March 6, 2012

Abant Platform to discuss framework of new constitution

Today's Zaman

 
The prestigious Abant Platform, which has tackled pressing issues facing Turkey since its establishment in 1998, will aim in its next meeting to contribute to the shaping of Turkey's new constitution.

 
The 26th Abant meeting, which will be held from March 9 to 11 in Turkey's northwestern province of Bolu, will bring together a wide spectrum of intellectuals, lawyers, political leaders and journalists to discuss the problematic areas of, and propose solutions to, the constitutional drafting process. Parliament Speaker Cemil Çiçek will be among those attending the meeting.