Rober Koptas, 32, previously a columnist for Agos weekly, was appointed as the editor-in-chief of the bilingual newspaper, as Etyen Mahcupyan moves into a new role as publishing consultant. The change, Mahcupyan said, will start with this week’s issue of the paper, Hurriyet Daily News reported.
“We will hold a press conference together with Koptas next week and make a joint statement. It would be inappropriate for me to speak prior to the press conference without his presence,” Mahcupyan said.
Longtime journalist Mahcupyan took the job with the Dink family’s consent after Hrant Dink was assassinated in 2007. he said he will honor Dink’s legacy and the founding principles of the newspaper in his new role while allowing a young editorial team to bring Agos into the future.
According to sources close to the Dink family, the paper may hire additional new staff soon.
