Türkiye’s First Directly Elected President, Erdoğan, Completes 11 Years in Office

Kokcha News Agency: Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, Türkiye’s first president to be elected directly by the people, has completed 11 years in office. The constitutional amendment in 2007, which introduced the direct election of the president, paved the way for Erdoğan’s election on August 10, 2014, when he secured 51.79% of the vote, becoming the 12th president of the Republic of Türkiye.

During his tenure, Türkiye has witnessed significant developments in various fields, including security, democracy, economy, technology, and defense industries. Erdoğan’s leadership has also been marked by active diplomacy in foreign policy, particularly in addressing critical global issues such as Israel’s attacks on Gaza, the Ukraine-Russia war, and the Somaliland crisis between Ethiopia and Somalia.

Türkiye played a crucial role in supporting Azerbaijan during its victory in the Karabakh conflict, further solidifying its position as a key player in regional geopolitics. Domestically, Erdoğan’s administration has taken historic steps toward building a “Terror-Free Türkiye” through the People’s Alliance (Cumhur İttifakı), which has been instrumental in combating terrorism and ensuring national security.

Erdoğan’s presidency has also been characterized by a focus on economic growth and technological advancement, with Türkiye making significant strides in defense industries and innovation. His leadership has reshaped Türkiye’s role on the global stage, positioning the country as a key mediator and active participant in international diplomacy.

As Erdoğan completes 11 years in office, his presidency continues to be a defining period inTürkiye’s modern history, marked by both domestic progress and a proactive foreign policy approach.