The Turkish government is including state hospitals and clinics in its privatization plans, saying the privatization decision is being made under a presidential decree.
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Turkish opposition has called for government clarification regarding the privatization of state hospitals and health clinics.
Treasury and Finance Minister Nureddin Nebati responded that the privatization is being carried out according to a presidential decree, without providing additional details.
The plan concerns the privatization of numerous properties including primary care clinics and hospitals, and raises health and social issues in the country.
The Turkish government is planning to privatize state hospitals and clinics under a presidential decree, but has refused to disclose details of the process or timeline, triggering opposition protests and public concern over the future of health services.
If privatization is implemented, healthcare costs could rise for millions of Turks who rely on free or low-cost state hospitals and clinics. The lack of transparency on these plans means citizens cannot plan for their future medical needs or pressure decision-makers before the policy is implemented.
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