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Turkey eyes to strengthen security, economy after polls

Campaigning is well underway in Turkey for presidential and parliamentary elections on June 24. We take a look at some of the post-election challenges.

Reuters

Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan announces his governing AK Party's manifesto in Ankara, Turkey, May 24, 2018.

Turkey is aiming to strengthen its security situation along the border with Syria and reinforce de-escalation zones in its war-torn neighbour after June 24 elections, analysts say.

President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has already said in recent weeks that there will be more operations in Syria.

Turkey's economy is another area which needs focus following the presidential and parliamentary elections, analysts say.

TRT World's Andrew Hopkins reports on post-election challenges.