Abdullah Gül’s rise to the presidency was not without challenges. His candidacy initially faced significant opposition from Turkey’s staunchly secularist establishment, which led to his nomination being temporarily blocked by the Constitutional Court. However, his perseverance and vision for a more inclusive and democratic Turkey ultimately saw him elected as the nation’s first Islamist President following the 2007 general election. Throughout his tenure, he championed democratic reforms, reinforcing Turkey’s position on the global stage while fostering stronger ties between Europe and the Middle East. His leadership reflected a blend of modernisation and tradition, positioning him as a figure capable of bridging diverse political ideologies.
Before his political ascent, Abdullah Gül gained valuable international experience as an economist at the Islamic Development Bank (IDB) from 1983 to 1991, where he developed a deep understanding of global financial systems. His political career began when he was elected as an MP for the Welfare Party in 1991, later joining the Virtue Party in 1998 after its predecessor was banned. As the party fractured, he aligned himself with Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, advocating for reform and moderation, and went on to co-found the Justice and Development Party (AKP) in 2001, which would later redefine Turkish politics.
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