From advanced drones and warships to missiles and armoured vehicles, Türkiye’s defence industry has become one of NATO’s most significant strategic assets.
Ahead of next week’s NATO summit in Ankara, Secretary-General Mark Rutte described Türkiye as one of the alliance’s strongest military powers, highlighting its expanding defence industry and its growing role in strengthening NATO’s collective capabilities.
Here’s a look at the Turkish defence heavyweights helping shape the alliance’s future.

