Turkish officials congratulate Azerbaijan on Day of Restoration of Independence
Istanbul, October 18, AZERTAC
Prominent public and political figures of Türkiye and representatives of the Organization of Turkic States (OTS) have congratulated Azerbaijan on the occasion of the 35th anniversary of the Day of Restoration of Independence.
Kürşad Zorlu, Deputy Chairman of Türkiye's ruling Justice and Development Party (AK Party) responsible for relations with Turkic states, congratulated brotherly Azerbaijan on the Day of Restoration of its Independence, noting that Azerbaijan, which gained its independence for the second time on October 18, 1991, has achieved significant accomplishments as a sovereign state.
Mehmet Danış, President of the Radio and Television Supreme Council of Türkiye (RTÜK), also extended his congratulations, emphasizing the slogan “One nation, two states” and wishing for lasting brotherhood between the two countries.
Binali Yıldırım, Chairman of the Council of Elders of the Organization of Turkic States (OTS), congratulated the Government and people of Azerbaijan on the 35th anniversary of the Day of Restoration of Independence, while Mevlüt Çavuşoğlu, Member of the Grand National Assembly of Türkiye and former Minister of Foreign Affairs, wished “dear Azerbaijan” a happy Independence Day, praying for everlasting brotherhood and independence.
The Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs also shared a congratulatory post on its social media account, stating: "Happy 35th anniversary of the restoration of Independence of brotherly Azerbaijan!"
The congratulatory messages particularly highlighted Azerbaijani people's will for independence, national sovereignty, and the importance of the Türkiye-Azerbaijan brotherhood.