Asaf Atasoy, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Asfa Holding and a philanthropic businessman, issued a congratulatory message for the 2026-2027 Judicial Year, wishing success to judicial employees.

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

Throughout history, our nation, which has built states with the aim of establishing rights and justice, founded the Republic of Türkiye with the understanding that justice is the most natural right of all its citizens.

Our justice system, which never tires of upholding the rights of all our citizens, fulfills an extremely important duty for the peace and prosperity of our nation with its dedicated members.

Our judicial officers, guided by the profound statement of Gazi Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, the founder of our Republic, “Independence, future, freedom—everything exists with justice,” are the guarantors of the principle of the rule of law.

We firmly believe that the scales of justice will never falter, and that our lawyers, who have emerged from the heart of our nation and possess pure consciences, will ensure the unity, harmony, peace, and brotherhood of our beloved nation forever.

On this occasion, I congratulate our independent judicial officers, lawyers, and all judicial personnel who uncompromisingly fulfill their duties for the sake of justice and the rule of law, on the new judicial year.

I commemorate with respect all our judicial officers and justice system employees who lost their lives in the line of duty.

I hope that our new judicial year will be beneficial to our country, our citizens, our judiciary, and the legal community.

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 955th anniversary of the Battle of Malazgirt.

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

It’s August, and the day is Friday.

Before sunrise to the land of Rum

The Grey Wolves army launched an attack.

The heavens thundered with renewed fervor.

Oh God… In the name of God… God is Great…

955 years ago today, the Turkish army, led by Sultan Alparslan, who had sworn to save his homeland and was prepared to become a martyr, defeated the Byzantine army, which was four times larger than its own, thus opening the gates of Anatolia wide to the Turkish nation and making it an eternal homeland.

Sultan Alparslan’s victory at Malazgirt, which made Anatolia the homeland, was far more than just a military success. This victory was not only a battle won against a vastly larger Byzantine army, but also the first step on the road to the founding of the Republic of Turkey.

Sultan Alparslan, the great Seljuk ruler, demonstrated his determination and resolve with these words to his soldiers as he began the Battle of Manzikert: “My soldiers! If I become a martyr, let this white garment be my shroud. Then my soul will ascend to the heavens.” Sultan Alparslan, whose just and merciful rule served as an example for subsequent statesmen, also pioneered an understanding based on peace, tolerance, and love in the Anatolian lands.

We are the descendants of Sultan Alparslan, who faced a Byzantine army of two hundred thousand at Malazgirt and bestowed this victory upon us. The Victory of Malazgirt, a symbol of Turkishness, faith, reason, and strength, remains vibrant in the heart of our nation even after centuries. As we carry our Republic towards brighter tomorrows, the strength we derive from our past will always guide us.

I commemorate with mercy and gratitude all our martyrs who drank the cup of martyrdom for the unity, solidarity, independence, future, and indivisible integrity of the Turkish nation; our veterans; and our ancestors who preserved and glorified our state tradition, from Sultan Alparslan to Osman Gazi, from Fatih to Atatürk. I celebrate the anniversary of the Battle of Malazgirt, and I wish for our beloved nation to live in unity and solidarity, free and independent forever. I greet my esteemed fellow citizens with respect and affection.

Happy Victory Day!

May our homeland endure forever.

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 15 Democracy and National Unity Day.

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

“Two years have passed since the treacherous coup attempt by the Fethullahist Terrorist Organization, which aimed to undermine the unity and solidarity of our beloved nation and targeted the national will, the Republic of Turkey, and its government.”

On July 15th, our heroic people, fighting for their homeland, democracy, and independence, once again declared to the whole world, with the same determination as centuries ago, that protecting their land and glorious history is the sole element of their future.

That night, our heroic nation, united as one—men, women, young and old—filled the streets and squares at the call of our President, Mr. Recep Tayyip Erdoğan. They confronted tanks, cannons, planes, helicopters, and rifles with nothing but their faith and belief, risking their lives, and for days they remained in the squares, defending democracy.

As a manifestation of profound awareness, our noble nation, which without hesitation took to the streets to defend the indivisible unity and future of the country against the treacherous coup plotters and declared, “I have a heart bigger than tanks,” has set an unparalleled example for future generations.

From the very first moments of the July 15 coup attempt, our fellow citizens from Erzurum and Istanbul, who clearly and unequivocally took a stand in favor of national will and democracy, resolutely defended their homeland, nation, and flag with their vigil for democracy. Because we believe in the power of unity, and we know that our hearts have beaten with the same feelings for this homeland for centuries.

“With these feelings and thoughts, on the 10th anniversary of the July 15 Martyrs Commemoration, Democracy and National Unity Day, I pray to God for mercy for our July 15 martyrs who fought for our independence and democracy, and for all the martyrs throughout history who sacrificed their lives for our common sacred values. I remember our veterans with gratitude and appreciation, and I offer my deepest respects.”

Abdullah Yiğit – Istanbul

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

The press is not only the eyes, ears, and voice of the people, but also a cornerstone of democracy. Members of the press, who ensure society’s right to access accurate information, are the voice of the public conscience and a key player in shaping common sense.

With the abolition of censorship in the Turkish press on July 24, 1908, this historic step taken in the name of press freedom became a symbol not only of the profession of journalism but also of social enlightenment. This meaningful day reminds us once again of the importance of a free, independent, and impartial press.

Today, we live in an age where technology advances at a dizzying pace. While these advancements facilitate access to information, they also bring with them disinformation and misinformation. In such an environment, distinguishing truth from falsehood is the greatest test not only for individuals but also for journalists who practice their profession within ethical guidelines. Therefore, the importance of principled, responsible, and conscientious journalism is greater than ever.

With these feelings and thoughts, I wholeheartedly celebrate July 24th Journalists and Press Day, especially for all local and national press workers working in our province, and for all our journalists who work tirelessly day and night to ensure our nation’s right to access news. I wish them health, success, and ease in their professional lives.

Abdullah Yiğit-Istanbul

Last Updated: July 24, 2025

ASFA HOLDING Chairman of the Board of Directors, Philanthropist and Businessman Asaf ATASOY, published a congratulatory message on the occasion of “November 24 Teachers’ Day”.

ASFA HOLDING Board Chairman Asaf ATASOY stated the following in his message;
On November 24, Teachers’ Day, when Gazi Mustafa Kemal was given the title of “Head Teacher”, I appreciate the enthusiasm and determination of our education soldiers who are building our future.

Teaching is a valuable, respectable and honorable profession that requires effort, devotion, patience and tolerance, is based on a relationship of trust and love between the teacher and the learner, and whose value cannot be measured by any material reward.

As in every period of history, our teachers continue to raise generations that have a developed sense of democracy, rights and justice, contribute to cultural and scientific developments, are self-confident and use their knowledge for the benefit of humanity.

Teaching is not just a profession, it is the trigger of every social development and the will to solve every problem experienced. Our teachers are part of the solution with a common sense perspective in the face of current problems in every event and situation experienced by our nation. Indeed, during the pandemic process that has affected the world, our teachers working in our province have been at the forefront of contact tracing studies, loyalty social support teams, and aid efforts. On the other hand, our teachers, who have made efforts to prevent students from falling behind in their education with distance education studies, have become the unsung heroes of the process with all these diligent efforts. I would also like to thank our teachers on behalf of all my fellow citizens of Erzurum and Istanbul for all their efforts.

With these feelings and thoughts, I congratulate Teachers’ Day for our teachers who have chosen the most honorable of professions, who have undertaken the most sacred of services, who have the responsibility of raising generations who will have a say in the future of our nation, and I remember with mercy and gratitude our teachers who have passed away, especially our education martyrs.

ABDULLAH YIGIT-ISTANBUL