President of the Rumi Foundation, Mr. Ali Yurtsever and the President of the American-Turkish Friendship Association, Mr. Sait Yavuz called on the Ambassador to donate cheques of $ 10,225 for the President's Relief Fund

Today the President of the Rumi Foundation, Mr. Ali Yurtsever and the President of the American-Turkish Friendship Association, Mr. Sait Yavuz called on the Ambassador to donate cheques of $ 10,225 for the President's Relief Fund for the earthquake victims. Mr. Yurtsever and Mr. Yavuz said that Pakistan had stood with Turkey throughout history during its time of need including during the 1999 earthquake. They emphasized that the people of Pakistan and Turkey had a special historical bond of friendship. The Ambassador thanked both Mr. Yurtsever and Mr. Yavuz for their contributions which highlighted the warmth, affection and concern that the Turkish people had for the people of Pakistan.

December 2, 2005

Washington, DC