Chief Public Prosecutor’s Office to Issue Written Opinion for BRTK
Minister of Public Works and Transport Erhan Arıklı has addressed the controversy surrounding the presidential election vote in the General Assembly of the Republic Assembly. In a statement to the press, Arıklı mentioned that there are differing interpretations of the situation and that a written opinion will be sought from the Chief Public Prosecutor’s Office.
Arıklı emphasized that having a significant number of votes is in line with democracy and highlighted the importance of acting according to the Internal Regulations. He denied allegations of tampering with the results report and emphasized the binding nature of the Chief Public Prosecutor’s opinion.
Regarding the political implications of the situation, Arıklı criticized the Internal Regulations and expressed his belief that the candidate with the most votes should be declared the winner. He also mentioned the possibility of selecting a new candidate if the Chief Public Prosecutor’s Office issues a negative opinion.
Despite concerns about the unity of the government, Arıklı assured that the Rebirth Party is prepared for any scenario, including early elections. He expressed disappointment in MPs who may have voted against their party and stressed the importance of ethical conduct during secret ballot votes.
Arıklı concluded by acknowledging the complexity of the situation and the need to abide by the Chief Public Prosecutor’s opinion. The Minister’s remarks shed light on the ongoing discussion surrounding the presidential election vote and the potential repercussions for the government and political landscape.
