And the separatist terrorist organization, PKK, had easy access to Turkey to, inside Turkey.

But if we leave them alone, just satisfying ourselves with social work, economic work and the building up of a national army, it can make progress, hopefully within a short time.

It can be rebuilt if other countries with selfish interests will not meddle, as has been done in the past.

We have in the last two years, we have passed 350 legislation in the parliament, most of which deal with democratization, human rights, and of course, economy.

Those wanting to improve democracy in their countries should not wait for permission.

Ataturk sent several Turkish staff officers to Afghanistan, helped them build their own army.

And it is essential that in fighting terrorism, sacrifices should not be made on democracy.