Speaking to the press ahead of the "Second Communications Council" held at the ATO Congresium, the Presidency's Head of Communications, BurhanettinDuran, recalled that the First Communications Council was organised in February 2003. Head of Communications Duran pointed out that much has changed since then and that there have been a vast variety of developments in both world politics and the communications realm concerning the international system and said, "From a communications perspective, we have entered an era where artificial intelligence and information are increasingly prominent, and the boundary between disinformation and truth has become blurred. It is...
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President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan spoke by phone with President Bassirou Diomaye Faye of Senegal. The leaders discussed the Türkiye-Senegal bilateral relations as well as regional and global matters. President Erdoğan stated that we will continue our efforts to ensure that the two countries achieve the bilateral trade volume target, and remarked that enhancing cooperation in many areas, particularly in investments, is important during this process. President Erdoğan said that it has critical importance for the two countries to add momentum into their relations in the sphere of defense industry, adding that Türkiye will continue to...
The Presidency’s Head of Communications, Burhanettin Duran, shared a message on his NSosyal account, stating that Prime Minister Ali Faleh al-Zaidi of Iraq will pay an official visit to Türkiye on 28 July. Presidency's Head of Communications Burhanettin Duran: “At the invitation of our President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi of Iraq will pay an official visit to Türkiye on 28 July 2026. During the visit, bilateral relations will be reviewed in all their dimensions, with particular emphasis on security, trade, energy, transport and water management, and views will be exchanged on regional and global developments.”
Presidency’s Head of Communications Burhanettin Duran congratulated the Turkish National Women’s Volleyball Team on winning the 2026 FIVB Volleyball Nations League in a post shared on his NSosyal account. In his message, Head of Communications Duran stated: "Congratulations, Sultans of the Net! Congratulations, Champions! I wholeheartedly congratulate the Turkish Women’s National Volleyball Team on winning the 2026 FIVB Volleyball Nations League championship. I extend my sincere gratitude to our national athletes, who proudly represented our crescent-and-star flag on the international stage, to our technical staff, and to everyone whose hard work contributed to this achievement."
Presidency’s Head of Communications Burhanettin Duran congratulated the Turkish National Women’s Volleyball Team on advancing to the final after defeating host nation China 3–0 in the FIVB Volleyball Nations League semi-final in a post shared on his NSosyal account and wished the team success in the final. In his message, Head of Communications Duran stated: "I congratulate our National Women's Volleyball Team on defeating hosts China 3-0 in the FIVB Volleyball Nations League semi-finals to advance to the final. I wish our team every success in the final, with full confidence that they will bring the championship trophy...
"The decision to open Hagia Sophia for worship is more than just a change in legal status. This decision is a powerful expression of fidelity to Sultan Mehmed Khan II, the Conqueror's endowment deed and testament, as well as our nation's unwavering dedication to its historical memory, desire for independence, and civilisational values," Head of Communications Duran said. Presidency's Head of Communications Burhanettin Duran delivered remarks at the programme titled “Hagia Sophia: A Monument of the Conquest, the Heart of a Civilisation That Transcends the Ages", organised by the Directorate of Communications at the International University of Türkiye for...
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan spoke by phone with President Shavkat Mirziyoyev of Uzbekistan. The call addressed the Türkiye-Uzbekistan bilateral relations as well as regional and global matters. President Erdoğan stated that relations between the two countries continue to deepen day by day, recalling that a new roadmap was established following the High-Level Strategic Cooperation Council meeting held in January. President Erdoğan expressed his hope that this momentum will continue through the meetings to be held during his upcoming visit to Uzbekistan at the earliest opportunity. Recalling that decisions to strengthen...
The Presidency's Head of Communications, Burhanettin Duran, has issued a message marking the 8th anniversary of the Presidency’s Directorate of Communications. In the post he shared on his NSosyal account, Head of Communications Duran stated: "I wholeheartedly celebrate the 8th anniversary of the Presidency’s Directorate of Communications, established on 24 July 2018 in line with the vision of our President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, and I would like to extend my sincere gratitude to all my colleagues whose dedication and hard work have contributed to this journey of achievement. Built upon the institutional legacy of our state's long-standing tradition...
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan performed Friday prayer at Hz. Ali Mosque in Istanbul. President Erdoğan answered reporters’ questions after the prayer. Reminded that today marks the 6th anniversary of the reopening of the Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque for worship, President Erdoğan voiced the happiness and pride he feels regarding the reopening, noting that Hagia Sophia, whose gates are wide open to all of humanity, whether they be Muslims or Christians, is a unique structure and a place of worship due to its architectural features as well as its location in the world. Asked about the...