The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Tahsin Ertuğruloğlu, hosted the Solo Türk team in an official meeting.
During the visit at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Solo Türk team presented Minister Ertuğruloğlu with a commemorative photograph taken during one of their flight demonstrations, while Minister Ertuğruloğlu reciprocated with a painting featuring the TRNC flag.
Following this meaningful exchange, the delegation visited Lefkoşa Turkish Maarif College (TMK) and met with students.
The Solo Türk team, accompanied by Minister Ertuğruloğlu, had the opportunity to engage with students and deliver motivational speeches.
In his address, School Principal Candan Kortay stressed that the Solo Türk team symbolized the strength and desire for independence of the Turkish nation.
“Solo Türk is not only a source of pride for the Turkish nation but also for the entire world” she said.
Foreign Minister Ertuğruloğlu highlighted the significance of Solo Türk’s performances in adding value to the TRNC’s foundation anniversary celebrations. ,
“The Solo Türk team, which honours our November 15th celebrations, is always by our side. Their demonstrations add meaning to our celebrations” Ertuğruloğlu stressed.
Solo Türk’s lead demonstration pilot, Major Murat Bakıcı, expressed his pride at being warmly welcomed by the students.
“The excitement you have given us, we will share with you on November 15th,” Bakıcı said and noted that they were inspired by the students’ energy.
The event was further enlivened by a musical performance by the TMK High School Choir and concluded with a presentation by the Solo Türk team to the students.