Important Statements from President Erdoğan After the Cabinet Meeting

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan made important evaluations regarding domestic and foreign policy following the Cabinet Meeting held at the Presidential Complex. Reacting to the statements made by the opposition, Erdoğan stated that Turkey was not found on the street and is a country that will not be surrendered to the streets.

President Erdoğan stated that economy, security, foreign policy, and domestic politics were discussed at the Cabinet Meeting. Drawing attention to the importance of preserving the environment of peace and stability in Turkey, Erdoğan emphasized that against those dreaming of a similar attempt by taking courage from certain events in Europe, Turkey was not found on the street and is a country that will not be surrendered to the streets. Responding to criticisms regarding press freedom, Erdoğan argued that Turkey is one of the most advanced countries in the world in terms of media diversity.

Sharing the details of the 2027 Central Government Budget Proposal after the meeting, Erdoğan announced that budget expenditures are projected at 27 trillion 276 billion liras and budget revenues at 23 trillion 408 billion liras. An allocation of 3 trillion 747 billion liras was designated for education, and 4 trillion 532 billion liras for health together with SSI expenditures. In addition, while urban transformation, social housing, and disaster appropriations were increased, it was stated that legal regulations aiming to improve the situation of retirees by the end of the year are targeted to be implemented through the discretion of the Parliament.