The Presidency's Directorate of Communications, which was established with the implementation of the Presidential Government System, celebrates its 4th anniversary.
In a message published on the occasion of the anniversary of the Directorate's establishment, the Presidency's Director of Communications Fahrettin Altun said they are proud and happy to celebrate the Directorate's fourth anniversary.
Pointing out that today also marks the second anniversary of The Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque's reopening for prayer after 86 years of longing, Director of Communications Altun said that it is a fortunate coincidence that the Directorate was established on the same day.
Recalling that the Directorate of Communications began its operations with new responsibilities four years ago, utilising the acquis and personnel structure of the General Directorate of Press and Information and taking into account the requirements of the new era, Director of Communications Altun stated that the Directorate accomplished significant works since its establishment.
Noting that the Directorate of Communications carries out activities and develops projects to enhance Türkiye's reputation and brand value in the national and international arena, Altun pointed out that they continue to work effectively with their regional and international organisations in different areas of public and strategic communication.
Director of Communications Altun noted that in this regard, they exert significant effort in the field of communication, ranging from public relations to public diplomacy, and crisis management to combating disinformation and that they are engaged in a comprehensive communication campaign with various works and campaigns.
Stressing that they are fighting for the truth against disinformation as the Directorate, Director of Communications Altun said, "While explaining Türkiye's claims, arguments and rightful stance to the national and international public, we are fighting against lies, disinformation, manipulation, black propaganda and perception management operations. Under the leadership of our esteemed President, we are constantly working to improve the reputation of our country and protect its rights and interests while demonstrating Türkiye's regional and global stabilising power.”
Stating that they aim to institutionalise Türkiye's communication model and make it a model in the international arena in order to strengthen Türkiye's image and develop its brand value, Director of Communications Altun also stated that they established the Türkiye Brand Office within this scope.
Underlining that the new century will certainly be Türkiye’s century in the coming period, Director of Communications Altun said, "We, as the Directorate, are trying to carry out our duties from this perspective. We believe that under the leadership of our President, Türkiye will become more active, stronger, and prosperous country that will continue to flourish in its region. We will continue to be the voice of Türkiye on the way to build a stronger Türkiye in accordance with the goals of 2023, 2053 and 2071. I would like to express my gratitude to our esteemed President, who has never withheld his valuable support from us throughout this process."