31.03.2026 15:51
President Erdoğan stated at the "Strong Turkey Ceremony in Communication with 5G" that "We are entering a new era where smart sensors, robotic systems, and production lines are managed with real-time data, and productivity reaches its peak." Following this statement, Erdoğan transitioned Turkey to 5G technology by pressing a button on a tablet screen.
A new communication era has officially begun in Turkey. With 5G, which offers speeds up to 10 times faster and a more secure connection, all internet usage can now be experienced with higher speed and lower latency. President Erdoğan attended the 5G Strong Turkey Ceremony at the Presidential Complex.
"5G WILL OPEN A BRAND NEW PAGE IN A WIDE RANGE"
Here are the highlights from President Erdoğan's speech;
I hope that 5G will bring blessings to our country and nation. I wish for the 5G technology, which will further enhance our digital independence and open a brand new page in a wide range from communication to economy and education, to be beneficial for our country.
"THE CONFLICTS EXPERIENCED IN RECENT TIMES HAVE ONCE AGAIN DEMONSTRATED THE IMPORTANCE OF CYBER SECURITY"
If you want to have a voice, influence, and reputation in the world, you must improve your cyber security measures and technologies. Recently, conflicts, especially in Lebanon, Gaza, and Iran, have once again highlighted the importance of cyber security. In the data age, political stability, economic independence, and digital sovereignty are complementary to each other. If you cannot protect your cyber homeland and your data to the extent that you control your borders, it means there is a serious vulnerability in your sovereignty. When considering the data centers of 5G along with its artificial intelligence capabilities, it is clear that it is a matter of national sovereignty.
"WE HAVE RAISED OUR COUNTRY TO LEVELS THAT ARE POINTED OUT"
We have raised our country to levels that are pointed out in this field. We increased the fiber optic line length from 81 thousand kilometers in 2002 to 657 thousand kilometers by 2025, raised the number of our broadband internet users from 3 thousand to 98 million, and increased our internet subscriber count from 23 million to 100 million. With an average of 494 minutes per month, we are in first place in Europe. We are successfully implementing all kinds of scenarios with our security units and all relevant institutions.
"WE SHINE LIKE THE NORTH STAR WITH OUR OWN SOFTWARE AND ENGINEERS"
In the past, there was a Turkey that followed technological developments, a Turkey that watched new technologies from the stands. For years, they linked Turkey's backwardness in certain areas to the clothing worn by our nation. We objected to this bigotry. We declared a full mobilization in technology against those who say "We cannot do it." At the point we have reached today, we are producing our own technology and exporting the technology we produce to many countries around the world. We have succeeded in becoming one of the 11 countries in the world that can produce its own satellite. We are shaping the era and determining the direction in all sectors, especially in the defense industry. We shine like the North Star with our own software and our own engineers. The TEKNOFEST youth is becoming a role model for the world. We are building the new Turkey together by breaking down the barriers placed before us.
"OUR COMMUNICATION SPEED WILL INCREASE 10 TIMES WITH 5G"
We are experiencing the rightful pride of our success with our 5G technology. We started preparations for 5G in 2016. With the goal of widespread coverage, we equipped every corner of our country with 5G, from rural areas to city centers. We will launch 5G in 81 provincial centers initially and will provide service in every inch of our country within 2 years. Our communication speed will increase 10 times with 5G. The connection capacity, previously expressed in thousands, now reaches millions of devices. With 5G, we are opening a door where communication not only accelerates but also transforms. Virtual networks can be established. Thus, tailored services can be provided in various fields such as health, production, logistics, and security. We will also achieve new gains in the field of security with 5G. Through the approach of edge computing, we will further reduce cyber risks. The functionality will be enhanced with the city security management system, border gate system, KADES, and the applications used by our police forces in crimes and criminals.