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International agreements published in Official Gazette

Nine international agreements approved by President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan were published in the Official Gazette. The decision regarding the approval of the "Air Services Agreement between the Government of the Republic of Türkiye and the Government of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan", signed on March 27, 2016, in Amman, was published in the Official Gazette. The agreement aims to promote the development of international aviation services by supporting the competitive international aviation system among airlines and mutual relations in the field of civil aviation. The decision regarding the approval of the "Trade and Economic Cooperation Agreement between the Government of...

President Erdoğan, President-elect Lula da Silva of Brazil talk over phone

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan spoke by phone with President-elect Lula da Silva of Brazil. President Erdoğan congratulated Mr. Lula da Silva on being elected President of Brazil, and wished him success in his new tenure beginning on January 1. President Erdoğan voiced his belief that the bilateral relations, which they elevated together to the level of “strategic partnership” in 2010, would further advance in the new period. President Erdoğan also expressed that the cooperation between Türkiye and Brazil as two great countries and members of the G20 would be direction-setter in dealing with global challenges.

President Erdoğan, President Umaro Sissoco Embalo of Guinea-Bissau talk over phone

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan spoke by phone with President Umaro Sissoco Embalo of Guinea-Bissau. The call addressed steps that will enhance the Türkiye- Guinea-Bissau relations and regional matters. The two leaders agreed on improving trade and economic relations as well as cooperation on the spheres of military and defense industry. President Erdoğan expressed his happiness over the allocation of land for a school to be built by Türkiye Maarif Foundation in Guinea-Bissau. President Erdoğan said that he follows with appreciation the efforts by President Umaro Sissoco Embalo of Guinea-Bissau, who is also the Chairman of...

President Erdoğan attends consultation meeting with district muftis

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan delivered a speech at a consultation meeting with district muftis at the Exhibition Hall within the Presidential Complex.  Greeting all members of the Religious Affairs Presidency, serving in 922 districts of Türkiye’s 81 provinces, President Erdoğan said: “Various matters, ranging from the protection of family to education policies and religious services in light of new developments in the world, will be discussed during the congress. I believe the results to be accumulated through the assessments, experience-sharing and workshops here, will guide you in your religious services and efforts for counselling. The congress will...

President Erdoğan, President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud of Somalia talk over phone

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan spoke by phone with President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud of Somalia. President Erdoğan condemned the terror attack in Mogadishu on October 29. President Erdoğan wished Allah’s mercy on the people who lost their lives in the heinous attack, and speedy recovery to the injured. Underscoring that they would continue their strong support to Somalia’s fight against terror, President Erdoğan said that Türkiye stood with Somalia and the Somali people as always.

President Erdoğan extends his condolences to the family of Mevlüde Genç, who passed away in Germany

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan extended his condolences to the family of Mevlüde Genç, who lost five members of her family in the 1993 Solingen attack. In a post on social media, President Erdoğan stated that he spoke to her husband Durmuş and son Kamil Genç on the phone and extended his condolences. Wishing Allah’s mercy upon Genç, President Erdoğan said, “Despite the great pain she endured, the dignified and resolute stance of Ms Mevlüde will continue to serve as an example for Europe and all humanity. On this occasion, I once again commemorate with mercy...

“We have identified healthcare as one of the most ambitious areas of our Century of Türkiye”

Speaking at the 8th Turkish Medical World Congress, President Erdoğan said: “We have identified healthcare as one of the most ambitious areas of our Century of Türkiye. Our qualified labor force, which we have enriched with our city hospitals we have built with giant investments and innovative cooperation methods, plays a huge role in this success.” President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan made a speech at the 8th Turkish Medical World Congress in Istanbul. “THE CENTURY OF TÜRKİYE WILL BECOME A GUIDE FOR ALL OF US” “We are designing the Century of Türkiye, which we...

Special 3D mapping displays on Republic Day watched with delight

The Presidency's Directorate of Communications displayed 3D mapping displays and LED videos at historical locations in Istanbul and Ankara under the theme "We are Growing with the Republic; we are Entering the Century of Türkiye." The Presidency's Directorate of Communications displayed 3D mapping displays and LED videos on the occasion of October 29 Republic Day at historical locations in Istanbul and Ankara under the theme "We are Growing with the Republic; we are Entering the Century of Türkiye." According to a written statement from the Presidency's Directorate of Communications, the three-dimensional visuals featuring cutting-edge designs were presented to the...

“Togg is the shared pride of 85 million people”

Speaking at the opening ceremony of Togg Gemlik Facility, President Erdoğan said: “With this first vehicle we rolled off the series production line, we are witnessing a 60-year-old dream come true. Therefore, we say Togg is the shared pride of Türkiye and 85 million people.”  President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan delivered a speech at the opening ceremony of Togg Gemlik Facility. Beginning his remarks by greeting the crowd, President Erdoğan said: “Happy 99th anniversary of our Republic! I remember with grace and gratitude our ancestors who made the Anatolian lands our homeland, the heroes of the...