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Onur Hamzaoğlu

Turkey's social security system, private hospitals and the function of the World Bank

Turkey's social security system, private hospitals and the function of the World Bank

In the AKP years, when health service provision in Turkey began to be defined as a new area of accumulation for capital owners, private hospitals became widespread across the country. Their number increased from 271 in 2002 to 565 in 2023 and spread to all provinces.

23 April 2025 Onur Hamzaoğlu

Investigation Against 154 Social Media Users in 1 Week

Investigation Against 154 Social Media Users in 1 Week

The Ministry of Interior has stated that 337 social media accounts have been investigated on charges of such as “inciting people to enmity and hostility” and “insulting state officials”, and legal action has been taken against 154 people over last week.

Trade Unionist Condemns Gross Negligence in Workplace Safety

Trade Unionist Celik says that 600 inspectors work for the Ministry of Employment to inspect 750,000 workplaces and accuses the government of turning a blind eye.

4 February 2008 A. Nilüfer Zengin Kürkçü