President Erdogan's Visits to Asian Countries: Strategic Cooperation and New Opportunities

 

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has once again demonstrated Turkey's active role in global diplomacy with his recent visits to Asian countries. These visits aim to strengthen Turkey's presence in the Asia-Pacific region Decently while opening new doors especially in the fields of economic cooperation, defense industry, energy and cultural relations. The Main Agenda Items of the Visits 1. Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreements The most prominent issue during President Erdogan's visits to Asian countries was increasing the volume of trade. Especially the agreements signed with countries such as China, South Korea, Malaysia and Indonesia, while opening new Sundays for Turkish companies, encourage these countries to invest in Turkey. Trade Volume with China: It is aimed to increase the trade volume between Turkey and China to $ 50 billion. Dec. Technology Cooperation with South Korea**: Joint projects are planned in the defense industry and automotive sector. 2. Defense Industry and Military Business Associations Asian countries have an important cooperation potential for Turkey in the field of defense industry. In particular, the defense agreements signed with countries such as Indonesia, Malaysia and Pakistan increase the influence of Turkish defense companies in the region. Bayraktar TB2 Sikhas: During the negotiations with countries such as Indonesia and Malaysia, the export of Bayraktar TB2 SIKHAS came up on the agenda. Joint Production Projects: Turkish defense companies are planning to establish joint production facilities with Asian countries. 3. Energy and Infrastructure Projects Turkey's experience in the field of energy constitutes a great point of attraction for Asian countries. In particular, cooperation in the field of renewable energy and nuclear energy stands out. Nuclear Energy Cooperation with China: After the Akkuyu Nuclear Power Plant, new nuclear energy projects are being worked on with China. Renewable Energy with India: Joint investments are planned in the field of solar and wind energy. 4. Cultural and Educational Relations Cultural diplomacy and educational cooperation also played an important role during President Erdogan's visits. The introduction of Turkish culture and student exchange programs contribute to the strengthening of bilateral relations. Turkish Schools: It is aimed to increase the number of Turkish schools in Asian countries. Yunus Emre Institute: New Yunus Emre Institute branches will be opened to increase cultural interaction. The Strategic Importance of Visits President Erdogan's visits to Asian countries are aimed at strengthening Turkey's position in the multipolar world order. In particular, in addition to Western-oriented policies, strategic partnerships established with Asian countries increase Turkey's influence in the global arena. New Silk Road Project: Within the scope of China's Belt and Road Initiative, Turkey serves Decently as a bridge between Asia and Europe. Turkey's Presence in the Asia-Pacific Region: Turkey is taking important steps towards becoming a global actor by increasing its economic and political influence in the region. Results and Expectations President Recep Tayyip Erdogan's visits to Asian countries have once again revealed Turkey's claim in the field of global diplomacy and economic cooperation. These visits will further increase Turkey's influence in the Asia-Pacific region in the coming period and offer new opportunities. With these strategic partnerships established with Asian countries, Turkey aims to reach a strong position both regionally and globally. In this process, cooperation in many fields, from economy to defense, energy to culture, will make significant contributions to Turkey's future. In this article, President Erdogan's visits to Asia have been covered extensively.

Statement by Devlet Bahceli, Chairman of the Nationalist Movement Party

 

It was announced that MHP Chairman Devlet Bahçeli completed the treatment process, was discharged and came to Ankara.In the statement made by MHP, it was recalled that Chairman Devlet Bahçeli entered the Anadolu Medical Center located in Gebze, Kocaeli, on February 4, 2025 for a previously planned examination, analysis and check-up. Bahçeli underwent a successful heart valve interventional operation as a result of the examinations, it was observed that there was a problem with the previously operated heart valve, and the following was noted in the statement, which stated that: "We would like to express our gratitude to the very valuable doctors, nurses and all the employees of Anadolu Medical Center, especially the owner of the hospital Tuncay Özilhan Gentleman, who served with dedication from the hospitalization to the completion of the treatment process. As of February 14, 2025, the treatment process of our dear Chairman in the hospital has been completed and he has been discharged to Ankara as of today. After that, he will start his shift with the permission of Almighty Allah within a short period of time that the doctors will appoint, provided that the next treatment process is a convalescence period."

Will a possible tsunami affect Turkey?

 

Will a possible tsunami affect Turkey?

AFAD Earthquake and Risk Reduction General Manager Prof. Dr. Orhan Tatar, regarding the seismic activity in the Aegean Sea, "We anticipate that if the tsunami reaches our shores, it will not have a destructive effect," he said. 

                                                                           Prof. Dr. Tatar, Director of Kandilli Observatory and Earthquake Research Institute Prof. Dr. Nurcan Meral Özel, Deputy General Director of Meteorology Yüksel Yağan and METU Civil Engineering Faculty Member Prof. Dr. Ahmet Cevdet Yalciner, AFAD mobile siren and announcement vehicle was deployed on the coast of Seferihisar district and made an examination in the Aegean Sea with a ship affiliated to the Coast Guard Command.

After the examination, Tatar made a statement to journalists and reminded that they had held evaluation meetings in Muğla, Aydın and Izmir.

Referring to the possibility of a tsunami that may occur after the earthquake, Tatar noted that:

"Especially as we come from the south to the north, that is, as we come further north from Muğla, we see that the danger of this tsunami along our coasts is decreasing more and more. But for example, if this tsunami effect occurs in different places in Muğla, Bodrum, Datca Peninsula, we predict that it will not come in a period of no more than an hour earlier. We show this as a result of the modeling we have done. We anticipate that if the tsunami reaches our shores, it will not have a devastating effect. As we come further north, especially as we come to the vicinity of Izmir, we can say that the impact of this will decrease even more or it will have almost no effect as we come to the region we are in today. In the event of a tsunami, it is possible to say very clearly that it will not pass to the north of Izmir."

Noting that the Kandilli Observatory and the Earthquake Research Institute will issue the tsunami warning to AFAD, Tatar said that after the warning reaches AFAD, they will announce it to citizens by text message, by more effective message methods or by announcement system if necessary.

Tatar, referring to the sea retreat in different regions in recent days,"It is worth saying that this is a meteorological event, emphasizing that it is not a harbinger of any earthquake." said.

What to do in case of emergency

AFAD Disaster Response General Manager Dr. Sadi Ergin also answered the journalists' question about what citizens should do when a warning comes with the emergency warning system.

Ergin stated that citizens should head inland from the water's edge if there is a warning, "In the event of a tsunami effect of a maximum of 1 or 1.5 meters, we will have taken these measures together with our citizens going inland. In the case of a volcanic eruption, a mask can also be used for this. He becomes protective. In addition, the hats of chimneys in houses can provide protection inside the house. It is recommended that our citizens head to closed areas. In this sense, we printed brochures. It is delivered to our citizens through our mukhtars." he spoke.

The meteorological team is observing the atmosphere

Deputy General Director of Meteorology Yüksel Yağan also stated that the southern regions of Turkey may be partially affected by the transport of particulate matter in a possible volcano eruption.

Yağan, who stated that they had established a team as the General Directorate of Meteorology, said, "We are constantly observing and monitoring the atmosphere on a 7-24 hour basis. We are watching the atmosphere in the volcano eruption special. In such a case, we will contact our AFAD immediately and try to ensure that our citizens are affected in the least possible way by the situation in question." said.

Press Release from President Erdogan after the 7th Meeting of the Pakistan-Turkey High-Level Strategic Cooperation Council

 

Today, we met with my precious brother Prime Minister Shahb Dec Sharif in Islamabad, the capital of Pakistan, and held our 7th meeting of the High-Level Strategic Cooperation Council. 🇹🇷🇵🇰 I was happy to visit Pakistan, which we consider our second home. At our meeting, we agreed on the point of strengthening our relations even more. Within this framework, 24 documents were signed in the fields of trade, water resources, agriculture, energy, culture, family and social services, science, banking, education, defense and health. We agree with Mr. Prime Minister to increase our work in order to reach our trade volume target of $ 5 billion. For this purpose, at the first stage, we considered expanding the scope of our existing Goods Trade Agreement. We have seen that our military dialogue and defense industry cooperation have increased our trade and investment relations with a multiplier effect. We have confirmed our will to advance the projects we are carrying out with Pakistan, including procurement, sales and joint production. Another indicator of the exceptional relations between Turkey and Pakistan is our solidarity in the most difficult times.Dec. After the February 6 earthquakes, which we call the disaster of the century, Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif became the first leader to visit the earthquake zone. I once again express my heartfelt gratitude to the people of Pakistan for this solidarity that we will never forget. We appreciate Pakistan's great sacrifices in the fight against terrorism and threats to regional stability. We reiterate our support to Pakistan in its fight against all forms of terrorism. We also feel the strong support of Pakistan in our fight against all types of terrorism, including YPG/PKK, DAESH and FETÖ. Our state and nation are in solidarity with our Kashmiri brothers and sisters today as they were yesterday. As Turkey, our support for the resolution of the Kashmir problem through dialogue, on the basis of United Nations resolutions and taking into account the expectations of our Kashmiri brothers and sisters remains. We are striving to give the necessary support to the just causes of our Palestinian brothers and sisters both at the UN, the Organization of Islamic Cooperation and other platforms with Pakistan. We will fight patiently for the establishment of an independent and sovereign Palestinian state with geographical integrity, with East Jerusalem as its capital, on the basis of the 1967 borders.

The Mummy with the Golden Tongue

 

The Golden-Tongued Mummy was discovered in the temple of Taposiris Magna, west of Alexandria, in early 2021, by a Doctor searching for the lost tomb of Cleopatra. It was discovered by a team of Egyptian and Dominican archaeologists led by Kathleen Martínez.
The mummy belongs to a woman, and the style of burial and artifacts surrounding the burial of this woman indicate that she was buried during a period when Egyptian and Greco-Roman cultural influences blended, creating a period when traditional Egyptian burial customs were practiced alongside Greek and Roman influences. Therefore, it is thought that he lived during the Ptolemaic - Greco-Roman Period. Archaeologists have not been able to determine his name, status or cause of death due to the poor state of preservation. However, the presence of the golden tongue indicates that he may have been an important person and, at the very least, someone connected with wealth and capable of an elaborate funeral. Considering that the burial ceremony was at the site of a temple of significant religious and political significance, this may mean that the woman was a nun or had a connection with the temple, but it is not yet known and is only an educated guess. Why did he have a golden tongue? In Egyptian religious texts, the gods are described as having golden skin, silver bones and lapis lazuli hair. Many temple reliefs and sculptures depict gods with golden-toned bodies, emphasizing their divine nature. Unlike other metals, gold does not rust and deteriorate over time. The Egyptians saw it as a symbol of the immortality and divine essence of the gods. This belief influenced burial customs. As it is known, the ancient Egyptians believed in preparing the dead for the hereafter. The golden tongue amulet or foil was therefore most likely placed in the mummy's mouth, especially with the gods of the Underworld, especially the god Osiris, the ruler of the Underworld. The golden tongue, therefore, will adorn his speech and allow him to speak with a "golden" and divine confidence in the judgment of his soul, protecting him with a safe passage to the celestial realm known to the Egyptians as the "Reed Field" and allowing him to speak with a "golden" and divine confidence.

Did you know that Malaysia is a country divided into two separate parts?

 

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       Malaysia consists of two main regions:Malaysia consists of two main regions: Peninsular Malaysia and East Malaysia, located on the island of Borneo. This country combines natural and cultural diversity, making it a unique and exciting destination. Geographical Location 🗺️ - Halfway to Malaysia: in Southeast Asia, it is limited to Thailand to the north, Singapore to the south. - East Malaysia: It is located on the island of Borneo, which borders Indonesia and Brunei. 📏Region Malaysia covers an area of about 330,803 square kilometers. 👥Population The population of Malaysia is around 32 million. Malaysian society is a mixture of Malaysian, Chinese, Indians and smaller ethnic groups. Language and Culture 🗣️ 🎭 English Chinese Tamil Malay is the official language, but English, Chinese and Tamil are also widely spoken. - Culture: Malaysian culture reflects a mixture of Malay, Chinese and Indian influences with various festivals and celebrations. Economic Growth 💼💰 Malaysia has a diverse economy that includes industry, commerce, agriculture and tourism. Kuala Lumpur is the financial and commercial capital of the country. Places of Natural Beauty and Tourist Attractions 🌄🏞️ Malaysia is known for its diverse natural beauty and remarkable tourist attractions: - Petronas Twin Towers 🏙️ : One of the tallest twin buildings in the world, located in Kuala Lumpur. - Langkawi Islands 🏝️ : A group of beautiful islands known for their white beaches and clear waters. - Genting Highlands 🌄 : A mountainous area offering stunning natural scenery and cool weather. Big Cities and Tourist Sites 🏙️ 🗺️ - Kuala Lumpur 🌆 : The capital city known for its skyscrapers, shopping malls and fine cuisine. - George Town 🌇 : A historic city on Penang Island, famous for its heritage buildings and street food. - Kota Kinabalu 🌄 : A coastal city in East Malaysia known for its high Mount Kinabalu. Delicious Cuisine 🍛🍲 Malaysian cuisine and East Malaysia, located on the island of Borneo. This country combines natural and cultural diversity, making it a unique and exciting destination.

Geographical Location 🗺️ - Halfway to Malaysia: in Southeast Asia, it is limited to Thailand to the north, Singapore to the south. - East Malaysia: It is located on the island of Borneo, which borders Indonesia and Brunei. 📏Region Malaysia covers an area of about 330,803 square kilometers. 👥Population The population of Malaysia is around 32 million. Malaysian society is a mixture of Malaysian, Chinese, Indians and smaller ethnic groups. Language and Culture 🗣️ 🎭 English Chinese Tamil Malay is the official language, but English, Chinese and Tamil are also widely spoken. - Culture: Malaysian culture reflects a mixture of Malay, Chinese and Indian influences with various festivals and celebrations. Economic Growth 💼💰 Malaysia has a diverse economy that includes industry, commerce, agriculture and tourism. Kuala Lumpur is the financial and commercial capital of the country. Places of Natural Beauty and Tourist Attractions 🌄🏞️ Malaysia is known for its diverse natural beauty and remarkable tourist attractions: - Petronas Twin Towers 🏙️ : One of the tallest twin buildings in the world, located in Kuala Lumpur. - Langkawi Islands 🏝️ : A group of beautiful islands known for their white beaches and clear waters. - Genting Highlands 🌄 : A mountainous area offering stunning natural scenery and cool weather. Big Cities and Tourist Sites 🏙️ 🗺️ - Kuala Lumpur 🌆 : The capital city known for its skyscrapers, shopping malls and fine cuisine. - George Town 🌇 : A historic city on Penang Island, famous for its heritage buildings and street food. - Kota Kinabalu 🌄 : A coastal city in East Malaysia known for its high Mount Kinabalu. Delicious Cuisine 🍛🍲 Malaysian cuisine

Ankara's exports stood at 15 billion dollars in 2024

 

Ankara's exports stood at 15 billion dollars in 2024

Exports from Ankara last year increased by 16.8 compared to 2023 and approached 15 billion dollars.    According to the data of the Turkish Statistical Institute (TURKSTAT), Turkey's exports renewed the Republic's record with 261.9 billion dollars last year, while the capital's exports also reached remarkable heights.

Within this scope, while exports of 7 billion 960 million dollars were realized from Ankara in 2020, this amount increased to 9 billion 496 million dollars in 2021.

The capital's exports climbed to 12 billion 4 million dollars in 2022 and reached 12 billion 824 million dollars in 2023.

Last year, the exports of this province increased by 16.8 percent compared to 2023 to 14 billion 976 million dollars.

When the countries that Ankara exported to last year were examined, the United States took the first place. 1 Billion 565 million dollars of exports were made to this country from the capital.

The USA was followed by China with 923 million dollars, Bulgaria with 884 million dollars and Germany with 774 million dollars. The fifth country where the capital realized the most exports was Iraq with 609 million dollars.

The least exported countries from Ankara were Eswatini with $ 571, Turks and Caicos Islands with $ 400 and Falkland Islands with $ 63.

Arms and ammunition exports are at their peak

Manufacturing industry products stood out in the foreign sales made from the capital last year.

Within this scope, arms and ammunition exports were at the top with 1 billion 579 million dollars, while the export amount of special purpose machinery was 1 billion 335 million dollars.

During this period, the exports of basic chemicals, fertilizers, plastics and synthetic rubber amounted to 1 billion 97 million dollars, and the exports of metal building materials, tanks, reservoirs and steam generators amounted to 906 million dollars.

General purpose machines were also determined as the 5th category with the most foreign sales with 881 million dollars.

President Erdogan is in Pakistan, which is the last stop of his Asian tour

 

President Erdogan is in Pakistan, which is the last stop of his Asian tour, President Recep Tayyip Erdogan passed to Pakistan, which is the last stop of his Asian tour. Erdogan, after Indonesia, went to Islamabad, the capital of Pakistan, by private plane "TC-TRK" to hold official contacts. President Recep Tayyip Erdogan is paying an official visit to Pakistan after a 5-year Dec. Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, Pakistani President Asif Ali Zardari, Pakistani Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif, Pakistani Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar, Pakistani Defense Minister Khawaja Asif, Pakistani President Zardari's daughter Aseefa Bhutto Zardari, Turkey's Islamabad Irfan Neziroglu and his wife Emine Neziroglu, along with others, at the Nur Khan Air Base in Islamabad. During the visit of President Erdoğan and his wife Emine Erdoğan to Pakistan, Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan, Energy and Natural Resources Minister Alparslan Bayraktar, National Defense Minister Yaşar Güler, Industry and Technology Minister Mehmet Fatih Kacır, Agriculture and Forestry Minister Ibrahim Yumaklı, Trade Minister Ömer Bolat, Presidential Defense Industry President Haluk Görgün, Chairman of the Aksakallar Council of the Turkish pictures Organization Binali Yıldırım, Presidential Communications Head Fahrettin Altun, Hasan Doğan, Director of the Presidential Special Staff, and Akif Çağatay Kılıç, Chief Adviser to the President on Foreign Policy and Security, are also becoming members. A large number of bilateral agreements will be signed at the Prime Minister's office. President Erdogan, who is expected to have a bilateral meeting with Pakistani Prime Minister Sharif, is expected to attend the Seventh Meeting of the High-Level Strategic Cooperation Council. President Erdogan is scheduled to attend the signing ceremony and joint press conference for the agreements with Sharif. It is expected that President Erdogan, who will participate in the Turkey-Pakistan Business Forum, will hold a bilateral meeting with Pakistani President Zardari at the Presidential building.

HIZIR INTERNATIONAL SEARCH AND RESCUE ASSOCIATION PRESIDENT ALİ GÜRGEN'S MESSAGE ON HIZIR FAST AND BERAT NIGHT FAST

 HIZIR INTERNATIONAL SEARCH AND RESCUE ASSOCIATION PRESIDENT ALİ GÜRGEN'S MESSAGE ON HIZIR FAST AND BERAT NIGHT FAST

Solidarity and mutual aid are among the fundamental values of serving humanity. The Hızır Fast symbolizes assistance to those in need and abundance, strengthening unity and sharing. The Berat Night Fast, on the other hand, heralds purification, forgiveness, and spiritual renewal.

As the Hızır International Search and Rescue Association, we pray that the fasts and prayers observed during these blessed days are accepted, and we wish for peace and tranquility to spread across all humanity.

AK Party Güçlükaya Neighborhood Organization Successfully Holds Weekly Meeting

 The Güçlükaya Neighborhood Organization of Turkey’s ruling Justice and Development Party (AK Party) successfully conducted its weekly meeting this week, emphasizing grassroots mobilization and organizational unity. The gathering, led by local branch president Nuran Şeyhan, underscored the party’s focus on maintaining robust local engagement even as President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan prioritizes high-stakes diplomacy in the Far East.

KEY QUOTES:
Nuran Şeyhan, addressing members, stated: “As the AK Party Güçlükaya Neighborhood Organization, we held our routine weekly meeting, which proved highly productive thanks to the active participation of our members. We extend our gratitude to all our colleagues for their dedication.”

CONTEXT & ANALYSIS:

1. Local Meets Global: While President Erdoğan’s recent visits to Japan, South Korea, and China dominate national headlines—focusing on trade deals, technology partnerships, and geopolitical alliances—the AK Party continues to reinforce its domestic foundations. The Güçlükaya meeting reflects the party’s dual strategy: advancing Turkey’s global stature while ensuring grassroots loyalty through hyper-local engagement.

2. Grassroots Machinery: The AK Party’s neighborhood teşkilat (organizations) are critical to its political dominance, acting as hubs for voter outreach, issue advocacy, and community solidarity. These units often address localized concerns, from infrastructure projects to social aid, aligning with Erdogan’s narrative of “serving the nation” at all levels.

3. Timing & Symbolism: The meeting’s emphasis on “productivity” and “unity” comes as Erdogan’s Far East tour aims to bolster Turkey’s economic resilience amid inflation challenges. Local activists, like those in Güçlükaya, are tasked with amplifying the government’s messaging on national stability and international prestige.

POLITICAL IMPLICATIONS:

• Domestic Cohesion: The AK Party’s ability to synchronize local activism with Erdogan’s global agenda highlights its organizational discipline, a key factor ahead of critical 2024 local elections.

• Opposition Critique: Opposition parties argue that the government’s international ventures distract from domestic crises, but AK Party loyalists counter that Erdogan’s diplomacy strengthens Turkey’s position to address local needs.

CLOSING NOTE:

As Erdogan navigates complex alliances in Asia, the AK Party’s local units like Güçlükaya’s serve as reminders of its enduring domestic strategy: blending community-level presence with a grand vision of Turkey as a rising global power. This dual focus remains central to the party’s 20-year political hegemony.