Don't forget! On Wednesday,
January 30, 2019, THO will host former Admiral James Stavridis along with Turkish Navy Rear Admiral Ali Deniz Kutluk for a discussion on US-Turkey defense cooperation and the NATO alliance moderated by Pentagon Correspondent Lara Seligman. We hope to see you there. There is still time to RSVP at the link below.
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Upcoming: Ambassador Series
In December, THO launched the Ambassador Series. Be on the lookout as we launch another installment of our Ambassador Series this February! Details coming soon.
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Ali Cinar, President of THO, connected with
Senator Tim Kaine this week.
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Congratulations to
Congressman Joe Wilson (pictured here with
THO President Ali Cinar) on becoming Co-Chairman of the Caucus on U.S.-Turkey Relations and Turkish Americans. We look forward to working with all the members of the caucus and the 116th Congress to foster an understanding of U.S.-Turkey relations.
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Pinar Gezgec, THO Partnership Manager, attended the 15th Annual State of the Energy Industry Forum hosted by the U.S. Energy Association.
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Ali Cinar, President of THO attended the New York Times Travel. A special thanks from the THO team to Turkish Airlines for their generous sponsorship and support of THO.
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THO Non-resident Fellowship Co-Chair Selma Bardakci connected with fellows Sarah Khalbuss and Alpcan Karamanoglu in Istanbul, Turkey this past week while THO staff met with Non-resident Fellow Coby Vail in Washington, DC. THO is excited to continue working with our talented fellows throughout 2019. Be sure to keep up with their posts and written articles on our blog
Meddah.
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On January 27, 2019 we observed
International Holocaust Remembrance Day to commemorate the victims of the horrific genocide that occurred in World War II. Additionally, we remember the brave men and women who sacrificed their lives and recall the Turkish diplomats and consuls who aided in saving many who were fleeing from the Nazi regime.
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THO Profile of the Week:
James Stavridis, Retired U.S. Navy Admiral
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James Stavridis
is a retired U.S. Navy admiral who served as the 16th Supreme Allied Commander at NATO from 2009 to 2013. After retiring from service, he became the dean of The Fletcher School of Law at Tufts University. In addition to his extensive military service, Stavridis has also earned advanced degrees including a Master of Arts in Law and Diplomacy and a PhD in International Relations. He has written six books, including the memoir The Accidental Admiral (2004), and he regularly appears in the media as a commentator on foreign policy and security issues.
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We are thrilled to be hearing from Admiral Stavridis this week at THO's January 30th event on the current state of the U.S./Turkey and NATO. Be on the lookout for next week's Profile of the Week!
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TOP NEWS IN U.S.-TURKEY RELATIONS
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U.S. Special Representative James Jeffrey visited Turkish Officials in Ankara
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U.S. Special Representative for Syrian Engagement and Special Envoy for the Global Coalition to Defeat ISIL, James Jeffrey visited Turkish Officials in Ankara, Turkey this past week to discuss possibilities of safe zones.
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Turkey to Launch International Investigation Following the Khashoggi Killing
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According to a recent announcement from Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu, Turkey will be launching an international investigation into the death of Saudi Journalist Jamal Khashoggi.
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NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg To Meet U.S Officials in Washington
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NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg will be meeting with U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo, acting Defense Secretary Patrick Shanahan and National Security Adviser John Bolton.
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Turkish Treasury and Finance Minister Berat Albayrak Discusses the Upcoming "Soft Landing" Approach Post-Lira Crash
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Following bouts of currency trouble Treasury and Finance Minister Berat Albayrak discusses the plans for a governmental policy shift to "quality-based control" to boost Turkey's economy and meet the official growth target of 2.3 percent by close of 2019.
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Fracking Potential Positive in Thrace Basin in Turkey
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In northwest Turkey the Thrace Basin well tests show positive possibility for gas fracking potential in the region.
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Amidst Safe Zone Discussions with U.S., Turkey, and Russia, U.S. Navy's Dock Landing Ship Conducts Routine Port Visit In Black Sea
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The U.S. Navy's Fort McHenry sailed into port Constanta this week making it the first American warship to sail in the Eastern European water way since three Ukrainian vessels were seized by Russia.
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Aid Agencies Meet in Istanbul to Tackle Humanitarian Crises in the Region
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A meeting between the members of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) will take place in Istanbul to strengthen the ability to respond to humanitarian crises in the region.
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Automobile Industry Developments in Turkey
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Automobile industry moguls Ford and Volkswagen are considering developing plans to to build vans utilizing plants in Turkey. Additionally exploration into the technology of self-driving vehicles is being explored.
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Turkcell Leads Program To Encourage Cyber Safety Education for Children
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Turkcell launched a program this week to protect children and education on the risks of the cyber world. Through this educational program they hope to teach children the main focuses of understanding digital identity, use, safety, security, emotional intelligence, communication, literacy, and rights online.
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