US and Turkey Align on Syria Strategy and Defense Cooperation Amid Regional Developments
The US and Turkey have aligned their positions on Syria, focusing on its territorial integrity and centralized governance. This convergence also encompasses broader foreign policy issues, including the Ukraine war and Azerbaijan-Armenia peace efforts.
Defense cooperation is expected to improve, with discussions on Turkey's access to the F-35 program ongoing. Turkey's defense industry has transitioned to a domestic production model, increasing local production from 20% to over 80%.
Turkey is producing advanced military technologies and exporting to 185 countries. The upcoming NATO summit in Ankara is anticipated to address security challenges and Turkey's contributions to NATO. The bilateral trade volume is nearing $40 billion, with a goal to reach $100 billion.
