ANKARA - "I clearly asked for support from the ANAVATAN during this process. I also stated that I would respect to their decision whatever it is," said Turkish FM Abdullah Gul --who is Justice & Development Party`s (AKP) candidate for presidential election-- following his meeting with leader of the Motherland Party (ANAVATAN) Erkan Mumcu Tuesday.
Speaking after his meeting with Mumcu, Gul said, "constitutional process goes on. I have submitted my formal application regarding the presidential candidacy. I am visiting the party leaders within this scope."