Academic Scientific JournalsGovernment Policy Towards European Integration And Its Features In Georgia, Armenia And Türkiye
Keywords:
EU expansion, EU accession, Government actions, Foreign policy, EuropeanisationAbstract
This article explores government policies toward European integration in Georgia, Armenia, and Türkiye, focusing on their unique challenges. Despite public support, Georgia faced setbacks as the EU suspended its accession due to government stances and a policy design-implementation gap. Türkiye, hindered by internal human rights issues and freedom restrictions, faces policy conflicts stemming from political turbulence and EU criticisms. Armenia‟s situation is complex, Armenia seeks EU alignment through democratic reforms while maintaining ties with Russia but faces capacity and security challenges. The study presents detailed analyses of these three cases using document analysis and expert interviews.
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