Ankara hosts forums on cyber security and Turkic defense cooperation

The 11th e-Safe Cyber Security Summit is scheduled to take place on November 4, 2026, at the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry Beştepe Campus in Ankara. The summit focuses on "Cyber Threats and Hybrid War 3.0," addressing global asymmetric risks, AI-driven hacking, and cloud security. The event features interactive laboratories, including offensive threat simulations and specialized training for Red Team and Blue Team researchers.

In a separate discussion at the Turkic World Dialogue Forum in Ankara, experts addressed the strategic importance of cooperation among Turkic states regarding defense industries, technology transfer, and information security. The panel, titled "New Power Areas: The Future of the Turkish Defense Industry," highlighted how geopolitical pressures and supply chain challenges are driving regional integration. Discussions emphasized moving beyond cultural and economic ties to establish formal mechanisms for cooperation in artificial intelligence, cyber elements, and advanced defense technologies within the Organization of Turkic States framework.