According to data released by the Turkish Statistical Institute (TurkStat), the number of people emigrating from Turkey rose significantly compared to the previous year[1][2][3].
Key points about the increase in emigration:
- Percentage increase: Emigration from Turkey increased by 53% in 2023 compared to 2022[1][2][3].
Number of emigrants: More than 700,000 individuals, including both Turkish citizens and foreign nationals, left Turkey in 2023[3].
Comparison to previous year: This represents a substantial jump from the emigration figures of 2022, indicating a rapid acceleration in the trend.
The 53% increase can be considered sharp for several reasons:
- Magnitude: A year-over-year increase of more than 50% is significant in demographic terms.
- Short timeframe: This large increase occurred within a single year, suggesting a sudden change rather than a gradual trend.
- Potential impact: Such a rapid increase in emigration can have notable effects on Turkey’s demographics, economy, and society.
While the data clearly shows a sharp increase, it’s important to note that the reasons behind this surge in emigration are not provided in the given sources. Factors such as economic conditions, political climate, or other social issues could contribute to this trend, but further analysis would be needed to determine the specific causes.
Citations:
1. Bianet – Sharp Increase in Emigration from Turkey in 2023
2. Hürriyet Daily News – Türkiye Sees 53% Increase in Emigration
3. Turkish Minute – People Moving Overseas from Turkey Increased by 53% in 2023: TurkStat
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