Statement of Foreign Minister Alexander Stubb on the decision by the Constitutional Court of Turkey

Press release 273/2008
31 July, 2008

"I note with great satisfaction the decision by the Constitutional Court on the AK party. Decision is a positive sign and I encourage Turkey to continue reforms in line with European standards of democracy, the rule of law and human rights. Furthermore, it is important that the rules on political parties are consistent with European standards. The outcome will benefit both Turkey and the EU."

More information: Keijo Karjalainen, First Secretary, Unit for EU Enlargement, tel. +358 9 1605 6146

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