Turkish President Erdogan: March 21, Nowruz to be a shared Celebration for the Turkic World
In a special ceremony celebrating Nowruz, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan announced his intention to propose March 21 as “Spring and Brotherhood Day” to the Turkish Parliament. This suggestion aims to promote unity and solidarity among different groups within Turkey and other Turkic-speaking nations.
Erdoğan also shared plans to raise the idea at the upcoming meeting of the Turkic Council in Hungary this May, suggesting that Nowruz be celebrated as a common holiday for all Turkic-speaking countries. He emphasized that the celebration of Nowruz transcends national and ethnic boundaries, fostering a sense of togetherness.
According to Anadolu News Agency, March 21, Nowruz, will be a day to celebrate and honor the unity of Turkic-speaking countries.” He highlighted the importance of the holiday in strengthening ties among these nations, as it symbolizes shared cultural heritage and values.
Erdoğan addressed the attendees, stating that Nowruz is not a festival for a particular ethnic group but for all people, including Alevis, Sunnis, Turks, and Kurds. He then posed the question to the crowd, asking whether they would support making March 21 a national day for spring and brotherhood. He expressed his willingness to submit this proposal to the Turkish Parliament.
Erdoğan’s proposal reflects Turkey’s commitment to fostering unity not just within its borders but also across the Turkic world. The celebration of Nowruz as a shared holiday could serve as a powerful symbol of cultural and political cohesion among Turkic-speaking nations.
Furthermore, this initiative could pave the way for stronger diplomatic ties and regional cooperation. By recognizing Nowruz as a collective celebration, Turkey aims to promote peace, collaboration, and mutual respect among the diverse nations of the Turkic Council.
The Turkic Council consists of Turkey, Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, and Kyrgyzstan, with Turkmenistan and Hungary serving as observer members of the organization.
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