Türkiye’s Mehter Band, which dates back to the 13th century, is celebrated as a symbol of the Ottoman Empire, reflecting the unity of its people. The band is known for boosting soldiers' morale on the battlefield and instilling fear in enemy soldiers.
During his opening speech, Turkish Ambassador to the Republic of Korea Murat Tamer spoke of the performance’s special meaning: "We have deep-rooted and multi-faceted historical and cultural bonds with the brotherly Korean people," he said, referencing the term "Blood Brothers," which originated during the Korean War (1950~1953) when Türkiye sent about 15,000 troops.
The Turkish Armed Forces were among the first United Nations troops deployed in the Korean War. "During the Korean War, a sacred brotherhood was forged between Turkish and Korean soldiers. Today, we proudly call this special bond 'a blood brotherhood.'"