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President Erdoğan sends message to Istanbul HR Forum

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan said, “We, as Türkiye, are endeavouring to foster a human resources culture based on values such as equal opportunity, transparency, accountability, innovation and merit in our public and private sectors. We have made great strides in this direction over the past two decades through our efforts in the areas of democracy, fundamental rights and freedoms, infrastructure investments, and digitalisation.” President Erdoğan sent a message to the İstanbul HR Forum organised for the first time by the Presidency’s Human Resources Office at the İstanbul Congress Centre on December 5 and 6 under the theme “Talent...

Türkiye-Azerbaijan Friendship Concert held in Capital

Musicians Mustafa Keser, Şükriye Tutkun and Azerbaijan state musicians Mansum İbrahimov, Gülyaz and Gülyanak Memmedova and Samir Caferov performed at the Türkiye-Azerbaijan Friendship Concert organised by the Presidency's Directorate of Communications in Ankara. A large audience sang along as the musicians performed the popular pieces. Filiz Kaymak, a member of the audience, said that the concert was wonderful and thanked everyone who contributed. Kaymak said they had a great time at the event and added, "We are one nation and two states as Azerbaijan and Türkiye. They were all the tunes we were familiar with and...

International Strategic Communication Summit concludes

The International Strategic Communication Summit (Stratcom Summit), convened by the Presidency's Directorate of Communications for the second time this year, concluded. The summit, held at the Istanbul TIM Maslak Show Centre under the theme "Strategic Communication in the Age of Uncertainty," brought together experts worldwide. Presidency's Director of Communications Fahrettin Altun delivered the opening address during the summit, while President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan also sent a video message to the participants. Fifty-two speakers from 24 countries, including experts in strategic communication, leaders, academics, representatives from the public and private sectors, and media professionals, shared their knowledge and experiences with the...

“We are realizing Türkiye’s maximum potential in all areas”

Speaking at an opening ceremony in Şanlıurfa, President Erdoğan said: “As the world struggles with numerous crises, including the pandemic and war, we have not only proven the strength of our infrastructure, but also made everyone, enemy or foe, accept our capability to build the Century of Türkiye. We are realizing Türkiye’s maximum potential in all areas from production to diplomacy.” President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan delivered a speech at the opening ceremony of NW Beltway, Additional Bridge at Abide Intersection, 1st and 2nd Phase of Viranşehir Pumped Irrigation and other projects in Şanl...

President Erdoğan marks December 3 International Day of Persons with Disabilities

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan stated that in the Century of Türkiye, they would continue to support citizens with disabilities in all areas, including education, healthcare, social services, and employment. President Erdoğan shared a post on his social media account on the occasion of the December 3 International Day of Persons with Disabilities. In his post shared with the hashtag "We overcame the barriers together," President Erdoğan said, "On the occasion of the December 3 International Day of Persons with Disabilities, I extend my most heartfelt greetings and affection to all my disabled brothers and sisters. In the Century...

Communications Advisor to Ukrainian Foreign Ministry Tykhyi commends Türkiye’s communication strategies

George Tykhyi, Media and Communications Advisor to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine, commended Türkiye's communication strategies throughout the Black Sea grain deal. Speaking at the International Strategic Communication Summit (Stratcom Summit) in Istanbul, Tykhyi remarked that the summit was informative and full of fascinating ideas that he could benefit from and that he enjoyed all of the panels. Tykhyi highlighted their appreciation for Türkiye's communication, particularly during the course of the grain deal, and added that it was an excellent decision to hold this summit in Türkiye. Under the auspices of President Erdoğan, Ukraine,...

Panels being held on International Strategic Communication Summit’s second day

Panels are being held on the second day of the International Strategic Communication Summit (Stratcom Summit). David Ryan Polgar, a member of TikTok's Content Advisory Council and the founder of All Tech Is Human, delivered a presentation on "Building the Global Responsible Tech Community" during the summit held at the TIM Show Centre. The "Toward Effective Government Communication" panel followed Polgar's presentation. Büşra Karaduman Aktuna, Head of the Department of Press and Publications of the Presidency's Directorate of Communications, moderated the panel, underlining the significance of government communication for democratisation. Aktuna stated that communication allows citizens access to information...

President Erdoğan attends Necip Fazıl Awards Ceremony

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan attended the 2022 Necip Fazıl Awards Ceremony at Atatürk Culture Center in Istanbul. https://www.tccb.gov.tr/en/news/542/141970/president-erdogan-attends-necip-fazil-awards-ceremony

President Erdoğan, Prime Minister Sunak of UK talk over phone

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan spoke by phone with Prime Minister Rishi Sunak of the United Kingdom. Steps, which would improve the Türkiye-UK relations, particularly in trade and defense industry, were discussed. President Erdoğan voiced his belief that common sense and strategic perspective would continue to dominate the relations between the two NATO allies. Also discussing regional matters, President Erdoğan underscored that it would benefit all sides to quickly restore the ground for negotiation between Russia and Ukraine, and highlighted the importance of taking new and concrete steps for the resolution of the Cyprus issue.