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CHP surpasses AKP in Turkey's municipal elections, signaling change

The Conversation Indonesia — April 2, 2024, 06:00 PM UTC

Summary: The 31 March municipal elections in Turkey marked a significant shift in politics, with the main opposition party, CHP, surpassing AKP nationally. Factors like economic dissatisfaction and Kurdish votes influenced the outcome. Voter turnout decreased to 78%, the lowest since 2004. The elections highlighted a desire for change and democratic resilience. The opposition must focus on depolarization and addressing economic issues until 2028.

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