An assessment of principle of conditionality : the case of Cyprus in the context of Turkey-EU relations

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2010
Şen, Uğur
This thesis aims to analyze Cyprus issue in the context of the principle of conditionality in Turkey – EU relations. In this regard, the conditionality principle is examined both in international level and in European Union’s approach. The implementation of conditionality by the European Union in relation with the Cyprus question is the second point of analysis. Finally, the evaluation of the conditionality and its implications in Turkey-EU relations regarding the Cyprus issue is overviewed. The assessment is made through historical periods of the relations between Turkey and EU. Finally, the comparison between the theoretical framework and practical application of conditionality in Cyprus issue is done as part of assessment.

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U. Şen, “An assessment of principle of conditionality : the case of Cyprus in the context of Turkey-EU relations,” M.S. - Master of Science, Middle East Technical University, 2010.