Asaf Atasoy, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Asfa Holding and a philanthropic businessman, issued a message on the occasion of World Peace Day on September 1st.

Asaf Atasoy, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Asfa Holding, included the following statements in his message;

“September 1st, the day the Second World War began, is celebrated as World Peace Day in our country, as in many countries around the world.

September 1st, World Peace Day, was established to celebrate peace and tranquility after perhaps the bloodiest war in world history, which left millions dead, wounded, and countless victims. Unfortunately, even today, we are forced to celebrate it with a heavy heart. Despite all the suffering and the repeated experience that war, which only benefits arms dealers, is not a solution, the continued perception of war as the first option for resolving problems remains the greatest obstacle to the peace that all of humanity needs.

Despite all these negativities, we, the descendants of our heroic ancestors who ruled the world with justice and tolerance for centuries and established peace across a vast geography, must continue to uphold the principle of “Peace at home, peace in the world,” as expressed by the Great Leader Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, and, as we did centuries ago, we must continue to be the hope of the world and the oppressed for peace and tranquility.

“With the hope that it will be an occasion for an end to the bloodshed and tears in the world, I congratulate all people on World Peace Day, September 1st, and with the hope of leaving a better future for our children, whom we see as our future, a future where lasting peace prevails, I wish you happy and peaceful days.”

Abdullah Yiğit – Istanbul

Asaf Atasoy, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Asfa Holding and a philanthropic businessman, issued a message on the occasion of August 30th Victory Day.

Asaf Atasoy, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Asfa Holding, included the following statements in his message;

Today, we celebrate the 104th anniversary of August 30th Victory Day with great pride; it is the day when the Great Offensive, a turning point in our struggle for independence and freedom, ended in victory.

Our struggle to make Anatolia our homeland, despite all the difficulties encountered, ended in victory on August 30, 1922. Thus, the “August 30th Victory” has been etched in golden letters in our history as one of the symbols of our beloved nation’s determination to protect its independence and future.

This victory, the result of an epic struggle waged despite all the hardships, poverty, and impossibilities, heralded the establishment of the Republic of Turkey. Our duty today is to protect our homeland and our Republic, entrusted to us by our ancestors, with the same awareness and spirit, and to work with all our might for the development of our country.

I commemorate with gratitude and respect all the heroes of the War of Independence who made this land our homeland, especially Commander-in-Chief Gazi Mustafa Kemal Atatürk and his comrades-in-arms, who gifted us this great victory, and our precious martyrs who sacrificed their lives for our country, and I express my gratitude to our veterans.

I congratulate all members of the Turkish Armed Forces, who selflessly serve for the integrity of our homeland and the independence of our nation, as well as our nation and my fellow citizens of Erzurum and Istanbul, on the 30th August Victory Day, and offer my respect and love.

Abdullah Yiğit – Istanbul

Asaf Atasoy, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Asfa Holding and a philanthropic businessman, issued a message on the occasion of the July 24 Journalists and Press Day.

Asaf Atasoy, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Asfa Holding, included the following statements in his message;

The 24th of July 1908, when press censorship was lifted, guaranteeing journalists the impartial and free performance of their duties as intermediaries in fulfilling the public’s right to receive and disseminate information, is one of the most important turning points in the history of the Turkish press.

Today, our national and local press, adapting to the rapidly developing and changing media age, diligently fulfills its duty in bringing issues of interest to broad segments of society to the forefront, fulfilling the demands of our people, monitoring public affairs, and shaping public opinion on important issues.

Our press, which conducts its work with an impartial approach based on fundamental rights and freedoms, serves as the eyes, ears, and voice of our nation and contributes to the public’s right to information.

Our esteemed members of the press, who carry out their duties with this understanding, courage, and selflessness, deserve all praise and appreciation.

With these feelings and thoughts, on the anniversary of the lifting of press censorship in our country, I congratulate the entire press community, especially the valuable local and national press members who serve with dedication in our province, on “July 24th Journalists and Press Day,” and I commemorate with mercy the press workers who lost their lives while fulfilling their duties.

Abdullah Yiğit – Istanbul

Asaf Atasoy, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Asfa Holding, included the following statements in his message;

The most important element that defines us as a nation is our strong family structure, based on superior values ​​such as love, respect, tolerance, and solidarity. Our fathers, seen as the cornerstone of the family institution, play a decisive role in protecting our family values ​​and in passing on vital and indispensable values ​​such as justice, sharing, responsibility, love, respect, and authority from generation to generation.

Fathers, who fulfill their duties and responsibilities within the family with great devotion, who give their love and affection unconditionally, who spare no sacrifice for the happiness of the family, and who honor us with their presence in every moment of our lives, strive with all their might to prepare their children’s future securely.

The greatest gift we can give to our fathers, who consider the happiness of their family members their own happiness, who always guide us with their experience, and who have countless rights and contributions to our lives, is love and respect. Their children’s success is their joy, and their sorrow is their grief.

Our fathers, who stand behind us like a mighty oak tree at every moment of our lives and set an example for us with their dignified demeanor, deserve to be cherished not just on this special day, but throughout our lives. We must make them feel that they are our most precious possessions at every moment of their lives.

With these feelings and thoughts, I celebrate Father’s Day for all fathers, especially the fathers of our martyrs who sacrificed their precious children for our country, who form the backbone of family and social life and bind all family members together with a bond of trust. I wish them health, happiness, and many long years with their families, and I offer my love and respect.

Abdullah Yiğit – Istanbul

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Asaf Atasoy, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Asfa Holding and a philanthropic businessman, issued a message on the occasion of the 187th anniversary of the Gendarmerie Organization.

Asaf Atasoy, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Asfa Holding, included the following statements in his message;

We are proud and happy to celebrate the 187th anniversary of the Gendarmerie Organization, which serves with a superior sense of duty in protecting the indivisible integrity of our homeland and ensuring peace and security in our country.

Our Gendarmerie Organization, which selflessly serves in the fight against crime and criminals, from counter-terrorism and maintaining public order to traffic safety, smuggling, and organized crime, not only ensures the security of our nation in the most remote villages and towns of our country but also strengthens the relationship between the state and its citizens in these areas.

Drawing strength from its glorious past and the support it receives from our esteemed nation, the Gendarmerie Organization has always been a source of pride and confidence for our people through its achievements.

With these feelings and thoughts, while fulfilling their duties with love and loyalty to their homeland, nation, and Republic, and demonstrating humility, selflessness, and sacrifice, I celebrate the 187th anniversary of the Gendarmerie Organization, the oldest law enforcement agency of the Republic of Turkey; I commemorate our heroic martyrs with mercy and respect, and our veterans with gratitude. I wish success to our Gendarmerie personnel currently on duty.

Abdullah Yiğit – Istanbul

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Asaf Atasoy, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Asfa Holding, included the following statements in his message;

May 29, 1453, is a pivotal turning point in history, marked by the conquest of Istanbul under the leadership of the great commander Mehmed the Conqueror, which changed the course of history.

The conquest of Istanbul is considered not only a great victory achieved through determination, faith, and resolve, but also one of the most important events in the history of civilization.

On this occasion, I celebrate the anniversary of the Conquest of Istanbul; and I commemorate with mercy and gratitude all our ancestors who contributed to this great victory, especially Sultan Mehmed the Conqueror.

Abdullah Yiğit – Istanbul

Last Update: May 29, 2026

Asaf Atasoy, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Asfa Holding, included the following statements in his message;

A mother’s love is unconditional, her patience is endless, and her prayers accompany us throughout our lives. Even in the most difficult moments, our mothers embrace their children with hope; their voices bring peace, and their presence is a source of security. Motherhood is not just about bringing a child into the world; it’s about shaping a life with effort, faith, and love. Mother’s Day is an important occasion to remember this unique value and express our gratitude.

On this meaningful day, I am delighted to celebrate Mother’s Day for all mothers who are at the center of our lives with their compassion, sacrifices, and love.

The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) beautifully expressed the value given to mothers by saying, “Paradise lies at the feet of mothers.” Gazi Mustafa Kemal Atatürk also expressed his respect for Turkish women and mothers with the words, “Everything in the world is the work of women,” clearly emphasizing their place in society.

Throughout history, mothers have been one of the most important forces determining the fate of our nation. In Çanakkale and the War of Independence, Anatolian women carried ammunition to the front lines, selflessly sent their sons off to fight for their country, and, when necessary, took part in the struggle for independence, making significant contributions.

Our mothers, who raise their children to be individuals beneficial to their country, nation, and humanity, are the cornerstone of society and the most secure guarantee of our future.

On this occasion, I would like to extend my warmest wishes to all mothers, especially the mothers of our beloved martyrs, on Mother’s Day, and wish them a lifetime of health, peace, and happiness.

Abdullah Yiğit – Istanbul

Last Update: May 8, 2026

Asaf Atasoy, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Asfa Holding and a philanthropic businessman, issued a message on the occasion of May 3rd, Turkish Nationalism Day.

Asaf Atasoy, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Asfa Holding, included the following statements in his message;

“Turk is not the name of a race or an ethnic origin, but the name of a great nation honored with Islam, a nation that rebels against oppression and injustice,” he said.

Akkuş, stating that May 3rd is a historical moment in the manifestation of the will to exist of Turkish nationalism, expressed the following in his message: “I emphasize that I am honored and proud to be a member of a nation that has carried the banner of Islam for more than 10 centuries. ‘Turk’ is not the name of a race or ethnic origin, but the name of a great nation predominantly living in Central Asia, Anatolia, the Balkans, and the Middle East, honored by Islam, and rebelling against oppression and injustice. From history to the present day, as a nation, we have proudly and honorably sacrificed our own existence for the sake of our sacred homeland. Nationalism is working and producing to ensure our beloved nation takes its rightful place in the world. Our national survival and independence are indisputable conditions.”

May 3, 1944, has gone down in history as a historical monument of Turkish national consciousness, like a torch that will illuminate the future in the hands of true, devoted and committed men of the cause. May the spirit of May 3rd be lived in all hearts with all its excitement and sincerity. Happy May Day!

Abdullah Yiğit – Istanbul

Last Update: May 2, 2026

Asaf Atasoy, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Asfa Holding, included the following statements in his message;

We are honored and delighted to celebrate the 106th anniversary of the opening of the Grand National Assembly of Türkiye and the 23rd April National Sovereignty and Children’s Day, a gift from Gazi Mustafa Kemal Atatürk to the children.

April 23, 1920, the date on which the Grand National Assembly of Turkey, one of the most fundamental institutions of our state, was opened with the understanding that “Sovereignty belongs unconditionally to the nation,” is the date when our beloved nation, with all its children from young to old, rose again and declared its independence to the whole world through its selfless struggle for its nation, state, flag, call to prayer, and independence.

The opening of the Grand National Assembly of Turkey is a crucial turning point that paved the way for the liberation of the Turkish nation, which was in the midst of a fiery ordeal, and for the declaration of its republic. It is a moment when the people asserted their sovereignty, new hopes blossomed, and new horizons opened for our country. Gazi Mustafa Kemal, who entrusted the republic he founded to our youth, the guarantors of the future, also gifted April 23rd as a holiday to the children he loved so much.

Atatürk’s decision to dedicate this day as a holiday to children is the most important indicator of the value and trust he placed in them. It is also one of our most important duties to raise our children, who are the guarantee of a strong and happy future, as knowledgeable, productive, hardworking, and successful individuals who are wholeheartedly devoted to their country, nation, and national and spiritual values.

On this occasion, I commemorate with respect and gratitude the founder of our Republic, Gazi Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, and his comrades-in-arms, as well as all the heroes of our War of Independence, our martyrs, and our veterans who sacrificed their lives for the survival of our homeland and nation.

“I congratulate all our children on April 23rd National Sovereignty and Children’s Day, and with the hope that this holiday will bring happiness to the children of our country and the world, I wish them a future as pure and innocent as their hearts, filled with love, kindness, and success.”

Abdullah Yiğit – Istanbul

Last Update: April 21, 2026

Asaf Atasoy, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Asfa Holding, included the following statements in his message;

Lawyers, as strong representatives of the right to defense in the administration of justice, are a fundamental element of the rule of law. As an indispensable part of democracy, they protect the rights and freedoms of individuals and contribute to the healthy and fair functioning of legal processes. They also play an important role in increasing social peace and security.

The legal profession, practiced with adherence to universal principles of law and a high sense of responsibility, is one of the most reliable guarantees of the justice system. Within the framework of the rule of law in the Republic of Turkey, the judiciary and the defense are an inseparable whole that complements each other.

With these feelings and thoughts, and with an understanding of the rule of law, I congratulate all our lawyers, especially those of the Erzurum and Istanbul Bar Associations, who fulfill their duties with great dedication, on April 5th Lawyers’ Day, and wish them success in their professional lives.

Abdullah Yiğit – Istanbul

Last Update: April 5, 2026