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The Turkish War of Independence, fought under the leadership of Mustafa Kemal Ataturk in the aftermath of the First World War, ended in an unprecedented victory, leading to the birth of the modern-day Republic of Turkiye.
On Wednesday, we celebrate the 102nd anniversary of the proclamation of the Republic of Turkiye. The young republic, deriving strength from its rich history and culture, as well as following its motto “Peace at home, peace abroad,” took decisive steps toward a democratic, stable and prosperous Turkiye domestically and contributed to stability and peace in the region, as well as at the international level.
We are now in a period in which our nation seeks to rise among the major regional and international powers through development, innovation and strategic diplomacy, which we refer to as the “The Century of Turkiye.”
However, we are also acutely aware of the challenges facing our region. Peace and security have been undermined and core principles of international law, including the protection of civilians in armed conflicts and the prohibition of the use of force, are increasingly disregarded by certain actors. These developments underscore the urgent need for enhanced cooperation between Turkiye and Saudi Arabia, two key regional actors sharing a commitment to peace, stability and international law.
