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Erhurman: Decree Has Shattered Trust, We Cannot Remain Silent

Erhurman: Decree Has Shattered Trust, We Cannot Remain Silent

President Tufan Erhurman has strongly criticized the decree with the force of law introducing changes to the cost-of-living adjustment for public employees and pensioners, warning that it has deepened a crisis of trust in society.

Publish Date: 31/03/26 14:12
reading time: 2 min.
Erhurman: Decree Has Shattered Trust, We Cannot Remain Silent
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In a statement, Erhurman said the decree could have serious consequences for the constitutional order, institutional relations within the state, and crisis management, stressing that trust—one of the most needed elements in society—has been undermined.

Referring to Article 102 of the Constitution, he recalled that the President, as head of state, represents the unity of the state and society. Within this role, he said, the Presidency is responsible for ensuring respect for the Constitution and the orderly and uninterrupted functioning of public affairs.

Erhurman stated that all necessary efforts had been made to establish constructive dialogue with the government, but the decision in question was taken without informing all segments of society and the institutional structure of the state. Under these circumstances, he said, it is not possible for the Presidency to remain silent.

He added that the decision, taken at a time when the public is experiencing a serious crisis of confidence and concern, has further eroded trust, emphasizing that the Presidency will not remain indifferent to the process.

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