Türkiye’s ruling Justice and Development Party (AK Party) is preparing to mark its 25th anniversary on Aug. 14 with a large gathering in the capital Ankara, bringing together the party’s quarter-century political record with messages focused on its future agenda.
According to a report by the Sabah newspaper, President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan is expected to address the event at Başkent Nation's Garden, which organizers plan to stage in a rally-like atmosphere. Organizers are also preparing a special song built around themes of nostalgia, public service, the nation and the future. One of its central references will be Erdoğan’s long-standing phrase: “We came not to be masters of this nation, but to serve it.”
A specially designed T-shaped stage will be installed for the celebration, which will feature performances, music and visual displays tracing the AK Party’s political journey since its founding in 2001. The program will highlight the party’s past policies and projects alongside its vision for Türkiye’s future.
Women are expected to have a prominent presence at the gathering, with the AK Party’s women’s branch organizing the participation of around 50,000 women. Women wearing traditional clothing representing Türkiye’s seven geographical regions will also take part, reflecting the country’s cultural diversity. Around 150,000 people are expected to attend.
