhibitors:
- Objections by France and Germany
- Irreconcilable differences in legal systems
- Cultural and religious differences
- Economic uncertainty