CONFIDENTIAL
WORLD WATCH® REPORT
ON
Turkey
Date: 08/10/2018 16:23:58 GMT / UTC
UnitedHealthcare Global Risk | 14141 Southwest Freeway, Suite 500 | Sugar Land, Texas 77478 ph: (713) 4307300 | email: [email protected] | url: www.uhcglobal.com
World Watch® is confidential and is intended solely for the information and use of UnitedHealthcare Global's clients. Given the nature of the information, UnitedHealthcare Global does not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of the information because agencies outside the control of UnitedHealthcare Global contribute information to World Watch®. While UnitedHealthcare Global vets and verifies all information with the utmost care and consideration for the end user, UnitedHealthcare Global does not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of the information and specifically disclaims all responsibility for any liability, loss or risk, personal or otherwise, which is incurred as a consequence, directly or indirectly, of the use and application of, or reliance upon, any of the information on this site, including customized reports created by clients. Any alteration or modification of the content of World Watch®, either from the website or via printed reports, is strictly prohibited.
For more information, please contact us at [email protected] or visit www.uhcglobal.com.
Copyright © 2018 UnitedHealthcare Global. All rights reserved. For Terms and Conditions go to Terms Of Use
World Watch® Report from UnitedHealthcare Global Turkey
Executive Summary for Turkey Turkey sits at the geographical crossroads between the continents of Europe and Asia. The country’s western border touches Bulgaria and Greece, while to the east it borders Armenia, Georgia, Iran, Iraq and Syria; the Black Sea is located along the country’s northern border and the Aegean Sea and Mediterranean Sea lie along the western and southern borders, respectively. Ankara serves as the capital, although Istanbul (historically called Constantinople) is in many ways better known and serves as a cultural hub attracting millions of visitors each year.
Turkey has experienced a fair amount of political instability over the past several years, particularly in light of an attempted coup in July 2016. Former Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan won Turkey's first direct presidential election in August 2014 and is now serving a fiveyear term as head of state; the next presidential elections are scheduled for June 2018. Binali Yildrim serves as Turkey's prime minister, although that position may cease to exist in 2018 due to a set of constitutional reforms Erdogan successfully proposed that will drastically change the makeup of the Turkish government. The reforms which were approved in a constitutional referendum on 16 April 2017 will also change Turkey’s government from a parliamentary democracy into a presidential system.
A nationwide state of emergency remains in effect and it exacerbates security concerns in the country, including the risk of detention and terrorism; the state of emergency was implemented following the July 2016 coup attempt. Terrorism perpetrated by both domestic and transnational militants remains a serious concern in Turkey. Transnational terrorist groups motivated by radical Islam such as those affiliated with or inspired by alQaeda or the Islamic State (IS) and domestic terrorists motivated by political and ethnic divisions pose a significant threat to travelers. Criminal activity is not particularly high in Turkey, although opportunistic, petty crime does occur. Street demonstrations take place regularly in Turkey and pose a security risk to travelers. The southeastern region of Turkey is extremely restive due to the ongoing domestic military offensive against the Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK) and in light of the civil war in Syria. Military operations targeting PKK militants and supporters increased steadily beginning in June 2015 and violence remains prevalent in the region. Following several security incidents along the border, Turkey launched Operation Euphrates Shield, a ground offensive in August 2016 (supported by airstrikes) against the Islamic State in northern Syria; the operation concluded in March 2017, although the Turkish military maintains a presence in Syria. Additionally, the country U.S. and coalition troops to operate out of Turkish air bases. Turkey Information Country Facts Current Analysis Official Country Republic of Turkey Name Recep Tayyip Erdogan became president in August 2014. In April 2017, he Type Of Republican parliamentary successfully introduced and passed a set of constitutional reforms that will Government democracy effectively change the government from a parliamentary democracy into a Leadership President: Recep Tayyip presidential system. Binali Yildrim serves as Turkey's prime minister, although Erdogan. Prime Minister: Binali that position may cease to exist in 2019 due to the aforementioned reforms. Yildirim
Turkey's foreign policy is multifaceted and faces many challenges. The most Capital Ankara pressing issues are the conflict in Syria and ascension into the European Official Turkish Union. Language
Turkey maintains a stable economy, although unemployment remains relatively Population 80.3 million high. Ethnic Divisions Turkish (7075%), Kurdish Political Situation (18%), Other minorities (712%) Religion Muslim (99.8%), others (0.2%) Recep Tayyip Erdogan of the Justice and Development Party (AKP) became president in August 2014 after securing approximately 52 percent of the vote in GDP Growth 7.4% Turkey's first direct presidential election. Erdogan previously served as Turkey's Inflation 7.0% prime minister from 2003 to 2014. Binali Yildirim is the current prime minister. Unemployment 12.6%
World Watch® Report from UnitedHealthcare Global Under Erdogan’s direction, the AKP has consolidated its political power in recent Currency Turkish Lira years. The government has engaged in widespread purges of Turkey’s Office Work MondayFriday administrative, political and military bureaucracy of AKP opponents since coming Week to power; however, this process accelerated following the split between the AKP and the Gülen Movement in 2013 and again after the attempted coup d’état in Time Zone UTC +2 Offset July 2016. The AKP has also increasingly centralized power in the presidency, a process that culminated in the April 2017 constitutional referendum. The Country Phone 90 referendum passed with 51.5 percent of the vote, and the new constitution Code radically restructures Turkish political structures, including abolishing the office Capital City 312 of prime minister and the office of the president assuming many of those powers. Phone Code These changes will take effect after the next general and presidential election, Nationwide 155 currently scheduled for June 2018. Emergency Number(s)
The issue of Kurdish autonomy is highly controversial in Turkey. Kurdish militant Electricity 230 volts, 50 Hz groups in southeast Turkey most notably the Kurdistan Workers’ Party are waging an ongoing war for independence, and the government has implemented Plug Styles Types C, F stringent security measures as part of its ongoing conflict with Kurdish groups. These security measures frequently impact Kurdish political groups whom the government accuses of aiding militant groups. While the government and the PKK previously engaged in peace talks from 20132015, the process broke down due to allegations that the Turkish government was supporting the Islamic State (IS) against Kurdish groups in Syria and Turkey. Since the breakdown of talks, clashes regularly occur between Turkish and PKK forces with the vast majority taking place in provinces along the borders with Syria and Iraq.
International Relations
Turkey has historically played important strategic and diplomatic roles between the West and the Middle East because of its geographic position. In recent years, Turkey has increasingly assumed a more assertive stance in international relations. However, its position on some issues such as Iran's nuclear program have at times clashed with foreign policy stances of the United States and the European Union (EU) despite Turkey’s general desire to maintain good relations with both of these entities. These differences notwithstanding, the ongoing conflict in neighboring Syria that began in 2011 provided opportunity for engagement with Turkey’s most important international partners. Turkey has intervened in northern Syria on multiple occasions to secure its interests of preventing a Kurdish enclave from developing along its border. The most recent example of this is the ongoing military offensive, codenamed Operation Olive Branch, which has targeted the PKKaffiliated Syrian Kurdish group the Democratic Union Party (PYD) in the Syrian governorate of Afrin. Turkey’s ongoing military presence in northern Syria has contributed to continued security incidents along the border and is discussed further in the Security Issues section.
Turkey is currently engaged in talks to join the European Union, and accession talks will likely take many years to complete. Negotiations are divided into 35 "chapters," which must be concluded before a state may be admitted to the European Union. Turkey has only completed one chapter, and several are currently blocked by veto of European Union member states, including France and Cyprus. Major stumbling blocks in negotiations include Turkey's stance on Cyprus, its human rights record, the April 2017 constitutional referendum detailed above and most recently Turkey's continued mlitary activity in Syria. Turkish domestic support for the EU appears to have cooled in recent years, with less than half of Turkey's population viewing the EU positively and even less trusting the body. This trend has continued with the ongoing refugee and migrant crisis, as well as the international reaction to the July 2016 attempted coup, which critics in Turkey claimed was not supportive enough. Nevertheless, Turkey's aspirations to join the EU remain and have proven beneficial to the overall business climate in the country because the government has aimed to improve its business regulations and standards. However, further reforms and market liberalization are needed for the country to continue its accession efforts.
Economic Situation
The country's economy ranks as the 17th largest in the world according to the International Monetary Fund. Agricultural production and manufacturing play significant roles in the country’s economy. Turkey experienced significant growth in 2017 with Gross Domestic Product (GDP) increasing by 7.4 percent; however, the country faces a number of economic challenges. GDP growth has simultaneously contributed to an increasing account deficit. Unemployment remains above 10 percent as the labor force growth continues to outpace employment numbers, and inflation is an increasing problem for the country. Security Issues Turkey remains under a state of emergency, which poses unique risks to travelers and exacerbates existing security concerns.
World Watch® Report from UnitedHealthcare Global Terrorist attacks occur frequently in Turkey. The threat of terrorism extends from both domestic militants such as Kurdish separatists and political extremists and militant Islamists such as those affiliated with or inspired by alQaeda and the Islamic State (IS). Crime, particularly opportunistic theft, is the security concern travelers to Turkey are most likely to encounter. Periodic demonstrations occur in various Turkish cities and may affect security for travelers. There are concerns related specifically to the crisis in Syria; these apply primarily to areas of southern Turkey that are located close to the Syrian border.
State of Emergency
Turkey has remained under a state of emergency since the 15 July 2016 attempted coup. Under the state of emergency security forces can arrest and hold individuals for up to 30 days without charging or trying them in court; security forces can also demand identification at any time, search individuals and property without a warrant and impose a curfew, among many other restrictions. This is a significant concern for travelers, as any public statement (whether spoken, written or posted online) that is critical of the government or President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, that indicates any potential ties to the Gülen movement (or FETÖ), or is perceived as sympathetic to Kurdish militants or the Kurdish independence cause, could result in detention. Additionally, given concerns of antiU.S. sentiment throughout Turkey, travelers may be more at risk of being reported, monitored or detained than in the past.
Terrorism
Terrorist attacks occur frequently in Turkey. The threat of terrorism extends from both domestic militants and transnational terrorist groups.
Domestic Terrorism
Turkey faces a continuous threat of terrorism perpetrated by Kurdish militants; the two main groups responsible for recent attacks are the Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK), an insurgent group that has waged a decadeslong campaign for an autonomous Kurdish state, and the smaller Kurdistan Freedom Falcons (TAK). Both groups have carried out attacks against both government/police elements and civilian targets, including public transportation.
Between 2013 and 2015, PKK attacks reduced in frequency, primarily because in March 2013 the jailed leader of the PKK, Abdullah Ocalan, declared a ceasefire of the group’s military action and ordered all PKK fighters to leave Turkish territory. However, several recent events have led to an uptick in violence beginning in July 2015 when a terrorist attack on a Kurdish town in southeastern Turkey left many Kurds unhappy with the government’s response, which was seen as insufficient. Militants targeted police officers in retribution, prompting a military response against PKK bases in northern Iraq and southeastern Turkey. Terrorist attacks dramatically increased, as did military action against Kurdish militants in southeastern Turkey. Whereas militants had previously focused attacks on government and police elements, terrorists increasingly targeted civilian locations, such as public transportation and airports. The threat of attacks remains high.
In addition to Kurdish separatist groups, leftist militant groups have also carried out attacks in Turkey. In recent years, most of these attacks have been conducted by the Revolutionary People's Liberation Party/Front (DHKP/C), a banned leftist militant group, in Ankara. According to Turkish authorities, both Turkish and nonTurkish facilities and citizens are possible targets of DHKP/C attacks. The group is attributed with carrying out a suicide attack against a tourist police station in central Istanbul, killing one officer and injuring another. The group has also taken political hostages, usually as retribution for a perceived act against them.
Transnational Terrorism
The threat of terrorism perpetrated by transnational terrorist groups represents a longstanding threat in Turkey as well. Evidence of this threat includes occasional militant activity and the frequent arrests of militants on suspicion of plotting attacks. In particular, Turkey faces a significant threat from the Islamic State (IS), a radical Islamist group that has operations in neighboring Iraq and Syria. This threat was highlighted on 1 January 2017, when a gunman with ties to IS opened fire inside Istanbul’s wellknown Reina nightclub, located in the Ortaköy neighborhood in the European side of the city. The attack left 39 people dead and at least 71 others wounded.
Turkey's close relations with the United States and its strong tradition of secularism also add to the country's appeal as a potential target for militants motivated by antiWestern sentiment and a desire to impose religionbased regimes in Muslim
World Watch® Report from UnitedHealthcare Global countries. There are longstanding concerns that Turkey's location at the crossroads between the Middle East and Europe may facilitate terrorist strikes. Illegal immigrants from countries such as Afghanistan, Pakistan, Syria and other countries in the region regularly enter Turkey in transit to Western Europe. It is possible that militants could infiltrate the country in a similar manner. Tourist sites, facilities frequented by foreign travelers and government interests both Turkish and foreign remain likely terrorist targets.
Crime
While the potential effects of terrorist attacks in terms of the level of physical harm they can cause is very high, shortterm travelers to Turkey are more likely to encounter petty crime than any other security factor. Most incidents affecting travelers are nonviolent crimes of opportunity, such as petty theft and vehicle breakins and are most likely to occur at tourist attractions, crowded markets and other public areas where there are large gatherings of people. Travelers should employ basic security precautions such as avoiding ostentatious displays of wealth, keeping valuables hidden out of sight and avoiding walking alone at night to guard against becoming a victim of crime.
Demonstrations
Demonstrations occur regularly in Turkey, but are most frequent in major urban centers such as Istanbul, Ankara and Izmir. Protests in smaller towns, where the economy is based primarily on tourism, are infrequent. Traditionally, most demonstrations are related to domestic factors, such as the economic situation, the status of the Kurdish population or policies restricting religious expression in educational institutions. Most protests are directed against the Turkish government, although protesters sometimes voice antiU.S. and antiWestern sentiments. Demonstrations typically begin peacefully, but police officers often intervene to forcibly disperse protesters and may not differentiate between participants and bystanders. Demonstrations are most often relatively small, attracting only a few hundred people.
Syrian Crisis
The ongoing crisis in Syria has affected the security situation in areas of southern Turkey located close to the Syrian border. One major concern is the threat of terrorist attacks from Kurdish or IS militants. In past years, this threat emanated primarily from elements of Syrian President Bashar alAssad’s regime in response to Turkey’s antigovernment stance during the war. There is also an ongoing threat that violence from the conflict may spillover into border provinces.
Country Tips
Travelers should minimize time spent near, or avoid altogether, Turkish government offices, as well as facilities of the Turkish security forces, as these may be targeted for attacks that can cause collateral casualties. Turkish authorities strictly enforce laws that limit public comments that can be considered insulting to “Turkish identity,” including the government and army. Although these restrictions have been relaxed to some extent in an attempt to fulfill the criteria for the country's membership in the European Union, foreign visitors should be careful not to transgress these limitations due to possible legal repercussions. Turks have great pride in Kemal Ataturk, the founder of modern Turkey. Visitors should not show him disrespect or they may be detained or harassed for such actions. Government crackdowns on freedom of expression, a motivating factor behind periodic protests, represent a concern for travelers to the country. Local regulations prohibit taking photographs of military, police and certain government installations. It is illegal to talk on a cellular phone or smoke while driving. Smoking is banned in most public places, including sports centers and on public transportation. Although Turkey is a secular country, and Istanbul in particular is a cosmopolitan city, the vast majority of the population is Muslim, and Islam is important to many Turks. Travelers may face hostility from authorities or private citizens for statements or actions deemed offensive to Islam. Travelers particularly female visitors should also be mindful of their attire. Cultural Information Language
Turkish is the official language in the country, although Arabic and German are common. English is also widely understood in the larger cities.
Cultural Tips
World Watch® Report from UnitedHealthcare Global Turkish authorities strictly enforce laws that limit public comments which are considered insulting to “Turkish identity,” including the government and army. There have recently been a number of people arrested for insulting President RecepTayyip Erdogan. Foreign visitors should be careful not to transgress these limitations due to possible legal repercussions. Turks closely guard the memory of Kemal Ataturk, the founder of modern Turkey. Visitors should not show him disrespect and may be detained or harassed for such actions. Although Turkey is officially a secular state, Islam remains an important influence in society. For this reason, visitors should remain sensitive to Islamic customs and practices, which are stronger in rural areas. Foreign tourists who visit bars or nightclubs should be aware that Turkish men generally treat women in such places with considerable respect. Anyone who behaves in a manner that is considered impolite or offensive may be confronted by other patrons or the club manager. If invited to a home, visitors should bring flowers for the lady of the house, or candy for the children. Both men and women shake hands upon introduction in a business setting. Business meetings, especially if it is the initial meeting, tend to focus on relationship building. Smalltalk about family, Turkish culture and even sports is common. Exchanging gifts is not a predominant aspect of the business culture in Turkey.
Tips for Female Travelers
Female travelers are often seen by criminals as particularly vulnerable targets. In highly conservative cultures, foreign women may be perceived as promiscuous, inviting unwelcome or violent advances. Female travelers, in turn, are likely to encounter cultural mores that may initially seem startling or offensive. The purpose of this section is to apprise female travelers of such attitudes and customs, offer means to respond without giving offense, and promote a heightened sense for security among female travelers. The information offered below is not intended as advice, nor is it necessarily comprehensive in presenting the challenges female travelers may face. UnitedHealthcare Global encourages female travelers to thoroughly research the areas to which they travel to determine what precautionary measures to take and what to do should they become victims of crime while traveling.
Middle Eastern culture holds conservative views regarding sex and women. Islam, especially in its more orthodox forms, imposes various constraints on women in dress, behavior, social habits, and personal freedoms. Unaccompanied women who do not show respect for Islamic norms are more likely to be illtreated and perceived as morally decadent. Conversely, unaccompanied women who defer to regional norms may find themselves treated with extra sympathy due to their perceived vulnerability. While Turkey is less conservative than many of the other Middle Eastern countries maintaining a strictly secular state lone female travelers may still feel isolated and conspicuous in some areas. The areas most frequented by tourists such as Istanbul, northwestern Turkey, the Aegean and Mediterranean coasts, Cappadocia, and Ankara are more accommodating toward women traveling alone. However, foreign women, especially lone travelers, attract attention in Turkey. Catcalls and other forms of verbal harassment are to be expected, but physical harassment is rare. In more conservative areas, women wishing to eat in Turkish restaurants should look for the aile salonu sign. This denotes a separate area for women and families, and single men may not enter. A single woman will be just as unwelcome in a men only main restaurant. Although standards for women's dress are more liberal in Turkey than in other Islamic countries, conservative attire is still recommended, especially in rural areas. Women who are traveling alone and are dressed in a less than conservative manner are sometimes harassed by young Turkish men. Most mosques in Turkey are open to the public; women visiting these mosques should avoid bare arms and legs, and men should avoid wearing shorts. Women should also wear a headscarf. Both sexes should remove their shoes. Friday noon prayers are particularly crowded; it is best to avoid visiting during this time. Light makeup is acceptable for business settings in major cities or tourist areas. In the countryside or in less tourist frequented areas, female travelers should keep their hair covered and minimize makeup or jewelry. Diplomatic Contacts Australian Embassy in Ankara Street Address: 7, Büyükesat Mh., Ugur Mumcu Caddesi MNG Binasi No:88
World Watch® Report from UnitedHealthcare Global City: Ankara Postal Code: 06700 Phone Number(s): (90 312) 4599500 Fax Number(s): (90 312) 4464827 Email: [email protected] Website: http://www.turkey.embassy.gov.au/anka/home.html Embassy Type: Australian Embassy in Ankara Australian Consulate in Canakkale Street Address: Bogazkent Mevki Çanakkale Merkez City: Canakkale Postal Code: 17100 Phone Number(s): (90 286) 2181721 Fax Number(s): (90 286) 2181724 Website: http://www.dfat.gov.au/missions/countries/trck.html Embassy Type: Australian Consulate in Canakkale Australian ConsulateGeneral in Istanbul Street Address: 16th Floor, Suzer Plaza Elmadag Askerocagi Caddesi No. 15, Sisli City: Istanbul Postal Code: 34367 Phone Number(s): (90 212) 3938542 Fax Number(s): (90 212) 2431332 Email: [email protected] Website: http://www.dfat.gov.au/missions/countries/tris.html Embassy Type: Australian ConsulateGeneral in Istanbul Canadian Consulate in Istanbul Street Address: 209 Buyukdere Caddesi Tekfen Tower 16th Floor, Levent 4 City: Istanbul Postal Code: 34394 Phone Number(s): (90 212) 3859700 Fax Number(s): (90 212) 3571000 Email: ISTBL[email protected] Website: http://www.canadainternational.gc.ca/turkeyturquie/officesbureaux/consulateconsulat.aspx Embassy Type: Canadian Consulate in Istanbul Canadian Embassy in Ankara Street Address: Cinnah Caddesi No. 58 Cankaya City: Ankara Postal Code: 06690 Phone Number(s): (90 312) 4092700 Fax Number(s): (90 312) 4092712 Email: [email protected]
World Watch® Report from UnitedHealthcare Global Website: http://www.canadainternational.gc.ca/turkeyturquie/officesbureaux/embassyambassade.aspx Embassy Type: Canadian Embassy in Ankara Chinese ConsulateGeneral in Istanbul Turkey Street Address: Tarabya Mahallesi Ahi Çelebi Cad. Çoban Çesme Sokak No.4, Sariyer City: Istanbul Postal Code: 34457 Phone Number(s): (90 212) 2992634 Fax Number(s): (90 212) 2992633 Email: [email protected] Website: http://istanbul.chinaconsulate.org/tur/ Embassy Type: Chinese ConsulateGeneral in Istanbul Turkey Chinese Embassy in Ankara Street Address: 100. Yil Mh. Horasan Sk. City: Ankara Postal Code: 06700 Phone Number(s): (90 312) 4360628 Fax Number(s): (90 312) 4464248 Email: [email protected] Website: http://tr.chineseembassy.org Embassy Type: Chinese Embassy in Ankara French Embassy in Ankara Street Address: Kavaklidere Mahallesi Paris Caddesi, 70 City: Ankara Postal Code: 06540 Phone Number(s): (90 312) 4554545 Fax Number(s): (90 312) 4554537 Email: adminfrancais.ankara[email protected] Website: http://www.ambafrancetr.org Embassy Type: French Embassy in Ankara French Consulate in Istanbul Street Address: Istiklal Caddesi 4 Beyoglu / Taksim City: Istanbul Postal Code: 34435 Phone Number(s): (90 212) 3348730 Fax Number(s): (90 212) 3348731 Email: mail@consulfranceistanbul.org Website: http://www.consulfranceistanbul.org/ Embassy Type: French Consulate in Istanbul German Consulate General in Istanbul Street Address: Inonu Caddesi 10 Gümüssuyu
World Watch® Report from UnitedHealthcare Global City: Istanbul Postal Code: 34437 Phone Number(s): (90 212) 3346100 Fax Number(s): (90 212) 2499920 Email: [email protected] Website: http://www.istanbul.diplo.de Embassy Type: German Consulate General in Istanbul German Embassy in Ankara Street Address: Atatürk Bulvari 114 Kavaklidere City: Ankara Postal Code: 06690 Phone Number(s): (90 312) 4555100 Fax Number(s): (90 312) 4555339 Email: [email protected] Website: http://www.ankara.diplo.de Embassy Type: German Embassy in Ankara German Consulate General in Izmir Street Address: Korutürk Mah. Havuzbasi Sok. No. 1 / Balçova City: Izmir Postal Code: 35330 Phone Number(s): (90 232) 4888888 Fax Number(s): (90 232) 4888874 Email: [email protected] Website: http://www.izmir.diplo.de Embassy Type: German Consulate General in Izmir Embassy of India, Ankara Street Address: 77, Cinnah Caddesi Cankaya City: Ankara Postal Code: 06680 Phone Number(s): (90 312) 438 219 598 Fax Number(s): (90 312) 440 3429 Email: [email protected] Website: http://www.indembassy.org.tr/ Embassy Type: Embassy of India, Ankara Mexican Embassy in Ankara Street Address: Aziziye Mh. Çankaya City: Ankara Postal Code: 06690 Phone Number(s): (90 312) 4423033 Fax Number(s): (90 312) 4420221
World Watch® Report from UnitedHealthcare Global Email: [email protected] Website: http://embamex.sre.gob.mx/turquia/ Embassy Type: Mexican Embassy in Ankara Russian Embassy in Ankara Street Address: Karyagdi sok., No 5 Çankaya City: Ankara Postal Code: 06692 Phone Number(s): (90 312) 4392122 Fax Number(s): (90 312) 4429020 Email: rus[email protected] Website: http://www.turkey.mid.ru/ Embassy Type: Russian Embassy in Ankara Russian Consulate General in Istanbul Street Address: Istiklal Cad. 219225a Beyoglu City: Istanbul Postal Code: 34430 Phone Number(s): (90 212) 2925101 Fax Number(s): (90 212) 2490507 Email: [email protected] Website: http://www.turkey.mid.ru/eng/istanbul.html Embassy Type: Russian Consulate General in Istanbul Embassy of Switzerland Street Address: Atatürk Bulvari 247 City: Ankara Postal Code: 06680 Phone Number(s): (90 312) 4573100 Fax Number(s): (90 312) 4571199 Email: [email protected] Website: http://www.eda.admin.ch/ankara Embassy Type: Embassy of Switzerland Consulate General of Switzerland Street Address: 1.Levent Plaza, ABlok Kat:3 Büyükdere Cad. No. 173 City: Istanbul Postal Code: 34394 Phone Number(s): (90 212) 2831282 Fax Number(s): (90 212) 2831297 Email: [email protected] Website: http://www.eda.admin.ch/istanbul Embassy Type: Consulate General of Switzerland British ConsulateGeneral in Istanbul
World Watch® Report from UnitedHealthcare Global Street Address: Mesrutiyet Caddesi No 34 Tepebasi Beyoglu City: Istanbul Postal Code: 34435 Phone Number(s): (90 212) 3346400 Fax Number(s): (90 212) 3346401 Embassy Type: British ConsulateGeneral in Istanbul British Embassy in Ankara Street Address: Sehit Ersan Caddesi 46/A Çankaya City: Ankara Phone Number(s): (90 312) 4553344 Fax Number(s): (90 312) 455 3352 Email: [email protected] Website: https://www.gov.uk/government/world/organisations/britishembassyankara Embassy Type: British Embassy in Ankara U.S. Consulate in Adana Street Address: Girne Bulvari No 212 Guzelevler Mah., Yuregir City: Adana Phone Number(s): (90322) 3466262 Fax Number(s): (90322) 3467916 Website: http://adana.usconsulate.gov/ Embassy Type: U.S. Consulate in Adana U.S. Embassy in Ankara Street Address: 110 Atatürk Blvd. Kavaklidere City: Ankara Postal Code: 06100 Phone Number(s): (90 312) 4555555 Fax Number(s): (90 312) 4670019 Email: [email protected] Website: http://turkey.usembassy.gov/ Embassy Type: U.S. Embassy in Ankara U.S. Consulate General in Istanbul Street Address: Istinye Mahallesi, Üç Sehitler Sokak No.2 Istinye City: Istanbul Postal Code: 34460 Phone Number(s): (90 212) 3359000 Fax Number(s): (90 212) 3359102 Website: http://istanbul.usconsulate.gov/ Embassy Type: U.S. Consulate General in Istanbul Health and Hospitals
World Watch® Report from UnitedHealthcare Global For information on the health environment in this location, please consult UnitedHealthcare Global's Medical Intelligence database, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the World Health Organization (WHO) or your relevant government's health website(s).
Hospital Information
Despite major improvements to private facilities in urban areas such as Istanbul, the quality of care in Turkey varies significantly throughout the country, both in the public and private sectors, including at university hospitals. Adequate medical care is available in major urban centers and tourist areas, including Istanbul, Ankara, Izmir and Antalya, as well as in coastal areas between Izmir and the end of the southern Riviera, but is in many cases below international standards. Many public hospital facilities in Turkey are overcrowded, understaffed and offer only basic specialties. Especially in rural areas, public hospitals are characterized by uncomfortable hospital accommodations, a general lack of uptodate equipment and shortages of basic medical supplies. University hospitals serve as referral centers for the region in which they are located, as they are the most developed clinical centers in their region. However, the quality and the range of services vary from facility to facility. The quality of medical care in Turkey's private hospital facilities has improved significantly in recent years, particularly in Istanbul. Most private hospitals are located in cities with large populations. Health care standards are lower in small cities. UnitedHealthcare Global recommends that travelers and foreign visitors seek care in private facilities in larger cities, particularly Istanbul. Name City Name Address Phone Number
Group Florence Nightingale Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital Istanbul 166 Abidei Hurriyet Cadesi Sisli +90 212 375 6565
Medicana Health Group Medicana International Ankara Hospital Ankara 2165 Sogutozu Caddesi Sokak No. 6 Cankaya +90 312 292 9292
Baskent University Hospital Ankara Fevzi Cakmak Caddesi 10 Sokak No. 45 Bahcelievler +90 312 203 6868
Cankaya Hospital Ankara Bulten Sokak, 44 Kavaklıdere Cankaya +90 312 426 1450
Guven Hospital Ankara Simsek Sokak 29 Kavaklıdere +90 312 457 2525
Koc University Hospital Istanbul Davutpaşa Caddesi, 4 Topkapı +90 850 250 8250
American Hospital Istanbul Güzelbahçe Sok, No. 20 Vali Konagi Cd Nişantaşı +90 212 444 3777
Bayindir Hospital Sogutozu Ankara 1443 Kizilirmak Mahallesi Caddesi No. 17 Sogutozu +90 312 287 9000
Boylam Psychiatry Hospital Ankara Anadolu (TEM) Highway Akıncı Gişeleri Yanı Kazan +90 312 812 0012
Hisar Intercontinental Hospital Istanbul Saray Mah. Site Yolu Sok. # 7 Umraniye (Asian side) +90 216 524 13 00
"The information contained in this section was developed by UnitedHealthcare Global in collaboration with Harvard Medical International. Copyright 2018. This information is intended to provide accurate and helpful health information for the general public. The information should not be considered complete. It should not be used in place of a call or visit to a medical, health or other competent professional, who should be consulted before adopting any of the suggestions contained or drawing inferences from it. UnitedHealthcare Global specifically disclaim all responsibility for any liability, loss or risk, personal or otherwise, which is incurred as a consequence, directly or indirectly, of the use and application of any of the material in this section." Disclaimer World Watch® is confidential and is intended solely for the information and use of UnitedHealthcare Global's clients. Given the nature of the information, UnitedHealthcare Global does not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of the information because agencies outside the control of UnitedHealthcare Global contribute information to World Watch®. While UnitedHealthcare Global vets and verifies all information with the utmost care and consideration for the end user, UnitedHealthcare Global does not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of the information and specifically disclaims all responsibility for any liability, loss or risk, personal or otherwise, which is incurred as a consequence, directly or indirectly, of the use and application of, or reliance upon, any of the information on this site, including customized reports created by clients. Any alteration or modification of the content of World Watch®, either from the website or via printed reports, is strictly prohibited.
For more information please contact us at [email protected] or visit www.uhcglobal.com Copyright Copyright © 2018 UnitedHealthcare Global. All rights reserved. For Terms and Conditions go to Terms Of Use
World Watch® Report from UnitedHealthcare Global World Watch® Report from UnitedHealthcare Global