Türkiye's Vision For Its New Century

President Erdoğan’s statement in March 2024, “nei- ther the world is the old world nor Türkiye is the old Tür- kiye”, encapsulates the essence of the Century of Türkiye vision, which aims to transform Türkiye in accordance with both internal and external requirements. Over the past two decades of AK Party rule, Türkiye has achieved remarkable and enduring progress across its social, cul- tural, political, and economic spheres. Freed from various forms of tutelage, Türkiye’s democracy has grown stron- ger, supported by well-functioning institutions. The AK Party pledges to further solidify these democratic gains by drafting a new and democratic constitution. Additionally, Türkiye has made significant advance- ments in its defense technology and capabilities which are essential in the face of threats posed by various ter- rorist organizations and the security risks from conflicts near its borders. Türkiye’s regional and global significance has also grown, as it strives for “a fairer world” where hu- man rights, freedom, and dignity are upheld without dis- crimination, in line with the principles of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. As President Erdoğan once declared, Türkiye’s “responsibility extends beyond secur- ing our own safety and prosperity. Our strength lies in our resources, actions, and the aid we provide to the afflicted and oppressed worldwide, beginning with our immedi- ate surroundings”. As such, the Century of Türkiye ad- dresses a broad spectrum of domestic and international challenges, aiming for a future where Türkiye stands as a democratic, secure, and prosperous nation, exerting a constructive and influential role on the global stage.