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.

Turkey signed a mass-production contract with BMC for 250 Altay main battle tanks, including lifecycle support and technology center establishment. First delivery is expected in 18 months.

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.

At the EFES-2018 Exercise, 35 Turkish defense companies displayed their latest technologies. From UAVs to armored vehicles, many systems were showcased for the first time.

The ASELSAN-produced MİLKAR-5A5 Convoy Protection System has been integrated into Kirpi armored vehicles, entering the Turkish Armed Forces inventory with advanced protection capabilities.

Turkey’s defense industry kicked off 2018 with fast-paced deliveries of UAVs, ATAK helicopters and kamikaze drones, significantly enhancing the operational capabilities of security forces.

The Turkish Armed Forces Foundation (TSKGV) transferred 71 million TL to the Defense Industry Support Fund in 2017, strengthening Turkey’s ongoing military modernization efforts.

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.