Gürbüz, Secretary General of ATA Türkiye, says he wants to give every member association a stronger voice and to prepare the organisation for a changing security environment. The election will take place in Berlin on 21 November 2026.
Defence spending will rise to 1.5% of GDP by 2030, but the minister insists the build-up is not aimed at any specific country.
Despite Russia's share of Indian arms imports dropping to 40%, a new ₹445 crore Tunguska deal and joint projects like BrahMos keep ties strong.
The pact, signed August 7, adds a new layer to Saudi-Pakistani defense ties, with Turkey bringing NATO experience and defense industry heft.
Pakistan, Türkiye and Saudi Arabia strengthened their strategic partnership through the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement, establishing a collective defence framework. Islamabad marked the historic accord by displaying the three nations’ flags, highlighting solidarity, security and regional stability.
The Mecca Joint Defence Agreement strengthens defence diplomacy and collective deterrence among Türkiye, Saudi Arabia, and Pakistan by combining their military, industrial, economic, and strategic capabilities. Its effectiveness depends on credible commitments and institutional cooperation.
A new agreement was signed - another step in Keir Starmer's plan to strengthen ties with EU
European countries are increasing their interest in Türkiye’s defense industry. German defense circles are closely monitoring the Yıldırımhan intercontinental ballistic missile project and the Tayfun Blok air defense system, while the Baykar-Leonardo partnership also stands out in Europe.
Belgium’s visit to Baykar during its Türkiye Economic Mission highlighted Europe’s growing interest in the Turkish defense industry. Baykar’s drone and unmanned fighter aircraft projects are increasingly viewed as strategic technologies within NATO.
Written by journalist of EUReflect Danylo Aleksandrov Euronews reports, that on Monday Spain has banned the US Military Aircraft involved in the ongoing war against Iran, from its airspace and from using its military bases
China has reduced hypersonic simulation time from years to just one week with new high-fidelity software. This breakthrough strengthens its defense capabilities, accelerates weapon design, and enhances its strategic position in global defense diplomacy.
Every country wants to monitor its rival and reduces the opportunities for its foes to gain nuclear capabilities and military strength. Hence, the recent decision by the President of the United States to regain Bagram base from the authority of Afghanistan demonstrates the shifting strategic policy of the US.
Uzbekistan’s potential purchase of Chinese JF-17 Block 3 jets could shift the power balance in Central Asia, reducing Russia’s influence and boosting China’s role. The deal offers technology transfer, pilot training, and cost-effective modernization, making Uzbekistan the first in the region to operate fifth-generation fighters.
U.S. War Secretary Pete Hegseth’s visit to Hanoi marked a new phase in U.S.–Vietnam defense diplomacy, emphasizing post-war reconciliation and strategic deterrence. Both nations discussed arms sales, war legacy remediation, and security cooperation, aligning their partnership with broader Indo-Pacific stability goals. The meetings highlighted Vietnam’s pragmatic approach—strengthening defense capacity while maintaining strategic autonomy—and Washington’s goal of enhancing collective deterrence in the South China Sea against regional coercion.
The recent Meeting of the Defense Ministers of Central Asian States in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, marks a significant move toward potentially consolidating regional military capabilities and reshaping the collective security architecture.
Türkiye unveils Gazap, a 900-kg thermobaric bomb hailed as the world’s most powerful non-nuclear weapon, showcased at IDEF 2025 in Istanbul.
The “Joint Sea” series of exercises has been held regularly since 2012, with the 2025 edition marking one of the most complex iterations to date, involving a wide range of multi-domain capabilities.
In this framework, Pakistan is not merely a traditional and friendly defense partner; it can also act as a strategic bridge facilitating Türkiye’s establishment of multipolar and technology-driven relationships with rising powers across Asia.
Belgian Defense Minister Theo Francken’s Turkey visit and homage to Atatürk spark debate amid soaring defense budgets and shifting political ambitions.
With the global security environment changing rapidly, Türkiye and Pakistan have leaped to the forefront of creating defense cooperation regionally.