"Turkiye's defense expansion was largely accelerated by restrictions placed upon it. Western embargoes aimed at halting its military advancement meant Ankara could not acquire the necessary technical systems or components."
"In 2020, the United States imposed Countering America's Adversaries Through Sanctions Act (CAATSA) restrictions on Turkiye, targeting its military procurement agency and senior officials."
"The measures came after Ankara purchased Russia's S-400 missile defense system, which was seen as a potential threat to NATO security."
"To circumvent these restrictions, the country built an integrated, domestic defense ecosystem, relying on a vast supply chain."
Turkiye has significantly expanded its defense industry, emerging as a major global missile exporter. The shift in modern warfare, highlighted by conflicts such as Russia-Ukraine and tensions in the Middle East, has increased reliance on drone and missile technology. Roketsan, founded in 1988, has become the primary manufacturer of missile systems in Turkiye, exporting to around 50 countries. Western embargoes and sanctions, particularly from the US, have driven Turkiye to develop a self-sufficient defense ecosystem, enhancing its position in the global arms trade.
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