European nations are increasingly recognizing Turkey’s defense industry, as seen in Italy’s Leonardo partnering with Baykar and Spain considering Turkish Aerospace Industries’ Hurjet jet trainers. Baykar is ramping up production of its Akinci UAS, with a new version featuring Leonardo equipment that could attract European buyers. The joint venture between Leonardo and Baykar highlights deepening industrial cooperation between Turkey and Europe. These developments signal Europe’s growing interest in Turkish military technology, particularly in unmanned systems and advanced aircraft. The shift reflects Turkey’s strengthening role in Europe’s defense industry and export market.
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