Turkey

Turkey, a transcontinental country bridging Europe and Asia, has Ankara as its capital and Istanbul as its largest city. With a population of around 85 million, it is predominantly Turkish with Kurdish and other minorities. Governed by President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, Turkey’s economy, valued at about $900 billion, features automotive, textiles, electronics, and tourism. Rich in history, it was the center of the Byzantine and Ottoman Empires, becoming a republic in 1923 under Mustafa Kemal Atatürk. Known for its diverse culture and attractions like Hagia Sophia and Cappadocia, Turkey is a key player in global affairs despite facing economic and political challenges.