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Is Germany and Turkey allies?
As one of the Turkey’s important allies in Europe, we have multi-faceted relations with Germany, which include political, economic, military and human dimensions with a long-standing background. High-level mutual visits as well as contacts at technical levels are being held regularly.
What are some cultural traditions in Germany?
Authentic German Traditions
- Schultüte on the first day of school. The Schultüte is a traditional German gift that was established during the 19th century.
- Fireworks on New Year’s Eve.
- Watching “Dinner For One’ on New Year’s Eve.
- Reinfeiern.
- Karneval.
- Tanz in den Mai.
- Tanzverbot.
- Tatort.
What is the relationship between Turkish culture and German culture?
Turks who immigrated to Germany brought cultural elements with them, including the Turkish language and Islam. These cultural values are often passed down to their children and descendants, but Turkish Germans are also increasingly secular.
What is the status of Turkish immigrants in Germany?
Turkish immigrants make up Germany’s largest immigrant group and have been ranked last in Berlin Institute’s integration ranking. [76] [77] During a speech in Düsseldorf in 2011, Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdoğan urged Turks in Germany to integrate , but not assimilate , a statement that caused a political outcry in Germany.
How did Turkish become a second language in Germany?
Turkish is the second most spoken language in Germany, after German. It was brought to the country by Turkish immigrants who spoke it as their first language. These immigrants mainly learned German through employment, mass media, and social settings, and it has now become a second language for many of them.
What issues do Turks face while leaving in Germany?
There are several issues that Turks face in while leaving in Germany. The Turks are treated as aliens not as part of the German society. Even though some of the Turks have stayed in the country for years and some are born in Germany they are treated with alienation. When it comes to education they are faced by bilingual illiteracy.
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