Turkey's 25 Years of Justice and Development Influence
It has been a quarter of a century since the Justice and Development Party (AKP) came to power in Turkey, during which its leadership brought about significant political and economic transformations in the country. After years of weak coalition governments and military dominance, the party succeeded in reducing the military's influence and strengthening the authority of elected institutions, while rejecting the principle of military tutelage over politics. Its years in power have seen widespread reforms in the rights of Kurds and conservative Muslims, including lifting restrictions on the hijab and removing bans on Kurdish language and culture. The government also launched massive infrastructure projects such as Istanbul Airport and the Çanakkale Bridge, transforming Turkey into a highly capable industrial and military power. Despite successes in the economy and defense industries, the party faces future challenges in engaging younger generations—who have not experienced Turkey's previous crises—and it is expected that the party's future will depend on its ability to meet their aspirations in the coming years.
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