In his New Year's address, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan expressed a strong commitment to ushering in significant advancements and breakthroughs for Turkey in the year 2024.
During his televised message, Erdogan conveyed warm greetings for the New Year to his fellow citizens and global communities, emphasizing his hopes for a brighter, more harmonious, and prosperous future for humanity at large.
Highlighting the significance of 2023 as the conclusion of Turkey's inaugural century as a republic and heralding the commencement of the "Century of Turkey" in 2024, Erdogan underscored the government's aspiration to fortify the nation, according to Xinhua news agency.
Acknowledging the presence of new challenges across various fronts, encompassing counterterrorism efforts and economic complexities, Erdogan affirmed Turkey's dedication not only to ensuring its own security and prosperity but also to fostering a climate of global and regional peace.
"We are actively pursuing peace initiatives within our region. Our efforts are directed towards enhancing collaborations and fostering improved relations with our allies across multiple domains," Erdogan remarked, emphasizing Turkey's commitment to contributing positively to global peace and stability.
(With Agency Inputs)