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Mr Mehmet AKALIN (Türkiye, ALDE)

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Representative
Deputy
İYİ Party

Türkiye Büyük Millet Meclisi (TBMM)
TR - 06543 - ANKARA
Türkiye

Working language: English

Declarations of interests:
2025 , 2024 , 2023

Mandates

In the political groups

  • Member: Alliance of Liberals and Democrats for Europe since 09/10/2023

In the Assembly

  • since 09/10/2023 Representative - Türkiye

In the committee(s) and sub-committee(s)

  • Full Member: Committee on Culture, Science, Education and Media (since 09/10/2023)
  • Full Member: Sub-Committee on Youth and the Society of the Future (since 23/01/2024)
  • Full Member: Sub-Committee on Education, Youth and Sport (from 12/10/2023 to 21/01/2024)

Interventions

Last speeches

29/01/2025 | 19:25:13 Thank you, Chair. This report is very important for the future of Europe because immigration is one of the biggest defining challenges and opportunities of our time. Europe is at a crossroads. On one hand, the population is ageing rapidly, which is leading to labour shortages, increased pressure on healthcare and slower economic growth. On the other hand, immigration is not without its complexities. Migrants most definitely bring skills, innovation and a dynamic workforce. They fill essential... 28/01/2025 | 18:00:49 Thank you, Mister President, Honourable members of the Parliamentary Assembly, First of all, I would like to thank the rapporteur for this detailed report on Gaza. The attack on civilians by Hamas launched on 7 October and widespread violence has led to prolonged conflict and tragedy in Gaza. According to UN Women, out of over 40 000 casualties, 70% are Palestinian women and children. 85% of Gaza's population has been displaced, including nearly one million women and children. Whilst the... 04/10/2024 | 10:14:06 Thank you, Mister Chairman. Dear colleagues, first of all I would like to thank the rapporteur for this extensive report. The metaverse is a symbol of the emerging digital age, represents an extraordinary digital innovation, with the potential to contribute up to 5 trillion to the global economy by 2030. It promises the revolutionise and provide opportunities for a whole range of sectors. However, opportunities come with implications and significant risks. While this digital world is assumed... 27/06/2024 | 16:09:14 Thank you, Mr President. First of all, I would like to thank Mr Piero FASSINO for the report on this complex issue. I would also like to add a few comments that I believe have been omitted regarding the history of the Cyprus situation. The problem in Cyprus is a deeply rooted issue with the significant historical grievances and geographical implications. It is impossible to throw accurate conclusions and offer solutions to this long-standing problem without first having a deep knowledge of... 19/04/2024 | 11:26:10 Thank you, Mister Chair, Ladies and gentlemen, first of all I would like to thank the rapporteur for this extensive report and the recommendations. We live in an age where the technological advancements have opened up a world of opportunities. However, they have also exposed our children to unprecedented dangers, which in turn demands our urgent attention. The rapid increase in digital violence towards children is a harsh reality that is leaving a profound impact on the lives of our youngest...

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