Possibility of a new page and more open dialogue between the two Presidents
Ali Cinar appeared on Al Jazeera's Newshour segment on April 19th, 2017 to discuss President Erdogan's comments on U.S. relations. Ali Cinar discussed that President Erdogan is hopeful for a new page with President Trump's administration. With an upcoming visit to Washington, President Erdogan is expected to discuss two important issues in U.S.-Turkey relations: U.S. support to PYD, and the extradition of Fethullah Gulen. Ali Cinar explained that he expects a better, more open dialogue between President Trump and President Erdogan, specifically in relation to military cooperation between U.S. and Turkey in Syria.