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President Erdoğan, PM Sharif of Pakistan talk over phone

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan spoke by phone with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif of Pakistan. The call addressed the tension between India and Pakistan, the attack that took place on the night of May 6, and recent developments. Voicing Türkiye’s solidarity with Pakistan, President Erdoğan offered his condolences for the Pakistanis martyred in the attack and wished a speedy recovery to the wounded. Noting that Türkiye supports the calm and restrained policy pursued by Pakistan in this process, President Erdoğan stated that Pakistan’s proposal for an impartial, transparent and trustworthy international investigation into the Jammu...

Head of Communications Altun’s statement on President Erdoğan’s meeting with Prime Minister Sudani of Iraq

Presidency's Head of Communications Fahrettin Altun announced in a post shared on his social media account that President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan is scheduled to receive Prime Minister Mohammed Shia' Al Sudani of Iraq tomorrow. In his post, Head of Communications Altun stated that Prime Minister Mohammed Shia' Al Sudani of Iraq is scheduled to make an official visit to Türkiye, adding, "President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan will receive Prime Minister Mohammed Shia' Al Sudani of Iraq, who will be accompanied by a high-level delegation during his official visit to our country, at the Presidential Complex tomorrow. The 'T...

“Our goal is to make Türkiye a net exporter in resources and technology”

Speaking at the mass opening ceremony of 2024 Renewable Energy Investments, President Erdoğan said: “Our goal is to reduce imports, alleviate our energy bill, and ultimately make Türkiye a net exporter in resources and technology. Making more use of our country’s vast renewable energy potential and maximizing electricity generation from renewable resources constitute the key components of our energy strategy.” President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan delivered a speech at the mass opening ceremony of 2024 Renewable Energy Investments in Ankara. “Our country’s energy needs have tripled over the last two decades. According to our forecasts, our electricity demand...

Directorate of Communications organises “Synthetic Media and Information Security” Workshop

The Directorate of Communications organised the "Synthetic Media and Information Security Workshop," which was attended by Minister of Interior Ali Yerlikaya. In his opening address of the workshop, Minister Yerlikaya pointed out the significance of the concept of "synthetic media," referring to it as artificially generated video, audio, image, or text content that is fake but appears genuine. Minister Yerlikaya stated that synthetic media is not merely a topic of technology but also an area that is open to provocation, where reality, security, and social peace are put to the test. He also noted that the opportunities brought by the...

“As long as the voice of the Anatolian media is loud and strong, our democracy will flourish”

Speaking at the 10th Anatolian Media Awards Ceremony, President Erdoğan said: “If there is Anatolian media, there is the voice of the nation. As long as the voice of the Anatolian media is loud and strong, our democracy will flourish and continue to rise on solid foundations.” President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan delivered a speech at the 10th Anatolian Media Awards Ceremony at the Presidential Complex. “Those who seek the truth, those who pursue what is right, those who try to carry the heavy burden of being the fourth estate do not only report news. Those who act with...

President Erdoğan, President Trump of the U.S. talk over phone

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan spoke by phone with President Donald J. Trump of the United States of America. The call addressed the Türkiye-U.S. bilateral relations, as well as regional and global issues.  President Erdoğan stated that Türkiye will continue to take steps to enhance the cooperation between Türkiye and the U.S. in many areas, particularly in the defense industry.  Noting that he supports President Trump’s approach toward ending wars, President Erdoğan expressed appreciation for the efforts exerted to maintain the negotiation process with Iran and stop the war between...

“Turkish Red Crescent is present wherever it is needed”

Addressing the Turkish Red Crescent (Kızılay) General Assembly, President Erdoğan said: “The Turkish Red Crescent, Türkiye’s most established civil society organization, continues to be present today as well wherever it is needed. It is indeed a long-standing army of benevolence whose history and services make us all proud.” President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan delivered a speech at the Turkish Red Crescent’s 105th General Assembly in Ankara. “Turkish Red Crescent has extended our country's helping  hand to the people affected by wars in Palestine, Syria, Somalia, Afghanistan, Bosnia, Iraq” President Erdoğan...

President Erdoğan addresses journalists’ questions on return flight from TRNC

President Erdoğan stated, "We will not tolerate attempts that disturb the peace of the island, provoke sensitivities, or seek to incite unrest." President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan commented on recent developments while addressing journalists' questions on his return flight from the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC). President Erdoğan marked the completion of his one-day visit to the TRNC, noting the inauguration of the Republic Complex, which was constructed by Türkiye within three years, during his visit.  President Erdoğan remarked that the project they brought to the TRNC under the motto “Strong state, respectable future”...

President Erdoğan returns home from TRNC

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has returned to İstanbul after concluding completing his programme in the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC). Upon his arrival at Atatürk Airport, President Erdoğan was received by Vice President Cevdet Yılmaz and Istanbul Governor Davut Gül. President Erdoğan was accompanied on his return to Türkiye by Minister of Health Kemal Memişoğlu, Minister of Youth and Sports Osman Aşkın Bak, Minister of Trade Ömer Bolat, AK Party Deputy Chairman and Spokesperson Ömer Çelik, Presidency’s Head of Communications Fahrettin Altun, Chairman of the Council of...