Representatives from Turkic countries reached an agreement on a unified alphabet based on the Latin script during a meeting held from September 9-11 in Baku. The event, organized by the Organization of Turkic States, brought together linguistic experts and officials to finalize the project for a common alphabet, a key step in strengthening cultural ties and communication among Turkic-speaking nations.
The proposed alphabet, consisting of 34 letters, was discussed extensively at the 3rd meeting of the Turkic World Common Alphabet Commission. This initiative stems from the 1991 proposal by scholars to develop a unified Turkic alphabet, and the latest meeting focused on refining and completing the project based on two years of work by the commission.
During the discussions, representatives highlighted the importance of ensuring that each letter in the alphabet accurately reflects the unique phonemes present in Turkic languages. The commission emphasized that this alphabet will play a crucial role in preserving the linguistic diversity of the Turkic world while fostering greater unity.
"The successful completion of this session is of historical significance," the commission stated. "The creation of a common Turkic alphabet will not only strengthen mutual understanding and cooperation among Turkic peoples but also contribute to the preservation of their languages."
The organizers of the event urged relevant institutions to support the implementation of the unified Turkic alphabet, calling it a major cultural milestone. This effort is expected to enhance cross-border communication and deepen the shared identity of the Turkic nations.
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