President Recep Tayyip Erdogan declared on Tuesday that Türkiye is making steady advancements towards its ambitious "Century of Türkiye" vision, which aims to elevate the nation above contemporary civilisations. He announced that the government is actively strengthening national unity and resilience through a series of new initiatives.
Speaking at a commemoration ceremony held at the Ataturk Supreme Council for Culture, Language and History, marking the 88th anniversary of the passing of Mustafa Kemal Ataturk, the founder of the Republic of Türkiye, Erdogan stated, “We are undertaking a major mobilisation for progress in every field.”
The President highlighted significant progress in addressing the issue of terrorism, which he noted had hindered Türkiye's development for nearly half a century. He emphasized the government's commitment to security, saying, “We are strengthening peace, security and stability not only within our borders but also beyond them. We are further reinforcing our domestic front through new initiatives, as it remains our strongest stronghold against internal and external attacks.”
Despite a surrounding region marked by instability and conflict, Erdogan underscored Türkiye's movement towards a shared future, built on solidarity between the state and the nation. He affirmed the government's unwavering resolve, stating it would not cease efforts until the country achieves a much stronger position through new victories and accomplishments, utilizing all available resources.
Concluding his remarks, President Erdogan paid tribute to Mustafa Kemal Ataturk on the 88th anniversary of his death and honoured fallen soldiers and veterans.
