Surrounded by war, Turkey more than triples defence spending
- Posted on September 11, 2026
- By South China Morning Post
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In brief
Turkey significantly escalates military expenditure amid geopolitical tensions in its region, with defense budgets experiencing unprecedented growth. The strategic expansion prioritizes indigenous weapons manufacturing capabilities, aiming to reduce dependency on Western military technology suppliers. This investment reflects Ankara's commitment to strengthening national security infrastructure and achieving greater strategic autonomy in defense procurement.
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Surrounded by war, Turkey more than triples defence spending
Most of the 229 per cent budget increase will fund domestic arms production as Ankara seeks to cut reliance on the West.
