London and Manchester to host unmissable “Spirit of Istanbul” concert
NATO allies Türkiye and UK sign new defence and security pact
Turkiye’s Tersan Shipyard launches Canada’s largest fishing trawler
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UK Government calls for business input into new Free Trade Agreement with Turkiye
British businesses, individuals and other stakeholders have been invited to share their views on what they would like to see in a revised Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between the United Kingdom and Turkiye. The Department for Business and Trade (DBT) launched its public Call for Input on Thursday 2nd November, allowing people to share their […]
“The concrete expression of our sovereignty and independence”, the TRNC turns 40 today
Today, 15 November 2023, marks the fortieth anniversary of the declaration of the Turkish Republic of North Cyprus (TRNC). The milestone has been marked with street parades in the TRNC and goodwill messages from allies, including Azerbaijan and Türkiye. The Republic of Türkiye’s Vice-President Cevdet Yılmaz and its new Main Opposition Leader, Özgür Özel, joined […]
“These young men put their lives on the line for their country and made the ultimate sacrifice, it’s essential that, as a whole country, a whole people, we honour their memory”, writes Sapper Patrick Cengiz Azimkar’s mother
Although the Cyprus Regiment in World War II has been the community’s major focus of Turkish Cypriots’ bravery and sacrifice for the United Kingdom, they have also fought in modern wars for Britain. A Haringey British Turkish Cypriot, 21-year-old Royal Engineer Patrick Azimkar, was gunned down by the IRA at the Massereene Barracks in Antrim, […]
Exploring the major milestones and key characters from the Republic of Türkiye’s magnificent first century, P3 (2000s-2023)
Sunday, 29 October 2023 marked exactly one hundred years since the Republic of Türkiye was proclaimed. The centenary saw celebrations not only across Türkiye, but also by Turks living all around the world. This momentous anniversary is the perfect opportunity to reflect on what has been the Republic’s first magnificent century – the major milestones […]
Exploring the major milestones and key characters from the Republic of Türkiye’s magnificent first century, P2: 1960s-1990s
Sunday, 29 October 2023 marks exactly one hundred years since the Republic of Türkiye was proclaimed. The centenary will see celebrations not only across Turkiye, but also by Turks living all around the world. This momentous anniversary is the perfect opportunity to reflect on what has been the Republic’s first magnificent century – the major […]
Turks worldwide celebrate the centenary of the Republic of Türkiye
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28th November 2023 London and Manchester to host unmissable “Spirit of Istanbul” concert
The streets of Istanbul have a storied past. The city’s history echoes through the ancient alleys and modern avenues alike, rising from the bustle of its bazaars, the prayers of its religious houses, and the lapping of the Bosphorus. This rich tapestry of sound has been woven into its musical landscape over centuries and wraps […]
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24th November 2023 Turkiye’s Tersan Shipyard launches Canada’s largest fishing trawler
The Tersan Shipyard in Yalova,,northwest Turkiye, is one of the Europe’s biggest shipyards. This privately-owned modern shipyard is renowned for ship repairs, conversions and shipbuilding, and prides itself on its green credentials. At the end of October, Tersan launched NB1117, a factory freezer stern trawler — named Inuksuk II — that was built for Niqitaq […]
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23rd November 2023 Acclaimed pianist Gülsin Onay headlines London classical music concert celebrating the Republic of Türkiye’s centenary
London continues to celebrate the one hundredth anniversary of the Republic of Türkiye with a rich programme of culture. On Friday, 1 December, St James`s Church in Paddington will host Türkiye’s famed pianist Gülsin Onay. The internationally renowned, multi-award winning pianist has performed in 80 different countries alongside the world’s best orchestras and conductors during […]
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21st November 2023 Tickets now on sale for Djanan Turan and The Flying Karpet’s annual musical homage to Turkish rock legend Barış Manço
The Psychedelic World of Barış Manço is now firmly established in the London cultural calendar, allowing fans of the iconic rock star to come together and enjoy his biggest hits in a spectacular tribute night performed by singer Djanan Turan, The Flying Karpet band, and a host of special guests. Barış Manço is one of […]
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12th November 2023 New film Atatürk 1881-1919 showing at Cineworld cinemas in North London
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