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Largest parade in Turkish naval history and air shows held in Bosphorus to mark 100th anniversary of Republic

On the occasion of the 100th anniversary of the Republic, the Turkish Navy performed the largest parade in its history with 100 ships in the Bosphorus, while the performances of SOLOTÜRK and Turkish Stars and drone shows were observed with great interest. SOLOTÜRK and Turkish Stars perform for the 100th anniversary of the Republic The SOLOTÜRK and Turkish Stars, aerobatic teams of the Turkish Air Force, performed a demonstration flight over the Bosphorus to mark the 100th anniversary of the foundation of the Republic. During their demonstration over the Bosphorus, the pilots etched the "moon and stars" followed...

“The Republic of Türkiye is a venerable treasure”

Addressing the nation on the 100th anniversary of the Republic, President Erdoğan said: “The Republic of Türkiye is not, and never has been, a rootless, historyless, ad hoc, and a newborn state. The Republic of Türkiye is a venerable treasure that has been passed from hand to hand, from heart to heart and from generation to generation for thousands of years. We are celebrating the 100th anniversary of our Republic with the pride of having such a strong, rich and deep-rooted background as a nation.” President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan addressed the nation on 100th anniversary...

Altun joins TRT1’s ‘Enine Boyuna’

Presidency's Director of Communications Fahrettin Altun stated that the 100th anniversary of the Republic marks the start of the Century of Türkiye, a new era in which Türkiye will have a significant influence on the world as a global player, adding, "This matter requires thorough and comprehensive preparation. During the past 21 years, Türkiye has successfully demonstrated its preparedness under the leadership of our President." Altun evaluated the current issues and answered questions in the Enine Boyuna TV programme on TRT-1. In response to the criticism in public opinion that "Are we focusing on Gaza during the celebration...

President Erdoğan, President Kassym-Jomart K. Tokayev of Kazakhstan talk over phone

President Tokayev of Kazakhstan congratulated President Erdoğan on the 100th anniversary of the proclamation of the Republic of Türkiye. Two leaders exchanged views on the latest situation in the Israel-Palestine conflict, Türkiye’s efforts to deliver humanitarian aid to Gaza and Israel’s human rights violations. President Erdoğan stated that steps, which could be taken especially to prevent Israel’s violation of international law, to ensure humanitarian ceasefire and to avert the spread of the conflicts, should be addressed in detail during the Organization of Turkic States’ summit in Astana. Also, President Erdoğan extended his...

Happy 100th anniversary of our Republic

We are proud to have reached the 100th anniversary of our Republic, turning our dreams into reality and taking resolute steps towards achieving new goals. We commemorate with mercy and reverence our heroes of the War of Independence, all our august martyrs and heroic veterans, in particular Ghazi Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, who gifted us the Republic. On October 29, Republic Day, we congratulate all of our citizens in our country and around the world. Happy 100th anniversary of our Republic.

President Erdoğan receives congratulations at the Presidential Complex

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan received congratulations at the Presidential Complex on the occasion of the 100th anniversary of the proclamation of the Republic. Speaker of the Grand National Assembly of Türkiye (GNAT) Mustafa Şentop, Vice President Cevdet Yılmaz, President of the Constitutional Court Zühtü Arslan, President of the Court of Cassation Mehmet Akarca, President of the Council of State Zeki Yiğit, President of the Court of Accounts Metin Yener, members of the Presidential Cabinet, Chairman of the Nationalist Movement Party (MHP) Devlet Bahçeli, Chief of General Staff Gen. Metin Gürak, force commanders, members...

President Erdoğan’s Message on 29 October Republic Day

Following is the message President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan issued on 29 October Republic Day: “My dear citizens, Our treasured guests, I wholeheartedly greet you with affection and respect. I congratulate from the bottom of my heart our citizens living at home and abroad on 29 October Republic Day. I, on behalf of my country and nation, thank all our friends and all our guests for sharing our joy of Republic Day with their participation. Today, we are feeling the enthusiasm and pride of marking our Republic’s 100th anniversary. On this milestone of our glorious history, I remember with grace...

President Erdoğan at Anıtkabir

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan attended the ceremony held at Anıtkabir (Atatürk’s Mausoleum) on the occasion of the 100th anniversary of the proclamation of the Republic. Speaker of the Grand National Assembly of Türkiye Numan Kurtulmuş, Vice President Cevdet Yılmaz, Chairman of the Republican People’s Party (CHP) Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu, Chairman of the Nationalist Movement Party (MHP) Devlet Bahçeli, Chairwoman of the Good (IYI) Party Meral Akşener, members of the Presidential Cabinet, presidents of high courts, Chief of General Staff Gen. Metin Gürak and force commanders were also present...

President Erdoğan marks 100th anniversary of Republic

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan posted a congratulatory message on his social media account on the occasion of the 100th anniversary of the Republic. In his message, President Erdoğan said: "Today, we are enjoying the excitement and pride of celebrating the 100th anniversary of our Republic. I wholeheartedly congratulate our citizens living in our country and around the world on the October 29 Republic Day.” The following is President Erdoğan's schedule for the 100th anniversary celebrations of the Republic in Ankara and Istanbul:  Ankara Schedule 11:00 - Visit to Anıtkabir (Atatürk's Mausoleum) 12:30- Opening of the oil...