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Recep Tayyip Erdoğan

Turkish politician and current president of Turkey.
Recep Tayyip Erdoğan

Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, born in 1954, co-founded the AKP in 2001. He served as prime minister from 2003 to 2014 and has been the president since 2014. Erdoğan's tenure has seen economic recovery, EU negotiations, and reduced military influence. His presidency has been marked by democratic challenges and a shift towards authoritarianism.

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Timeline

1923-10-29
Mustafa Kemal Atatürk Elected as First President of Turkey
Mustafa Kemal Atatürk was unanimously elected as the first president of Turkey on the same day the office was established, 29 October 1923.
1954-02-26
Birth of Recep Tayyip Erdoğan
Recep Tayyip Erdoğan was born in the Kasımpaşa neighborhood in Istanbul, Turkey. He is a Turkish politician who has served as the President of Turkey since 2014.
1961
Establishment of Convention Requiring Turkish Presidents to Sever Relations with Political Party
Since 1961, Turkish presidents were required to sever all relations with their political party to ensure impartiality in presiding over the Turkish constitutional system. This convention aimed to prevent any political bias in the presidency.
1973
Education at İmam Hatip School
Erdoğan graduated from İmam Hatip school, a religious vocational high school, in 1973. He received his high school diploma from Eyüp High School in Istanbul, Turkey.
1974
Involvement in National Salvation Party
In 1974, Recep Tayyip Erdoğan became the head of the Beyoğlu youth branch of the Islamist National Salvation Party (MSP) in Istanbul, Turkey.
1978-07-04
Marriage to Emine Gülbaran
Recep Tayyip Erdoğan married Emine Gülbaran on 4 July 1978 in Turkey.
1994-03-27
Recep Tayyip Erdoğan Elected as Istanbul Mayor
Recep Tayyip Erdoğan was elected as the Mayor of Istanbul in the local elections of March 27, 1994. During his tenure, he successfully tackled various chronic problems of Istanbul such as water shortage, garbage problem, air pollution, and traffic congestion through strategic planning and effective management.
1997-12-12
Recep Tayyip Erdoğan Sentenced to Prison
Recep Tayyip Erdoğan was sentenced to a prison term in 1997 for reciting a poem during a public address in Siirt. The poem was from a book recommended by the Ministry of Education. As a result, he was removed from the office of Istanbul Mayor.
1999-03-24
Imprisonment
In March 1999, Recep Tayyip Erdoğan was imprisoned for reciting a controversial poem, leading to his resignation as Mayor of Istanbul.
2001-08-14
Establishment of the Justice and Development Party (AK Party)
Recep Tayyip Erdoğan founded the AK Party in response to public demands after being in prison for four months. The party quickly gained popularity and became the largest political movement in Turkey.
2002-11-03
First Elections as Party Leader
The elections of 2002 were the first elections in which Recep Tayyip Erdoğan participated as a party leader, leading to the AKP's victory in Turkey.
2003-02-09
Recep Tayyip Erdoğan becoming Prime Minister
After winning the rescheduled Siirt election in February 2003, Recep Tayyip Erdoğan became the Prime Minister of Turkey, taking over from Abdullah Gül.
2003-03-09
Erdoğan's Election as a Deputy for Siirt
After legal obstacles were lifted, Recep Tayyip Erdoğan participated in the renewal elections for the province of Siirt and won with 85 percent of the votes. He became a deputy for the province in the 22nd Term of Parliament.
2003-03-14
Recep Tayyip Erdoğan becomes Prime Minister of Turkey
Recep Tayyip Erdoğan assumed office as the Prime Minister of Turkey on March 14, 2003, succeeding Abdullah Gül. He held this position until August 28, 2014.
2003-03-15
Appointment as Prime Minister
Recep Tayyip Erdoğan was appointed as the Prime Minister of Turkey on March 15, 2003. He initiated numerous reforms focusing on democratization, transparency, and economic stability. His leadership led to significant improvements in various sectors, earning him the nickname 'the Silent Revolution.'
2004-01-28
Meeting between President Bush and Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan
President Bush straightens his jacket before talking with reporters after meeting with Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan in the Oval Office. Erdogan, who has been in power for 20 years, is seeking a third consecutive term as Turkey's president in the upcoming elections.
2004-03-28
Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan and his wife voting in local elections
Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan and his wife, Emine Erdogan, are welcomed by a polling station official before casting their votes in the local elections at a primary school in Ankara. Erdogan, who has been in power for 20 years, is seeking a third consecutive term as Turkey's president in the upcoming elections.
2005-05-01
Visit to Israel
In 2005, Recep Tayyip Erdoğan visited Israel, a gesture unusual for a leader of a Muslim majority country, and visited the Yad Vashem memorial.
2007-07-22
Formation of 60th Government
After winning the general elections with a significant majority on July 22, 2007, Recep Tayyip Erdoğan formed the 60th government of the Republic of Turkey. This marked a crucial milestone in his political career and further solidified his position as a key figure in Turkish politics.
2008-11-13
Recep Tayyip Erdoğan's Participation at Columbia University
Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, the Prime Minister of the Republic of Turkey, participated in an event at Columbia University on November 13, 2008.
2009-01-29
Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Shimon Peres Meeting at World Economic Forum
Recep Tayyip Erdogan, the Prime Minister of Turkey, engaged in a discussion with Shimon Peres, the President of Israel, at the Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland.
2010-03-01
United Nations–HABITAT Award in Memorial of Rafik Hariri
Erdoğan was awarded the United Nations–HABITAT award for his outstanding achievement and commendable conduct in leadership, statesmanship, and good governance. He initiated a global movement of mayors through the first roundtable of mayors during the Istanbul conference.
2011-09-12
Erdoğan's Official Visit to Egypt
On 12 September 2011, Recep Tayyip Erdoğan made his first official visit to Egypt, shortly after severing diplomatic ties with Israel. This visit aimed to strengthen relations between Turkey and Egypt.
2013-12-17
2013 Corruption Scandal in Turkey
The 2013 corruption scandal in Turkey involved key individuals in the Turkish government, including Suleyman Aslan and Reza Zarrab, who were accused of bribery, corruption, fraud, money laundering, and gold smuggling. The scandal revolved around an alleged 'gas for gold' scheme with Iran, exploiting a loophole in U.S. sanctions.
2014-07-01
Erdoğan Named AKP's Presidential Candidate
On July 1, 2014, Recep Tayyip Erdoğan was announced as the AKP's presidential candidate for the Turkish presidential election. His candidacy was revealed by Mehmet Ali Şahin, the Deputy President of the AKP.
2014-08-10
Election as President of Turkey
In August 2014, Recep Tayyip Erdoğan was elected as the President of Turkey in the first round of the election.
2014-08-28
Recep Tayyip Erdoğan's term as Prime Minister ends
Recep Tayyip Erdoğan's term as the Prime Minister of Turkey ended on August 28, 2014. He was succeeded by Ahmet Davutoğlu.
2014-09-01
Dissolution of cases of 96 suspects
On 1 September 2014, the courts dissolved the cases of 96 suspects, which included Bilal Erdoğan.
2014-09-12
Internet Control Law in Turkey
Erdoğan signed a bill allowing the government to block websites without court orders in September 2014, tightening controls over the Internet.
2016-06-22
Erdoğan's Crackdown on Civil Groups
On June 22, 2016, President Erdoğan claimed success in 'destroying' civil groups opposing the state, leading to concerns about the suppression of free thought and peaceful opposition in Turkey.
2016-07-15
Attempted Coup d'état
On 15 July 2016, a coup d'état was attempted by the military in Turkey, aiming to remove Recep Tayyip Erdoğan from government.
2016-07-20
Declaration of State of Emergency
On July 20, 2016, Erdoğan declared a state of emergency in Turkey after a coup attempt, leading to extensive purges and crackdowns on dissenting voices.
2018-04-27
Erdoğan Declares Candidacy for 2018 Turkish Presidential Election
On April 27, 2018, Recep Tayyip Erdoğan declared his candidacy for the 2018 Turkish presidential election as part of the People's Alliance. He was supported by the MHP and eventually won the election with 52.59% of the popular vote.
2018-06-24
Erdoğan's Re-election as President
On June 24, 2018, Recep Tayyip Erdoğan won a majority of the vote in the presidential election, assuming the expanded presidential powers granted by the constitutional changes. His victory led to the implementation of the new presidential system in Turkey.
2018-07-08
Mass Sacking of Officials Allegedly Tied to Fethullah Gülen
On 8 July 2018, Erdoğan dismissed 18,000 officials for alleged ties to Fethullah Gülen before renewing his term as president. This move included a significant number of police officers, armed forces personnel, and academics.
2020-07-01
Social Media Regulation Announcement
On July 1, 2020, Erdoğan announced new measures to control or shut down social media platforms in Turkey, following insults directed at his daughter on Twitter.
2022-05-14
Legislative elections in Turkey
During the first round of voting on May 14, Turkey held legislative elections in which Erdogan's alliance of nationalist and Islamist parties won a majority in the 600-seat parliament. This victory gives Erdogan an advantage in the second round, with analysts predicting continued support to avoid a splintered government.
2023-02-06
2023 earthquake
A catastrophic earthquake occurred during Erdoğan's administration in southeastern Turkey and northwestern Syria, resulting in the death of over 50,000 people.
2023-05-14
Recep Tayyip Erdogan Seeking Third Consecutive Term as Turkey's President
Recep Tayyip Erdogan, who has been in power for 20 years, is running for a third consecutive term as the President of Turkey in the upcoming elections on May 14, 2023.
2023-05-28
Recep Tayyip Erdoğan Reelected as President of Turkey
Recep Tayyip Erdoğan was reelected for a 3rd term as the president of Turkey on 28 May 2023, extending his term until May 2028.
2024-03-08
Erdoğan Announces Retirement After Presidential Term
On March 8, 2024, Recep Tayyip Erdoğan declared that he would retire once his presidential term ended. This decision marked a significant moment in Turkish politics.
End of the Timeline
Recep Tayyip Erdoğan

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