Cevdet Yılmaz expresses gratitude as vice president in Türkiye's new cabinet

“I would like to extend my sincere thanks to President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan for bestowing upon me the role of Vice President in Türkiye's visionary Cabinet of the Century. I wish all our esteemed ministers who have assumed their positions the utmost success. I also want to express my gratitude to everyone who has sent their congratulations through various channels. May we receive divine assistance as we strive to serve our nation."

Yılmaz's appointment as Vice President marks an important addition to President Erdoğan's new Cabinet, signaling a fresh phase in Turkey's political landscape.

As the government takes shape, expectations are high for the collective efforts of the Cabinet members in shaping the future trajectory of the country.

Who is Cevdet Yılmaz?

After completing his high school education in Bingöl in 1983, Cevdet Yılmaz graduated with honors from the Middle East Technical University's Faculty of Economics and Administrative Sciences, specializing in Public Administration, in 1988.

In 1989, Yılmaz commenced his career at the State Planning Organization (Turkish: Devlet Planlama Teşkilatı).

Between 1992 and 1994, Yılmaz pursued his studies in the United States and obtained a degree in International Relations from the University of Denver. He furthered his academic journey by completing a doctorate at the Department of Political Science and Public Administration at Bilkent University.

In 2003, Yılmaz assumed the position of Director General of EU Relations.

In the 2007 elections, Yılmaz was elected as a deputy representing Bingöl. On May 1, 2009, he was appointed as a State Minister in Prime Minister Erdoğan's second cabinet. On July 6, 2011, Yılmaz took on the role of Minister of Development in Prime Minister Erdoğan's third cabinet. (ILKHA)