The newcomers make the predecessors missed: 'Incompetence' crisis in AKP corridors

As discussions regarding a cabinet reshuffle continue in AKP corridors, it is reported that potential ministerial changes are causing unease within the party.

In particular, the preference for names close to President Erdoğan, while ignoring criteria of merit and success, is being criticized. Some party officials point out that the current ministers are more experienced and better acquainted with their work.

In her column reporting on the inner workings of the AKP, Nefes writer Nuray Babacan stated that proposals for a cabinet reshuffle generally point to new and inexperienced names, but that party members are opposed to this situation.

Those within the AKP who argue that changes should be made note that any newcomers would be in a "learning the ropes" phase for at least two years. The view is emerging that this would provide no contribution compared to the current ministers and would make the government less efficient.

Some AKP members argue that if a cabinet reshuffle occurs, the new ministers will be chosen for their proximity to Erdoğan rather than merit, and that these individuals will not be coming to their ministerial posts based on their success or talent.

Those who share this view state that the current ministers are at least more successful because they are already on top of the job. Comments such as "Even the worst current minister is in a much better position than those who would come in new" are frequently voiced in the corridors.

Criticisms of the new government system also continue. Some AKP members argue that the bureaucracy has weakened, that ministers and their teams are not sufficiently equipped, and that this situation leads to erroneous decision-making. It is pointed out that these shortcomings prevent the government from producing solutions to citizens' problems and create discomfort among the public.

Some AKP members state that in the upcoming election process, a cabinet consisting of experienced names who know the field and can make contact with the public would be more functional. Those who advocate this view recall that President Erdoğan usually makes cabinet changes mid-term and anticipate that some ministries may change before the election.

ANOTHER DISCUSSION IN THE CORRIDORS REGARDING CABINET RESHUFFLE

In AKP corridors, it is being discussed that in a possible cabinet reshuffle, ministers who have problems with their deputy ministers, those who are criticized for their direct contact with the public, and those who have harmony problems with the party base could be changed. However, it is stated that there is no clear assessment yet regarding the timing of the changes.

“THE DISCUSSIONS CANNOT BE PREDICTED”

The common opinion among party members is that a cabinet reshuffle could happen at any moment. The view, summarized as "It will happen at a time no one expects," shows that there is uncertainty in the party and that no clear explanation has been given as to when the process will conclude.

WHOSE POSITIONS MIGHT CHANGE?

In ruling party corridors, the names that stand out for a cabinet reshuffle include ministers who have problems with their deputies, those who are criticized in areas that directly touch the citizens, and those who have harmony problems within the party. However, it is not yet clear whether these names will definitely be changed.