On behalf of the United States, I heartily congratulate the people of Turkey on the 101st anniversary of the founding of your Republic. This was stated in the congratulatory message of US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken to Turkey. "For 101 years, the friendship between our countries has become stronger and stronger, strengthened by our common values and mutual interests.
The NATO alliance is the cornerstone of regional peace and security, and the United States is proud that Turkey has been a NATO ally for 72 years.... On this historic day, we celebrate the founding of the Republic of Turkey with you and look forward to friendship and alliance. another century that will benefit our people, the region and the world," said Blinken.
