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On the subject of the assessment made of Turkey’s transition to a democratic country, the country still has some way to go, in spite of the efforts made.
The Turkish Government’s recognition of Cyprus and the Armenian genocide remain preliminary conditions for the negotiations to continue after 3 October.
The EU will also have to remain particularly vigilant as regards the human rights situation. The condition of women in the country remains of concern, and the Turkish Government must make a greater commitment to reducing the inequalities between men and women.
Freedom of expression has still not been acquired. The EU must endeavour to put pressure on Ankara so as to ensure that the conditions are met for a viable public and democratic debate.
Since this is an open process, whose results cannot be guaranteed in advance, and given that each and every one of the 25 Member States will benefit from the right of veto at any time during the negotiations, it would consequently be advisable to make provision for an alternative to membership, by defining, as from now, the conditions of a privileged partnership.
That is why I voted against this resolution, refusing to accept this fast track to Turkey’s accession."@en1
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