Turkiye has emerged as a significant player in the global defense market, expanding its military exports to $7.1 billion by 2024. This growth is largely attributed to the country's commitment to military self-sufficiency, marked by the establishment of the Defence Industry Development and Support Administration Office (SAGEB) in 1985. Over the years, restrictions on foreign arms purchases prompted Turkiye to pivot towards local production and design. Notably, products such as the Bayraktar TB2 drone have gained international recognition, setting a foundation for an expanding defense industry that includes a wide range of land, air, and naval capabilities.
Turkiye's shift towards military self-sufficiency has transformed it into a notable weapons exporter, with defense exports reaching $7.1bn in 2024, up from $1.9bn a decade ago.
The establishment of SAGEB in 1985 marked the beginning of Turkiye's journey towards independent defense production, driven by constraints on foreign arms imports.
Today, Turkish defense manufacturers are recognized internationally for their land, air, and naval capabilities, with a focus on domestic design and manufacturing.
Famous UAVs like the Bayraktar TB2 have not only revolutionized Turkiye's military capabilities but have also gained significant international attention and sales.
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