Erdogan Vows to Continue Turkish Republic's Founding Principles on Republic Day

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has vowed to continue the founding principles of the Republic of Turkey as the country celebrates its 99th Republic Day.

In a speech delivered in the capital, Ankara, Erdogan said that the republic was founded on the values of democracy, secularism, and rule of law, and that these principles would continue to guide the nation. He also pledged to uphold the legacy of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, the founder of the republic, and to work towards a prosperous and united Turkey.

Erdogan's speech comes at a time when Turkey is facing a number of challenges, including economic instability, political polarization, and security threats. However, Erdogan expressed confidence that the country would overcome these challenges and continue to progress as a modern and democratic nation.

The Republic of Turkey was founded on October 29, 1923, after the collapse of the Ottoman Empire. Atatürk, who led the Turkish War of Independence, became the republic's first president. Under Atatürk's leadership, Turkey underwent a series of reforms, including the abolition of the caliphate, the introduction of a new civil code, and the establishment of a secular education system.

Today, Turkey is a member of the United Nations, the Council of Europe, and the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development. It is a major economic and military power, and plays an important role in regional and global affairs.