Türkiye’s Cabinet to discuss minimum wage, global issues, Syria normalization

Türkiye’s Cabinet, chaired by President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, convenes Monday at the Presidential Complex to address pressing domestic and international issues.

The primary focus of the meeting will be 2025 adjustments to the minimum wage, as well as pension and civil servant salaries. Minister of Labor and Social Security Vedat Isikhan will present updates on preliminary studies for the wage adjustments.

President Erdogan previously commented on the issue, stating, “Last year, we increased the minimum wage by 107.5% to protect workers against inflation. This year, we gave a 49% increase, matching inflation rates. Our goal remains ensuring that no segment of society is impacted negatively by inflation.”

Inflation, price controls, and economic stability

The Cabinet also expected to address Türkiye’s strategies for combating inflation and managing price surges. Plans to stabilize the economy through regulatory measures and enhanced trade strategies will be discussed.

Focus on foreign policy and conflict risks

Global political developments, including the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war and its potential to escalate into broader conflict, will be a significant topic during the meeting. The Cabinet will also review the situation in Gaza, ceasefire developments, and regional stability in the Middle East.

Anti-terror operations and domestic security

Updates on cross-border military operations in northern Iraq and Syria, particularly the ongoing Claw-Lock operation, will be presented. The government’s anti-terrorism measures, including appointing trustees to municipalities linked to terror affiliations, will also be discussed.

Türkiye-Syria normalization efforts

The Cabinet will discuss current progress in normalizing relations with Syria. President Erdogan recently reiterated his optimism for resolving differences with Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, emphasizing Türkiye’s willingness to improve bilateral ties.