President Erdogan addresses election rally in Kocaeli, highlights achievements, unity
'We must exercise great caution against those who seek to deflect the rising political tensions elsewhere,' Erdogan says in his party's Kocaeli rally
President Recep Tayyip Erdogan addressed an election rally in Kocaeli province, praising Türkiye's defense industry progress and emphasizing unity.
"In this election period, we must exercise great caution against those who seek to deflect the rising political tensions elsewhere," Erdogan stated, addressing the crowd.
"Though our political views, the parties we support, our backgrounds, lifestyles may differ, Türkiye remains our common homeland, our roof, our nest," he continued, underlining the unity of the nation.
He highlighted Türkiye's mature democracy, stating, "Türkiye has repeatedly proven its maturity in democracy. Our electoral system sets an example for the world in every aspect."
Reflecting on Türkiye's journey, Erdogan emphasized the hard-fought progress, saying, "We, the people of Türkiye, have reached these days after great struggles. None of our achievements were handed to us on a silver platter."
Erdogan applauded the advancements in Türkiye's defense industry, underscoring that the country's local and national production now meets a substantial 80% of the sector's requirements.
Turning to economic achievements, Erdogan noted with satisfaction that Türkiye's national income has reached an impressive milestone of $1.1 trillion, a testament to the nation's economic resilience and growth.
Kocaeli has seen massive investment
In Kocaeli, substantial investments totaling ₺305 billion ($9.44 billion) have been made to bolster infrastructure and development. This includes the establishment of Gebze Technical University, the opening of 18,538 dormitory buildings, the construction of 57 sports facilities, a 33,000-seat stadium, and 1,328 student dormitories in Kartepe.
Addressing the welfare of citizens, Erdogan emphasized the government's commitment to social support, allocating over ₺5.75 billion to assist those in need across the country.
The health care sector has seen significant improvements, with the addition of a 1,220-bed city hospital and 93 other facilities. Construction is underway for nine more health facilities, ensuring enhanced access to quality health care services.
Ongoing urban renewal efforts and the completion of nine out of 14 national gardens signify a commitment to transforming urban landscapes and enhancing public spaces for residents.
Kocaeli has been at the forefront of Türkiye's high-speed rail developments. With the inauguration of the Kosekoy Logistics Center and continued progress on high-speed rail projects, it became a central hub.
Furthering innovation and industrial growth, Türkiye has established six new Organized Industrial Zones (OSB), five technoparks, 136 research and development centers, and 17 design centers, fostering an environment conducive to technological advancement and economic diversification.
Lastly, to ensure the prosperity of all regions, access to natural gas has been extended to all districts, a crucial step toward enhancing energy infrastructure and supporting economic growth nationwide.
Erdogan's address highlighted not only the tangible achievements across various sectors but also the government's unwavering commitment to the well-being and progress of the Turkish people. These initiatives underscore Türkiye's resilience, unity, and determination to continue on the path of growth and prosperity.
Source: Newsroom
