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Türkiye marks May 1, Labor Day

May Day or International Workers' Day first emerged as an event commemorating the labor of workers worldwide on May 1, 1886, when a group of workers in the US held a massive strike for an eight-hour workday. Türkiye's first official May Day celebrations were held in 1923.

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Family and Social Services Minister Derya Yanık also shared a message. "I congratulate the Labor and Solidarity Day of all our workers who add value to our country with their sweat and efforts," Yanık said on Twitter. "Working back to back, shoulder to shoulder, we will reach our country's future goals together," she added.