EU-Turkey relations: Between political influence and economic success

How do political decisions change or influence macro- and microeconomic decisions? Which conflicts do political players experience while aiming for economic success? The ENP and other EU Neighborhood Policies are typical vehicles, which could provide the basis for business success of European companies in third countries and increase justice at same time. Turkey between 2000 and 2010 can be cited as an excellent example demonstrating clearly that different Neighborhood Policies have several impacts on all levels of a national economy of a third state. The author describes the EU Turkey relations, the following rule export and the resulting impact on the Turkish economy in general, as well as especially the development of five Turkish companies from 2000 until 2010. Based on the annual reports of EnerjiSA, Renaissance Construction, Turkcell, Turkish Airlines and Isbank, which represent core sectors of Turkish macro-economy, the author shows, how the diplomatic relations concerning a possible membership influenced their economic development as well as the development of the whole sector, in which they play a leading role.