In 2023, Türkiye’s defense industry marked a year of breakthroughs. New land, air, and naval projects strengthened the nation’s independence and global presence.

Latvia has signed a $180 million defense deal with the US for HIMARS and ATACMS missiles, aiming to boost its firepower and strengthen NATO cooperation.

South Korea will replace its aging attack and reconnaissance helicopters with modern KAI LAH models by 2031, boosting ground forces’ air power.

NATO member Latvia is evaluating Türkiye’s TULPAR among candidates for its new armored combat vehicle program, with a final decision expected by 2028.

India has introduced the locally developed Drishti 10 MALE UAV in Hyderabad. With 36-hour endurance and 450 kg payload, it boosts the country’s defense autonomy.

A Su-22 crashed during a training flight in Quảng Nam. The pilot ejected safely, avoiding major casualties, while local property damage was reported.

Türkiye’s indigenous air-to-air missiles, Bozdoğan and Gökdoğan, have passed critical design verification tests, marking a key step toward operational deployment.

Developed by TAI, AKSUNGUR UAV surpasses 20,000 flight hours and stands out with local engine integration, preparing for advanced operational roles.

Spain has donated two armored ambulances to Ukraine under the EU Civil Protection Mechanism. The vehicles are designed for safe evacuations and emergency medical care in combat conditions.

South Korea is preparing for mass production of its KF-21 Boramae fighter jets, aiming to modernize its air force and enhance defense capabilities.

L3Harris will deliver 11 WESCAM MX-20D sensors to Canada, significantly enhancing MQ-9B SkyGuardian UAVs’ surveillance and reconnaissance capabilities.

Raytheon and the U.S. Navy have completed the technical review of the HALO hypersonic missile, designed to strike naval targets at Mach 5 speeds.