Ankara: Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Sunday congratulated Anadolu on its 105th anniversary, praising its role as a key institution in Turkish media and its contributions to representing Trkiye internationally. In a message to Anadolu President and CEO Serdar Karagoz, Erdogan emphasized the agency's importance, describing it as 'the voice of Trkiye' and highlighting its distinguished place in Turkish media history.

According to Anadolu Agency, Erdogan lauded the agency for remaining committed to impartial and trustworthy journalism since its inception. He noted that Anadolu has consistently provided accurate information under all circumstances, establishing itself as a source of pride for journalism in Trkiye and globally. Erdogan also acknowledged Anadolu's proficiency in adapting to new technologies, which has allowed it to reach a global audience with rich content and comprehensive coverage.

Erdogan further remarked on Anadolu's expanding influence, attributing it to the agency's effective use of digitalization and modern technology. He expressed gratitude to all Anadolu employees for their dedication and commitment to truth, while honoring the agency's founders, including Mustafa Kemal Ataturk, the founder of modern Trkiye.

Anadolu marks its 105th anniversary on Sunday, April 6, celebrating over a century of journalistic excellence since its establishment in 1920 during the Turkish War of Independence. Despite challenging wartime conditions, Anadolu released its first news bulletin on April 12, 1920, with the mission of informing the public and safeguarding national unity.