In four days, it will be the 100th anniversary of the foundation of the Republic of Türkiye and our Republic will begin its 2nd century. I am fully aware that I owe this position I am elected today to those who founded the modern Turkish Republic with their unending dedication

We had a brief interview with the Media Box in the Council of Europe. Local authorities are crucial in addressing the multiple crises the world is facing and play a major role in developing grassroots solutions to global problems.

Our biggest challenge has always been to strengthen democracy and peace. This new position for which I was elected at the European Council will further grow our steps on this path. Izmir has now become an important bridge between the local governments of Turkey and Europe.

Happy 100th anniversary of the Republic of Türkiye! 🇹🇷 We are grateful to our Great Leader, Mustafa Kemal Atatürk for his greatest masterpiece.

Milk products produced with the efforts of our farmers are now available in New York markets under the 'Izmirli' brand. Soon, they will be available in hundreds of markets all over America. I am proud of our producers from Izmir.

Humanity is confronted with an immense disgrace. The relentless violence in Palestine, happening in front of the eyes of the entire world, cannot be legitimized, because it has led to the tragic loss of over four thousand innocent children. Whenever a child witness the

The world has seen many leaders, many commanders, but there is no one like you. With each new day, we work hard to strengthen your legacy. We follow the path you opened and safeguarde your revolutions. May your soul rest in peace.

I congratulate our restaurants from the rich and unique cuisine of Izmir that were included in the #MichelinGuide Izmir selection and received stars. Although there are many more stars in our city that hold a special place in our hearts, this success will be our kitchen's

We are closer than ever to become the 2026 European Youth Capital. We eagerly await the final result that is going to be announced in Poland on November 27th.

We signed an important protocol with UNICEF, United Nations Children's Fund. We want to ensure that all children in our city have equal conditions, not to leave a single child out of school, not to see a single child worker. I am very happy to work with UNICEF and to receive

With the sister city agreement signed between the city of Chernivtsi in Ukraine and İzmir, we became the first city to sign an agreement with a city in Ukraine during the ongoing war. We are aware of this great responsibility. With this awareness, we will set an example for

It was an honor to welcome Yatta Municipality Council Members Abdalkarim T. H. Shreiteh and Osama Omar Mohammad Aljboor and their delegation. We shared our sincere wishes for the Palestinian territories to urgently reach peace. We also exchanged ideas on strengthening the ties

I wish the new year brings peace, health, and happiness to our city, our country and to the world. Happy New Year! Welcome #2024

2023 took us by storm. And we are eager to take on 2024. Happy new year! #WePromisedWeAchieved

This is the day of unity and mercy. I hope our Regaip Kandil brings us peace.

Today, Ambassador H.E. Nikolaus Meyer-Landrut, Head of the European Union Delegation to Türkiye visited our office. We held discussions regarding economic enhancement, particularly on exhibitions in Izmir. I extend my deepest gratitude to H.E. Nikolaus Meyer-Landrut for his

I attended the joint meeting of the Council of Europe Congress and the Committee of the Regions in Paris as the President of the Chamber of Regions of the Congress. I emphasized the value of human rights and the rule of law. I will continue to defend the local governments