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Visit of the President of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC) Tatar to Mayor Zolan

The President of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC), Ersin Tatar, visited the Mayor of Denizli Metropolitan Municipality, Osman Zolan. Mayor Zolan expressed great pleasure in hosting President Tatar in Denizli and emphasized that they always stand by the just cause of the TRNC.
26.12.2023
 The President of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC), Ersin Tatar, who arrived in Denizli for a series of visits and programs, visited the Mayor of Denizli Metropolitan Municipality, Osman Zolan. The visit was accompanied by Denizli Governor Ömer Faruk Coşkun, Mayor of Denizli Metropolitan Municipality Osman Zolan, KKTC Consul General in İzmir Ayşen Volkan İnanıroğlu, AK Party Denizli Provincial Chairman Yücel Güngör, and accompanying officials. Mayor Zolan welcomed President Tatar in front of the municipal building and briefed him about the famous Yatağan sword displayed at the Department of Culture and Social Affairs of the Metropolitan Municipality, works from the Metropolitan Municipality's Cultural Publications, and the history of Denizli's flag. Mayor Zolan mentioned the first resistance initiated by Mufti Ahmet Hulusi Efendi with Denizli's flag on May 15, 1919, highlighting that Denizli did not fall under enemy occupation and that the flag was also raised in the squares during the attempted coup on July 15, 2016. Subsequently, Mayor Zolan told the President Ersin Tatar about the investments made by Denizli Metropolitan Municipality.
 
Cyprus is our homeland territory for us.
 
Mayor Zolan expressed that they consider the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC) as their homeland territory during his speech at the visit, stating that they were extremely pleased to host President Tatar in Denizli. Mayor Zolan highlighted the natural, historical, and cultural richness of Denizli, emphasizing their commitment to municipal practices that befit the city. He mentioned numerous investments, particularly in infrastructure, as well as superstructures, parks, sports facilities, and cultural centres, aiming to meet various needs. Mayor Osman Zolan noted their efforts to advance and enhance the city with the trust and support of the people of Denizli, emphasizing their continuous support for the just cause of the TRNC.
 
Memorable photo in front of the glass rooster
 
Meanwhile, the President of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC), Ersin Tatar, talked about the historical process of the Cyprus issue and stated that they have deep-rooted connections with Türkiye. President Tatar expressed that they act jointly with Türkiye in unity and solidarity, thanking Mayor Zolan for his hospitality and services. President Tatar stated, ''I would like to thank you once again for the close interest and attention you have shown us. I extend my gratitude once again to all the people of Denizli. ''Subsequently, President Tatar signed the Honor Book of Denizli Metropolitan Municipality. At the end of the visit, President Tatar and Mayor Zolan took a memorable photo in front of the glass rooster sculpture in the 15 Temmuz Delikliçınar Şehitler Square.
 

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