Ottoman Foreign Policy During the Tanzimat Era

Source: (PDF) A Study on the Turkish Foreign Policy and Foreign Relation in the Ottoman Empire with a Special reference of the Tanzimat Era (2025-06-29)

The article examines the evolution of Ottoman foreign policy and international relations during the Tanzimat period, a time of significant reform and modernization in the 19th century. It highlights how the Ottoman Empire sought to adapt to the changing geopolitical landscape by balancing European powers, modernizing its administrative and military structures, and attempting to maintain sovereignty amidst external pressures. The Tanzimat reforms aimed to strengthen the empire internally while also redefining its diplomatic strategies to secure its territorial integrity and political independence. Furthermore, the study explores the impact of European influence on Ottoman foreign relations, including treaties, diplomatic negotiations, and the empire's efforts to align with Western powers. It emphasizes the importance of the Tanzimat era in shaping the modern Turkish foreign policy framework, illustrating how internal reforms and external diplomatic engagements were interconnected in the empire’s broader strategy to survive and adapt in a rapidly changing international environment.

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