Beijing's leadership announced 19 new measures to accelerate breakthroughs in core technologies and expand industrial artificial intelligence applications. The strategic directive calls for qualified private sector companies to assume leadership roles in state-backed major technology projects.

French defense contractor Thales announced the introduction of its AI-powered HexaForce command and control system for the Middle East market. Designed on open standards, the system aims to accelerate operational decision-making processes for NATO allies and partners.

ASELSAN General Manager Haluk Akyol announced at the Defense Industry Forum that more than 50 percent of last year's exports went to NATO-aligned countries. The company is investing in artificial intelligence and quantum processor technology while taking on responsibility for LEO satellite communication network design.

The AI-powered ASAS system is being integrated into Gendarmerie vehicles to enhance driving safety and ensure operational efficiency. The system monitors driver behavior, prevents violations through audio alerts, and can generate 150 different reports.

HAVELSAN’s BLUEVISION system enhances maritime situational awareness on naval and civilian platforms with AI and computer vision technologies.

Havelsan's Bluevision system leverages artificial intelligence and computer vision technologies to transform maritime safety. Capable of detecting small vessels and people in water that radar systems may miss, the system is now operational aboard Turkish Navy platforms and commercial vessels.

Software development company HAVELSAN has launched BLUEVISION, an AI-powered system designed to enhance maritime awareness and safety. By integrating camera and AIS sensor data in real-time, the system is now operational on the Turkish Navy's SANCAR armed unmanned surface vessel and commercial shipping platforms.

Baykar's Mizrak system, featuring over 1000 kilometers range and AI-enabled autonomous capabilities, will be showcased for the first time at SAHA 2026. The platform is designed with deep strike capability, high lethality, and flexible mission profiles.