President Erhürman starts his official contacts in Ankara with a visit to Anıtkabir
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As part of his first official visit abroad, President Tufan Erhürman arrived in Ankara, where he began his programme today with a visit to Anıtkabir.
During the visit, President Erhürman, together with his delegation, made his way along the Lion’s Road (Aslanlı Yol) to the mausoleum of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk.
After laying a wreath at the mausoleum, President Erhürman observed a moment of silence before proceeding to the Misak-ı Milli Tower, where he signed the Anıtkabir Book of Honour.
President Erhürman was accompanied during the visit by First Lady Nilden Bektaş Erhürman, the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus Ambassador to Ankara, İsmet Korukoğlu, Ambassador of the Republic of Türkiye to Lefkoşa Ali Murat Başçeri, Presidential Undersecretary Mehmet Dânâ; Private Secretary Mustafa Ergüven; Director of the Protocol Department Asu Muhtaroğlu and Press and Public Relations Officer Tünay Mertekçi.
“The Turkish Cypriot people hold a profound love for Atatürk and a steadfast commitment to his ideals, which form an inseparable part of their national character.”
President Erhürman wrote the following in the Special Memorial Book:
“Esteemed Mustafa Kemal Atatürk,
Drawing inspiration from your leadership, which guided the Turkish Cypriot people in their historic struggle for existence, I stand before you today, deeply honoured and proud to serve as the sixth President of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus. The Turkish Cypriot people remain steadfast in their commitment to the spiritual legacy you entrusted to us.
The leadership you displayed during the War of Independence, the Republic you established, and the principles and revolutions you bequeathed to us have guided not only the citizens of the Republic of Türkiye, but also the Turkish Cypriot people. Your far-sighted vision instilled hope and courage not only in your own nation, but in countless peoples through the ages — above all, in us Turkish Cypriots.
The deep affection for Atatürk of the Turkish Cypriot people and unwavering dedication to your ideals are integral to our national character. Even in the most trying periods, our people drew strength from your inspiration, preserving their resilience and continuing their struggle for a modern, free, and dignified life. Today, guided by the values of the Republic you established, we once again reaffirm our resolve to raise our country to the level of contemporary civilisations.
Guided by this awareness, the Turkish Cypriot people will continue to progress with contemporary values, productivity, education, culture, and ethics at the forefront. Your legacy transcends national boundaries, it represents a universal heritage of enlightenment for all humankind.
Before your cherished memory, I bow with respect, affection, and eternal gratitude.
May your soul rest in peace.”
The programme of President Erhürman
Following the visit to Anıtkabir, President Erhürman will meet at 11am (local time of Türkiye) with Numan Kurtulmuş, the Speaker of the Grand National Assembly of the Republic of Türkiye. Following this meeting, President Erhürman will meet with Hakan Fidan, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Türkiye, at 12pm local time.
At 4pm local time, President Erhürman will be received by Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, President of the Republic of Türkiye. A press statement will be issued following the conclusion of the meetings between the two Presidents.
First Lady Nilden Bektaş Erhürman will also meet during the day with Emine Erdoğan, the First Lady of the Republic of Türkiye.
During the visit, President Erhürman, together with his delegation, made his way along the Lion’s Road (Aslanlı Yol) to the mausoleum of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk.
After laying a wreath at the mausoleum, President Erhürman observed a moment of silence before proceeding to the Misak-ı Milli Tower, where he signed the Anıtkabir Book of Honour.
President Erhürman was accompanied during the visit by First Lady Nilden Bektaş Erhürman, the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus Ambassador to Ankara, İsmet Korukoğlu, Ambassador of the Republic of Türkiye to Lefkoşa Ali Murat Başçeri, Presidential Undersecretary Mehmet Dânâ; Private Secretary Mustafa Ergüven; Director of the Protocol Department Asu Muhtaroğlu and Press and Public Relations Officer Tünay Mertekçi.
“The Turkish Cypriot people hold a profound love for Atatürk and a steadfast commitment to his ideals, which form an inseparable part of their national character.”
President Erhürman wrote the following in the Special Memorial Book:
“Esteemed Mustafa Kemal Atatürk,
Drawing inspiration from your leadership, which guided the Turkish Cypriot people in their historic struggle for existence, I stand before you today, deeply honoured and proud to serve as the sixth President of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus. The Turkish Cypriot people remain steadfast in their commitment to the spiritual legacy you entrusted to us.
The leadership you displayed during the War of Independence, the Republic you established, and the principles and revolutions you bequeathed to us have guided not only the citizens of the Republic of Türkiye, but also the Turkish Cypriot people. Your far-sighted vision instilled hope and courage not only in your own nation, but in countless peoples through the ages — above all, in us Turkish Cypriots.
The deep affection for Atatürk of the Turkish Cypriot people and unwavering dedication to your ideals are integral to our national character. Even in the most trying periods, our people drew strength from your inspiration, preserving their resilience and continuing their struggle for a modern, free, and dignified life. Today, guided by the values of the Republic you established, we once again reaffirm our resolve to raise our country to the level of contemporary civilisations.
Guided by this awareness, the Turkish Cypriot people will continue to progress with contemporary values, productivity, education, culture, and ethics at the forefront. Your legacy transcends national boundaries, it represents a universal heritage of enlightenment for all humankind.
Before your cherished memory, I bow with respect, affection, and eternal gratitude.
May your soul rest in peace.”
The programme of President Erhürman
Following the visit to Anıtkabir, President Erhürman will meet at 11am (local time of Türkiye) with Numan Kurtulmuş, the Speaker of the Grand National Assembly of the Republic of Türkiye. Following this meeting, President Erhürman will meet with Hakan Fidan, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Türkiye, at 12pm local time.
At 4pm local time, President Erhürman will be received by Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, President of the Republic of Türkiye. A press statement will be issued following the conclusion of the meetings between the two Presidents.
First Lady Nilden Bektaş Erhürman will also meet during the day with Emine Erdoğan, the First Lady of the Republic of Türkiye.