The 103rd anniversary of the founding of the Republic is being celebrated with receptions, ceremonies and events at Türkiye's embassies and consulates general around the world. Recep Tayyip Erdoğan's October 29 message was read or screened at many missions.
Türkiye promoted on a giant screen in Damascus's Umayyad Square
Türkiye's Embassy in Damascus held a reception at the Sheraton Hotel hosted by Ambassador Nuh Yılmaz. Syrian ministers, members of parliament, Umayyad Mosque officials, religious leaders and minority representatives attended the reception. Syrian Minister of Emergency and Disaster Management Raid Salih said Türkiye's development would also contribute to the stability of the region.
A video promoting Türkiye's tourism and culture was also shown on a giant screen in Umayyad Square, one of Damascus's landmark locations.
Qatar Philharmonic Orchestra performs Turkish works in Doha
A reception was held in the embassy residence in Doha, which was illuminated with red and white lights, hosted by Ambassador Yakup Caymazoğlu. Speaking at the reception attended by Qatari ministers, diplomats and Turkish businesspeople, Caymazoğlu referred to Qatar's assistance after the 2023 earthquakes and the strategic partnership between the two countries, announcing that the 12th meeting of the High Strategic Committee would be held in Türkiye this year. The Qatar Philharmonic Orchestra also performed Turkish musical works.
Message of peace delivered at reception in Tehran
Iranian Minister of Roads and Urban Development Farzaneh Sadegh also attended a reception held at the embassy residence in Tehran and hosted by Ambassador Ahmet Aydın Doğan. Doğan said they opposed the war in the region, did not support the resumption of military operations and hoped mediation efforts would produce results. Minister Sadegh congratulated the Turkish people and highlighted the importance of economic and cultural cooperation between the two countries.
Türkiye's Vatican ambassador Altun calls for a fairer world
Türkiye's Ambassador to the Vatican, Prof. Dr. Fahrettin Altun, welcomed guests at a reception held at the Parco dei Principi Hotel in Rome. Speaking at the ceremony, which also featured remarks by Vatican Undersecretary Mihaita Blaj, Altun reiterated the call that “A Fairer World Is Possible” and stressed that the international system needs reform.
Ceremony held at Turkish Martyrs' Cemetery in Baku
Ambassador Birol Akgün laid a wreath at a ceremony held at the Turkish Martyrs' Cemetery in Baku. After the ceremony, during which the Azerbaijani Ministry of Defense Military Band performed the national anthems of the two countries, Akgün also visited Martyrs' Lane, where the January 20 martyrs are buried, and recalled Atatürk's words: “Azerbaijan's joy is our joy, and its sorrow is our sorrow.”
Ceremony held at Atatürk Monument in Northern Cyprus
President Tufan Erhürman, Parliament Speaker Ziya Öztürkler, Prime Minister Ünal Üstel and Türkiye's Ambassador to Nicosia Ali Murat Başçeri attended a ceremony at the Atatürk Monument in Nicosia, Northern Cyprus. In a message written in the monument's special book, Başçeri said they would continue to defend the rights of the Turkish nation in the Eastern Mediterranean.
Celebrations held in Rome, Milan and London
Türkiye's Embassy in Rome announced that it had celebrated the Republic's 103rd anniversary “with great enthusiasm and happiness.” The Consulate General in Milan attended the national day celebration organized by the Turkish Senior Officer at the NATO Rapid Deployable Corps–Italy, based in Solbiate Olona in the Varese area. In London, the Yunus Emre Institute organized a concert titled “Turkish & British Friendship Concert” in cooperation with the Consulate General.
Flag ceremony and Republic Ball held in the United States
In the United States, the Consulate General in Boston celebrated the Republic's 103rd anniversary with a flag-raising ceremony held with citizens' contributions at Newton City Hall. The Consulate General in Los Angeles attended a celebration organized by the Turkish House of San Diego and the traditional Republic Ball of the Association of Turkish Americans of Southern California (ATASC).
Foreign missions congratulate the Turkish people
The missions of many countries in Türkiye also celebrated the Turkish people's Republic Day. The U.S. Embassy in Ankara issued the message “Happy Republic Day!” while the Italian Embassy in Ankara congratulated “the friendly Turkish people” on the 103rd anniversary of the Republic. The British Embassy in Ankara announced the congratulatory message that King Charles III sent to President Erdoğan; the German Embassy in Ankara and the Russian Consulate General in Istanbul also congratulated the Turkish nation on its national holiday.
In Dubai, the Turkish flag will appear on the facade of the Burj Khalifa, the world's tallest building, during the evening in honor of the Republic's 103rd anniversary.
