"Happy April 23rd National Sovereignty and Children's Day, the day when the opening of the Grand National Assembly of Türkiye confirmed that sovereignty belongs unconditionally to the nation, a gift bestowed upon our children by Mustafa Kemal Ataturk!" said the country's Foreign Ministry in its celebration message on X.
The National Defense Ministry marked the day, as well, saying: "We remember with mercy, gratitude, and respect our Commander-in-Chief, the founder of our Republic, Mustafa Kemal Ataturk, who gifted this beautiful holiday to our children, who will be the architects of our future."
The special day in Türkiye is marked by a festival for children, while public offices, schools, and the private sector have also organized several programs.
The April 23 celebrations focus on children after Ataturk dedicated the day to children as the nation's future.