Date Added: 04 September 2024

Turkish Ambassador to Lefkoşa Yasin Ekrem Serim paid a visit to the Cyprus Turkish Resistance Organization (TMT) Mujahid’s Association.

During the visit, Ambassador Serim emphasized that Türkiye will continue to support the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC) in every field and said, “the TRNC will take its rightful place in the international arena”.

Turkish Ambassador to Lefkoşa Yasin Ekrem Serim met with the head of the Cyprus TMT Mujahid’s Association Celal Bayar and members of the board of directors.

Speaking during the visit the head of the Association Celal Bayar wished Ambassador Serim success at his new post and after referring to the history of the Cyprus’ national existence, he said that this should be taught as a lesson in schools and that young people should embrace history.

“After the Peace Operation, we became sovereign and free. Peace has reigned on the island for 50 years. We are always in favor of peace,” said Bayar.

Stating that Türkiye’s support encourages them, Bayar said, “We can reach a solution through unity with the motherland. This solution is the survival and promotion of the TRNC.”

Turkish Ambassador Yasin Ekrem Serim for his part stated that he was honored to take office in the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus and recalled that he had many memories here.

Emphasizing that the TMT is the backbone of the TRNC, Serim said, “I am aware of my responsibilities, and I will fulfil them properly.”

“The TRNC will hopefully take its rightful place in the international arena. We have no doubt that the TRNC will take firm steps towards a bright future” said Serim and emphasized that Türkiye will continue to support the TRNC in every field and noted that unity and solidarity are more important than ever.