As Türkiye, we enter 2023 with awareness that it will be a unique year, especially for us, as we will be celebrating the centenary of the foundation of our Republic. Additionally, we will be celebrating the 500th anniversary of the date we laid the foundations of our Ministry of Foreign Affairs ~ Hami Aksoy
We live in an era characterised by uncertainties, crises and conflicts. There are various threats to peace and stability worldwide. A spectrum of new challenges has emerged, testing the entire international system. In this complex background, we experienced two new major shocks over the last two years: the coronavirus pandemic and the war in Ukraine. As we were recovering from the negative impact of the pandemic, we faced a new shock, and the heart of Europe is now facing the most severe crisis since World War II. Türkiye is at the very centre of a region where the effects of crises and changes are felt deeply. Despite the negative aspects of this complex global equation, I believe there is always hope and reason for optimism. For instance, I sincerely believe that our experience of learning the importance of solidarity during the pandemic will create many opportunities for constructive collaboration in 2023.
As Türkiye, we enter 2023 with awareness that it will be a unique year, especially for us, as we will be celebrating the centenary of the foundation of our Republic. Additionally, we will be celebrating the 500th anniversary of the date we laid the foundations of our Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The essence of the historical accumulation of knowledge is what determines the identity of our diplomacy and shapes our basic reflexes. If we learn from history and adjust our policies and strategies to construct a peaceful future, there is always hope and reason for optimism. In 2023, these two important anniversaries will provide an opportunity for us to reflect on history and look to the future with the experience we have derived from our past, and address the challenges ahead of us with wisdom. I sincerely hope that 2023 will be a milestone in which we will construct a peaceful future, and rise to the challenges we face. I would like to conclude with my sincere wishes and celebrations for a Happy New Year.
