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AYM invalidates many provisions of Erdoğan's first presidential decree dated 2018

AYM invalidates many provisions of Erdoğan's first presidential decree dated 2018

The Constitutional Court annulled many articles of the first decree law issued by President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan following the transition to the presidential system, particularly due to violations of constitutional and legal provisions related to the protection of personal data and prevention of environmental destruction.

28 February 2024

Erdoğan replaces Central Bank deputy governors

Erdoğan replaces Central Bank deputy governors

Economists welcomed the new appointments, saying that they were in line with the shift in economic policies following the elections.

Drug prices soar by 30.5% in Turkey after presidential decree

Drug prices soar by 30.5% in Turkey after presidential decree

The adjustment of the Euro exchange rate used as a benchmark for medicinal products has caused the price hike.

Highest-ever increase on fuel taxes sparks outrage in Turkey

Highest-ever increase on fuel taxes sparks outrage in Turkey

The recent surge in fuel taxes is anticipated to exacerbate the already high inflationary pressures.

Turkey raises VAT rates following significant salary increases

Turkey raises VAT rates following significant salary increases

This tax increase follows substantial raises in the minimum wage and the salary adjustments for public servants. A union confederation has protested the government's moves in Ankara, asserting that it "gave with one hand and took with the other."

Türkiye sets up agency for unrecognized Alevi minority amid 'assimilation' criticism

Türkiye sets up agency for unrecognized Alevi minority amid 'assimilation' criticism

While the president says the move is part of their democratization efforts, Alevis oppose being considered a "cultural element" rather than a religious community.

9 November 2022

Boğaziçi academics appeal to Council of State for cancellation of rector appointment

Boğaziçi academics appeal to Council of State for cancellation of rector appointment

The academics of Boğaziçi University have appealed to the Council of State and demanded the cancellation of Naci İnci’s appointment as the rector of the university, underlining that his appointment is against the law.

20 October 2021

Boğaziçi University: President Erdoğan appoints new rector opposed by 95 percent of academics

Boğaziçi University: President Erdoğan appoints new rector opposed by 95 percent of academics

After dismissing the Rector Bulu following months of protests, Erdoğan appointed his vice-rector, whom 95 percent of the school's academics voted against.

State Supervisory Council authorized to inspect NGOs

State Supervisory Council authorized to inspect NGOs

The DDK will be authorized to inspect NGOs, their partnerships and affiliated organizations.

‘Turkey’s public broadcaster TRT is moving farther from objective coverage’

INTERNATIONAL PRESS INSTITUTE

‘Turkey’s public broadcaster TRT is moving farther from objective coverage’

The IPI has criticized the recent appointments to the state-run TRT’s executive board by a Presidential decree, raising concerns that it has been “turned into an outlet whose primary mission is to spread state propaganda.”

Constitutional Court annuls Erdoğan's 'personal decree'

Constitutional Court annuls Erdoğan's 'personal decree'

After the decree was issued, a professor was appointed as a member of the Central Bank Assembly while continuing to work at the university.

Constitutional Court annuls presidential decree: 'Universities are autonomous'

Constitutional Court annuls presidential decree: 'Universities are autonomous'

The top court has stated that the presidential decrees can't be issued on subjects that should be regulated by law according to the Constitution.

Turkish Medical Association appeals against withdrawal from İstanbul Convention

Turkish Medical Association appeals against withdrawal from İstanbul Convention

Appealing to the Council of State, the Turkish Medical Association (TTB) has demanded the annulment of the Presidential decision pulling Turkey out of the İstanbul Convention, which was opened for signature in İstanbul 10 years ago yesterday.

The 'expiry date' of İstanbul Convention in Official Gazette

The 'expiry date' of İstanbul Convention in Official Gazette

In the face of the Presidential Decision pulling Turkey out of the İstanbul Convention as per the Article 3 of the Presidential Decree no. 9, women keep on saying, “İstanbul Convention is ours, we don’t give it up.”

Erdoğan replaces Central Bank governor following interest rate hike

Erdoğan replaces Central Bank governor following interest rate hike

Stepping back from the lower interest rate policy, Ağbal has been dismissed only four-and-a-half months after his appointment.

Turkey has withdrawn from İstanbul Convention

Turkey has withdrawn from İstanbul Convention

With a Presidential decree issued by ruling AKP Chair and President Eroğan and published in the Official Gazette, Turkey has withdrawn its signature from the Convention on Preventing and Combating Violence Against Women and Domestic Violence.

Turkey extends layoff ban for another two months

Turkey extends layoff ban for another two months

With a Presidential decree published in the Official Gazette, the layoff ban on employers has been extended for 2 months.

Open letter to President from Boğaziçi University students

2 NEW FACULTIES BY DECREE

Open letter to President from Boğaziçi University students

Amid ongoing protests against the appointed rector of Boğaziçi University, Erdoğan has issued a Presidential decree to open two new faculties at the university. The Boğaziçi Solidarity has addressed an open letter to the President.

6 February 2021

Erdoğan appoints new Vice Minister of Health

Erdoğan appoints new Vice Minister of Health

With a Presidential decree published in the Official Gazette today, Muhammet Güven has been removed from office and Sabahattin Aydın, the President of İstanbul Medipol University, has been appointed as the new Vice Minister of Health.

18 November 2020

Erdoğan postpones glass manufacturing workers' strike for 'disrupting national security'

Erdoğan postpones glass manufacturing workers' strike for 'disrupting national security'

Workers of the country's largest glass manufacturer previously announced they would start a strike today.

Covid-19 measures: Short-time work allowance extended, indoor gatherings restricted in İstanbul

Covid-19 measures: Short-time work allowance extended, indoor gatherings restricted in İstanbul

Some events and gatherings including engagement ceremonies, and similar activities will not be allowed in any indoor areas.

'Is the new police unit authorized to track dissidents?'

PARLIAMENTARY QUESTION

'Is the new police unit authorized to track dissidents?'

A new police unit named, "Reinforcement Ready Forces Directorate" has been founded in İstanbul.

Students of İstanbul Şehir University to be transferred to Marmara University

Students of İstanbul Şehir University to be transferred to Marmara University

With its official authorization revoked by President Erdoğan, İstanbul Şehir University’s students will be transferred to Marmara University. The university was established by the BİSAV, a foundation co-founded by former PM Davutoğlu.

Central Bank Governor Murat Çetinkaya Discharged from Office

APPOINTMENT BY PRESIDENTIAL DECREE

Central Bank Governor Murat Çetinkaya Discharged from Office

Murat Çetinkaya, the Governor of the Central Bank of the Republic of Turkey, has been discharged from office by a Presidential decree. Central Bank former Vice Governor Murat Uysal has been appointed in his place.

Justice Academy of Turkey Established

Justice Academy of Turkey Established

The Justice Academy of Turkey, which was previously closed by a Statutory Decree during the State of Emergency, has been opened again by a Presidential Decree. The academy will provide training programs for judges and prosecutors.

İzmir Suburban Railways Strike Stopped by Presidential Decree

İzmir Suburban Railways Strike Stopped by Presidential Decree

The strike which has been going on for about one month has been postponed for 60 days by a presidential decree. If a solution is not reached within this time, the workers will lose their right to strike.

Renting, Purchase and Sale with Foreign Currency Ends

Renting, Purchase and Sale with Foreign Currency Ends

People settled in Turkey will not be able to use foreign currency in renting and purchase and sale as per Presidential decree.

13 September 2018