Ankara: Deputy Foreign Minister Burhanettin Duran has been appointed as Trkiye's communications director, the Official Gazette announced early Thursday. He takes over the position from Fahrettin Altun, who has been in the role since July 25, 2018.

According to Anadolu Agency, Duran holds a bachelor's degree in Political Science and International Relations from Bogazici University, completed in 1993, and a Ph.D. in Political Science from Bilkent University, earned in 2001. His career in public service has been marked by significant roles, including his appointment as a member of the Presidential Security and Foreign Policies Council in October 2018. In May 2024, he was appointed as deputy foreign minister, further solidifying his presence in Trkiye's political landscape.