Başçeri: Republic of Türkiye remains a symbol of peace, prosperity and stability

Celebrations marking the 103rd anniversary of the Republic of Türkiye's founding on October 29 began in Northern Cyprus with a speech by Turkish Ambassador to Nicosia Ali Murat Başçeri at the Bayrak Radio Television Institution (BRTK) at 13:00 and a 21-gun salute. Başçeri said the republic, founded on Atatürk's principle of “Peace at home, peace in the world,” continues to be a symbol of peace, prosperity and stability in a difficult region, and that Turkey will always stand with Turkish Cypriots.

On Cyprus, Başçeri said the island has two states and two peoples, and that Turkish Cypriots and Turkey have shown sincere will for a just and lasting solution. He noted that peace and calm have prevailed on the island since 1974 and called on the international community to recognise the TRNC and come to terms with the realities of the island.

He also recalled that the United Nations was founded 81 years ago to preserve international peace and security, but said it has been rendered unable to carry out that task. Başçeri referred to President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan's speech at the UN General Assembly last month and announced that the 13th Leaders' Summit of the Organization of Turkic States will take place in Ankara tomorrow with the participation of President Tufan Erhürman.