Recep Tayyip Erdoğan
Recep Tayyip Erdoğan (born 26 February 1954) is a Turkish politician serving as the President of Turkey since 2014. He previously served as Prime Minister of Turkey from 2003 to 2014 and as Mayor of Istanbul from 1994 to 1998. Erdoğan is a founding member of the Justice and Development Party (AKP), which he led from 2001 to 2014 and again from 2017 to 2023.
Early Life and Education[edit | edit source]
Erdoğan was born in the Kasımpaşa neighborhood of Istanbul, Turkey. He attended an imam hatip school, a type of religious vocational high school, and later studied at Marmara University, where he graduated with a degree in Economics.
Political Career[edit | edit source]
Mayor of Istanbul[edit | edit source]
Erdoğan was elected as the Mayor of Istanbul in 1994. During his tenure, he implemented several infrastructure projects and improved the city's water and waste management systems.
Prime Minister of Turkey[edit | edit source]
In 2003, Erdoğan became the Prime Minister of Turkey. His government implemented numerous reforms, including economic policies that led to significant growth. He also pursued a policy of "zero problems with neighbors," aiming to improve Turkey's relations with its neighboring countries.
Presidency[edit | edit source]
Erdoğan was elected as the President of Turkey in 2014. His presidency has been marked by significant political changes, including a shift from a parliamentary system to a presidential system following a 2017 referendum.
Controversies[edit | edit source]
Erdoğan's tenure has been marked by controversies, including allegations of authoritarianism, media censorship, and human rights violations. His government has been criticized for its handling of the 2016 Turkish coup d'état attempt and subsequent purges.
Personal Life[edit | edit source]
Erdoğan is married to Emine Erdoğan, and they have four children. He is known for his conservative views and has been a vocal advocate for Islamic values in Turkey.
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