Migration: Conspiracy or Destiny for Turkey?

Migration: Is It the Destiny of Our Geography, or Are There Big Games Behind the Scenes?

 

As Turkey grapples with over four million (some say more than 5 million) migrants, we must consider that the burden is not just a "problem," but could be part of a much deeper and darker plan. The numbers are just the tip of the iceberg.

 

The Truth Behind the Statistics: The Anatomy of the Burden

Within Turkey's population of over 85 million, "official data" for 2024-2025 indicates that more than 3 million Syrians and approximately 1 million other foreign nationals reside. More than 5% of the country's population consists of foreigners. While this ratio might seem high compared to "developed" European countries, the real issue is how the burden is managed. Metropolises like Istanbul and provinces bordering Syria are overwhelmed by the density. Resources are insufficient, and infrastructure is on the verge of collapse. This is not just statistics; it's an alarm bell ringing for the country's future.

 

Economic Cogs and Hidden Hands: Who Benefits?

It is said that foreign migration both burdens and contributes to the economy. Labor gaps in agriculture, construction, and manufacturing sectors are filled by migrants, and thousands of Syrian businesses are established. But is it truly a "gain"? The prevalence of unregistered employment and the low rate of work permits constitute the dark side of these contributions. While migrants are exploited, the state is deprived of tax revenues. The fact that 35% of Syrian school-aged children were deprived of education in 2022 shows how enormous the future social cost will be. The question of who benefits from this system lingers in our minds.

 

Societal Fault Lines and Incited Xenophobia

The anti-refugee riots in Kayseri in July 2024 are an indicator of how dangerous the level of social tension has become. Factors causing this dangerous situation include economic difficulties, lack of cultural integration, and xenophobia fueled by media manipulation, all deepening societal fault lines. If tensions do not arise spontaneously, could they be incited by certain circles? The impossibility of social harmony further fuels the fire.

 

Policy Labyrinth: Lack of Strategy or Deliberate Game?

Turkey's migration policies follow a reactive and uncertain course. The "temporary protection" status is far from offering a long-term solution. Political approaches, ranging from calls for repatriation to welcoming rhetoric, serve political interests rather than a consistent strategy. Turkey's role as a transit route to Europe and the continuation of irregular migration further complicate the labyrinth. The exclusion of civil society and local governments in political and policy-making processes raises suspicions that "political lack of strategy" might be a deliberate game.

 

EU Funds: Aid or Control Mechanism?

The billions of euros distributed by the European Union in exchange for managing refugee flows raise suspicions about whether it is a helping hand or a control mechanism over Turkey. The sustainability of the funds, their effectiveness in meeting the real needs of refugees, and their potential to benefit Turkish state institutions harbor serious question marks. Deficiencies in transparency and oversight of the funds inevitably lead to questioning the true intentions behind the "aid."

 

The Game in Syria and the Impossibility of Returns

The ongoing changes in the political landscape of Syria fuel discussions about voluntary returns. However, refugees' justified reluctance to return due to ongoing instability, violence, chaos, and ethnic persecution in Syria renders these discussions meaningless. The lack of conditions necessary for returns to comply with international legal norms and to occur safely and honorably suggests that the situation is not merely "destiny" but part of an international game.

 

Systemic Fragility: Management Crisis or Part of a Plan?

The situation Turkey faces is not just about "too many people." The lack of a coordinated long-term plan and the politicization of migration with tales of "Ansar and Muhajir" are dragging the country into systemic fragility. The inadequacy of data collection, analysis, and monitoring mechanisms in migration management raises the question: is it a management crisis, or could it be a deliberate part of a larger plan?

 

Conclusion: The Truth Behind the Curtain and Time to Act

Turkey's migration dynamics involve multi-layered and complex challenges beyond the simple label of "problem." The fundamental issue lies in policy and perceptual matters such as the lack of long-term planning and political exploitation. However, we must emphasize that the situation is not merely "destiny," but that complex and covert operational plans are at play behind the scenes.

Our geography has become a chessboard for major powers. Gaining conscious awareness and taking action is the only way to stop being a pawn in the game. Otherwise, our future will be shaped by others.

 

Source: Global Disclosure