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Ali Babacan

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Ali Babacan is a Turkish economist, politician, and former diplomat who held senior government posts during the administrations of Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdoğan. He served as minister of foreign affairs from 2007 to 2009 and as minister of the economy and deputy prime minister at different times. In 2020, he founded the Democracy and Progress Party, commonly known as DEVA.

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What government roles did Ali Babacan hold?

Ali Babacan served as Turkey's foreign minister from 2007 to 2009. He also held economy and deputy prime minister roles under Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdoğan.

Was Ali Babacan an economist before entering politics?

Yes. He is a Turkish economist who later became a politician and diplomat, combining economic policy work with senior government service.

When was Ali Babacan Turkey's foreign minister?

He served as foreign minister from 2007 to 2009. His wider government career also included responsibility for the economy.

What is Ali Babacan known for outside the foreign ministry?

He is known for serving as Turkey's economy minister and deputy prime minister. Those roles made him a major figure in the country's economic policy during Erdoğan's administrations.