Director of Communications Altun remarked, “Türkiye is branding itself today under the leadership of our President, with its proactive stance in the face of global crises and diplomatic, political, humanitarian, military and economical solutions developed along the axis of deep-rooted values.” The Presidency's Directorate of Communications hosted a panel discussion on "Türkiye-Qatar Nation Branding" in Doha as part of the FIFA World Cup 2022 organisation. Director of Communications Altun stated in a video message to panellists that Türkiye and Qatar are two friendly and brotherly countries that have overcome the challenges they faced on the world stage through...
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President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine thanked President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan for his efforts in extending the grain corridor. In a video message he shared on his Telegram account, President Zelensky of Ukraine indicated that they are still working to solve the country’s energy problems and noted that the Russian-targeted energy infrastructure in Ukraine is still being repaired. Highlighting the continued problems with the delivery of energy services in 17 cities and regions, particularly in the capital Kyiv, President Zelensky of Ukraine stated that they are working to find solutions for Kherson's energy problems. President Zelensky of Ukraine informed that...
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan spoke by phone with President Ersin Tatar of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC). Having sent a written message on the 39th anniversary of the foundation of the TRNC, President Erdoğan reiterated his congratulations. Noting that the family picture has now been completed after the TRNC became an observer member of the Organization of Turkic States, President Erdoğan stated that they will continue their efforts in line with the historic call he made on the international community for the recognition of the TRNC during his address to the UN General Assembly.
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan spoke by phone with President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine. The call addressed the Russia-Ukraine war and the developments regarding the grain corridor. President Erdoğan thanked President Zelensky for his constructive attitude toward the extension of the Istanbul Agreement on grain exports. Noting the positive experiences gained from the grain agreement and the prisoner exchange, President Erdoğan said it would benefit everyone to extend this understanding to the negotiation avenue, particularly ceasefire. President Erdoğan also thanked President Zelensky for his condolences over the terrorist attack in Istanbul.
In his address to the 11th General Assembly of the International Conference of Asian Political Parties (ICAPP) meeting, Director of Communications Altun stated, "Our President leads efforts to address the international system's injustices –starting with the UN Security Council— with the motto: 'The world is bigger than five.' We believe that 'a fairer world will be possible' once we reach that goal." Noting that Türkiye is a unique and strategically important country because it is part of multiple continents and regions, Director of Communications Altun stated that Türkiye has played an active role in all issues...
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan spoke by phone with President Vladimir Putin of Russia. The call addressed Türkiye-Russia relations and regional issues, particularly developments about the grain corridor. President Erdoğan thanked President Putin for his constructive stance regarding the 120-day extension of the İstanbul agreement on grain export. Diplomatic contacts should be revived since the prolongation of the Russia-Ukraine war will further increase the risks, said President Erdoğan, adding that the talks between Russian and U.S. intelligence heads in İstanbul play a crucial role in preventing an uncontrolled escalation on the ground. Expressing his pleasure over...
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan extended his condolences to the people of Palestine for the fire that broke out at a building in the Jabalia Refugee Camp in the northern Gaza Strip, resulting in the deaths of 21 people. In a post shared on his social media account, President Erdoğan said, " We are deeply saddened by the tragic fire incident that took place in Gaza and claimed the lives of 21 of our Palestinian brothers, including children. I wish Allah's mercy upon the victims who died in the painful accident, patience to their families, a speedy recovery to the injured, and...
Many countries, including the United Nations (UN) and the European Union (EU), appraised Ankara for its commitment to extending the Black Sea Grain Initiative in line with the decision taken between Türkiye, the United Nations (UN), the Russian Federation and Ukraine. Türkiye continues to play an active role in global grain shipment, interrupted by the war between Russia and Ukraine. The grain shipment agreement, carried out under the coordination of Ankara for the solution of the global food crisis, was signed in İstanbul on July 22, under the auspices of President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, between Ukraine, Russia, T...
United Nations (UN) Secretary-General Antonio Guterres thanked President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and Türkiye after the extension of the grain deal between Russia and Ukraine and said, "Without their generosity and commitment, this initiative would never have been born." In a statement posted on his social media account following the 120-day extension of the grain deal signed by Russia and Ukraine through the mediation of Türkiye and the United Nations, UN Secretary-General Guterres expressed his satisfaction with the extension. Thanking President Erdoğan and Türkiye, UN Secretary-General Guterres said, "Without their generosity and commitment, this initiative would...