President Tatar Visits Turkish Northern Cyprus Association in Sydney
President Ersin Tatar Visits Turkish Cypriot Association in Australia
President Ersin Tatar recently visited the Northern Cyprus Turkish Association in Sydney, Australia, as part of his trip to participate in cultural events and celebrations marking the 80th year of Turkish Cypriots in Australia. The association, which is the oldest Turkish Cypriot organization in Sydney, welcomed President Tatar along with the Ambassador of the Republic of Turkey to Australia, Ufuk Gezer.
During the meeting, President Tatar expressed his gratitude for the warm welcome and highlighted the importance of preserving Turkish Cypriot identity and strengthening ties with the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC). He commended the Turkish Cypriot community in Australia for their contributions to society and their unwavering support for their homeland.
President Tatar also discussed the history of Turkish Cypriots in Australia, dating back to the 1940s when many Turkish Cypriots sought refuge in the country to escape oppression and attacks by the Greek Cypriots. He praised the resilience and success of Turkish Cypriots in Australia, noting their achievements in various fields and their dedication to their heritage.
Addressing the ongoing issue of Cyprus, President Tatar reiterated his commitment to a two-state solution based on sovereign equality and equal international status. He emphasized the need for recognition of the Turkish Cypriot people’s rights and highlighted the failures of past attempts at a federal solution.
President Tatar’s visit to the Turkish Cypriot Association in Sydney was a significant moment for the community, with Association President Müge Hüdaverdi describing it as a holiday. Hüdaverdi highlighted the long history of Turkish Cypriots in Australia and their cultural heritage, emphasizing their peaceful and hard-working nature.
Overall, President Tatar’s visit served to strengthen the bond between the Turkish Cypriot community in Australia and the TRNC, reaffirming their shared commitment to justice and prosperity for their homeland. As Turkish Cypriots continue to preserve their identity and heritage in Australia, President Tatar’s visit underscored the importance of unity and solidarity within the community.
