Turkish Populist Nationalism in Transnational Space: Explaining Diaspora Voting Behaviour in Homeland Elections

Turkey has seen a surge in populist nationalism over the last decade. How this played out transnational space through overseas Turkish citizens’ voting behaviour remains understudied, however. This article takes up question, focusing on how populist–nationalist appeals of ruling AKP have been received by citizens Europe. Specifically, it asks why such resonated highly with voters some host countries but not others. The study suggests that expatriates from facing more discrimination are likely to be wooed discourse homeland. findings draw official statements and speeches, electoral data, European Union Minorities Discrimination Survey, newspaper articles, secondary sources.