Erdogan says early Turkish election neither desirable nor unthinkable

Erdogan says early Turkish election neither desirable nor unthinkable

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Istanbul, Jan. 13, 2017 (Reuters/NAN) Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan on Friday said  early elections would not be out of question if parliament becomes unable to do its job as lawmakers debate constitutional changes which would introduce a full presidential system.

Speaking to reporters after Friday prayers, Erdogan said he had always been against early elections and he hoped the constitutional reform talks would be completed this week.

Parliament approved key articles of the reform package in an initial vote, bringing the executive presidency sought by Erdogan a step closer. (dpa/NAN)

(Edited by Celine-Damilola Oyewole/Julius Enehikhuere)