Business as Usual? The Present and Future Impact of Brexit on Anglo-Turkish Relations

Year 2021, Volume: 2 Issue: 2, 25 - 49, 20.06.2021

Görkem Altınörs , Yaprak Gürsoy

Abstract

This study aims to analyse how Brexit has affected Anglo-Turkish relations. It evaluates elements of continuity and possibilities of change in bilateral relations. In the first two sections, the article offers background information on the Brexit referendum and the history of Anglo-Turkish relations. It then discusses the potential risks and opportunities for foreign policies of both countries with regards to their relations with each other. In the final section, it analyses the significance of Anglo-Turkish commercial ties and areas of further economic cooperation. The article concludes that despite the obstacles that were posed by Brexit, Anglo-Turkish relations have continued as usual. There is potential for the deepening of relations in the economy, trade and security. However, the future of bilateral relations will also depend on the willingness of both sides to engage with each other and Europe while also developing realistic expectations from one another in an era of global uncertainty.

Keywords

Britain, European Union, Turkey, Brexit, Foreign Policy, Trade.

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