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“Canal Istanbul will take its place in history as one of Türkiye’s most important values”

Speaking at the groundbreaking ceremony of Canal Istanbul Sazlıdere Bridge, President Erdoğan said: “Canal Istanbul, whose contributions to Turkey are too great not to be compared to its project cost, will take its place in history as one of Turkey’s most important values.” President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan delivered a speech at the groundbreaking ceremony of Canal Istanbul Sazlıdere Bridge. “Today, we are turning a new page in Turkey’s history of development,” President Erdoğan said, noting that a new one is being added today to the steps taken to develop Turkey and strengthen the...

President Erdoğan congratulates Turkish women’s national volleyball team

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan congratulated the Turkish Women's National Volleyball Team on winning the bronze medal in the 2021 FIVB Volleyball Nations League by defeating Japan 3-0 in the third-place match. Following the match against Japan, President Erdoğan held a phone conversation with National Team's Manager Pelin Çelik and congratulated the entire team on their accomplishment. Noting that he followed the match attentively, President Erdoğan added that he was proud of 'the Sultans of the Net's success and that he believed they would achieve a successful result in the upcoming Olympic Games in Tokyo. Eda Erdem Dündar,...

“Türkiye will never compromise its will to uphold its gains in democracy and development”

Speaking at AK Party's Extended Provincial Advisory Meeting in Hatay, President Erdoğan said: “Turkey, one body with its state and people, never has and never will compromise its will to uphold the gains it has achieved in democracy and development as a result of its great efforts and sacrifices.” President and Justice and Development (AK) Party Chairman Recep Tayyip Erdoğan delivered a speech at AK Party’s Extended Provincial Advisory Meeting in Hatay. Underscoring that the main purpose of the ongoing attacks carried out against, aspersions casted on and smear campaigns run against AK Party is to undermine...

“We are determined to ensure a more prosperous life for each one of our 84 million citizens”

Addressing citizens in Hatay, President Erdoğan said: “We are determined to introduce greater services in Hatay, just like other cities in Turkey, and to ensure a more advanced democracy and a more prosperous life for each one of our 84 million citizens.” President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan addressed citizens during a ceremony for the inauguration of Hatay Stadium, MOBSAN Industrial Site and other projects and for the launch of BOTAS Ertuğrul Gazi Floating LNG Storage and Gasification Vessel in the province of Hatay. “WE HAVE EQUIPPED ALL OF TURKEY’S 81 PROVINCES WITH THE MOST DEVELOPED INFRASTRUCTURE” Drawing attention to...

President Erdoğan, President Putin of Russia talk over phone

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan held a phone conversation with President Vladimir Putin of Russia. The call addressed Türkiye-Russia relations and regional developments. Expressing his pleasure that the flights from Russia to Türkiye had resumed as of June 22, President Erdoğan stated that the steps that would be taken to achieve the goal of 100-billion-dollar trade volume between Türkiye and Russia would be discussed at the Joint Economic Commission Meeting planned to be held in Moscow on July 30. Noting that during his visit to Shusha, he had witnessed in person the destruction caused by Armenians in the...

President Erdoğan issues circular on celebration of June 30 as “Foster Family Day”

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan issued a circular on the celebration of June 30 as “Foster Family Day”. President Erdoğan stated in the circular published in the Official Gazette that children need a family environment that will protect and nurture them while also providing their social and economic requirements for a healthy growth. President Erdoğan stressed the importance of the family as the necessary and fundamental setting for children to grow securely and become contributing members of society, and noted the following: "In cases the family fails to fulfil this responsibility, child may be placed under state protection. Foster...

Ambassadors of Rwanda, The Gambia and Nigeria present their credentials to President Erdoğan

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan received Ambassadors of Rwanda, The Gambia and Nigeria. During the receptions held at the Presidential Complex, Ambassador Fidelis Ntampaka Mironko of Rwanda, Ambassador Sering Modou Njie of The Gambia and Ambassador Ismail Abba Yusuf of Nigeria presented their letters of credence to President Erdoğan. After the ambassadors’ families and some of the embassy representatives were introduced to President Erdoğan, a souvenir photo was taken.

Presidential High Advisory Board convenes under President Erdoğan’s chairmanship

Presidential High Advisory Board convened under the chairmanship of President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan at the Presidential Complex. Presidency's Director of Communications Fahrettin Altun issued a written statement regarding the meeting. According to the statement, the Board Members exchanged views on justice, the law and the new constitution. Indicating that justice is the foundation of the state as the independent and impartial judiciary is the foundation of the justice, the Board Members expressed that the Turkish nation, together with all its individuals, was worthy of law and democracy in the most advanced standards without discrimination. Pointing out that justice services...