2001 in Turkey

In this article, we will explore everything related to 2001 in Turkey, from its origins to its impact on modern society. 2001 in Turkey has been a topic of interest for decades, its roots go back to ancient times and its relevance is still palpable today. Throughout history, 2001 in Turkey has sparked debate, been a source of inspiration for artists, and had a significant impact on popular culture. In this article, we will examine the most relevant aspects of 2001 in Turkey, from its meaning in society to its evolution over time.

← 2000 1999 1998 2001 in Turkey → 2002 2003 2004
Centuries:	20th 21st
Decades:	1980s 1990s 2000s 2010s 2020s
See also:	List of years in Turkey

Events in the year 2001 in Turkey.

Incumbents

• President: Ahmet Necdet Sezer
• Prime Minister: Bülent Ecevit

Events

• July - 2001 sex strike for running water: 600 women in a village near the city of Siirt go on a sex strike in order to get a broken water system fixed.^[1]

Deaths

• 1 April - Ayhan Şahenk, Turkish businessman, founded Doğuş Holding (b. 1929)
• 11 September - Hikmet Şimşek.
• 22 September - Fikret Kızılok.

References

1. ^ Firke, Mar, "Turkish women hold sex strike for water system repair, 2001", Global Nonviolent Action Database, Swarthmore College, April 13, 2014.