Turkey’s defense industry achieved major milestones in 2019, advancing air, land, naval, missile and electronic systems while strengthening the operational capabilities of national security forces.

Twenty Turkish defense companies are participating in Kuwait’s Gulf Defense and Aerospace Exhibition to explore new export channels and deepen regional cooperation.

Turkey and Malaysia signed 10 key defense agreements at LIMA 2019, covering technology transfer, joint production and information sharing. The collaborations span aviation, naval platforms and rocket technologies.

Minister Mustafa Varank emphasized at the Turkish Defense Industry Summit that young innovators will drive Turkey’s national technology initiative. He highlighted the growing strength of domestic defense technologies.

SAHA EXPO 2018 will feature the latest technologies of Turkey’s defense industry. ASELSAN will initiate the localization of more than 170 imported products through domestic suppliers.

Pakistan’s Minister for Industries and Production, Tenvir Hussain, announced that Turkey and Pakistan are preparing to launch major joint defense projects, including aircraft, naval platforms, and advanced weapons systems.

Under the Utility Helicopter Program, 109 Black Hawk helicopters will be produced in Turkey under Sikorsky license, marking a major step in integrating Turkish industry into the global supply chain.

Turkey’s defense and aerospace sector exported 255.9 million dollars in the first two months of 2016, achieving over 30% growth compared to the previous year.