# NATO and Turkish defense industry cooperation > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/nato-and-turkish-defense-industry-cooperation > Updated: 2026-08-11T13:55:00.000Z. Sources: 8. Developments: 2. The defense industry landscape has seen a focus on both international cooperation and domestic technological advancement. At a NATO summit in Ankara, Secretary General Radmilla Shekerinska emphasized the necessity of transatlantic cooperation to address inadequate industrial production capacity in Europe, the United States, and Canada. She described the summit as “transformative and an extraordinary success,” noting that integrated supply chains and increased defense spending among allies are vital for meeting military-capacity requirements. Concurrently, Turkey has moved to strengthen its own defense sector through research and development and industrial investment. Discussions between the Presidency of Defence Industries and the Ministry of Industry and Technology focused on transitioning technologies from laboratories to the field. Efforts include collaborative projects in radar, communications, and advanced materials, supported by project-based investment incentives for major domestic companies. Officials noted that these growing military capabilities and recent defense agreements are enhancing Turkey’s role in regional and international security. ## Timeline ### 2026-08-11: Turkey strengthens defense industry through R&D and industrial cooperation Turkish officials are emphasizing the integration of R&D and industrial policy to advance the national defense industry and strengthen international security roles through domestic technological independence. 8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/turkey-strengthens-defense-industry-through-rd-and-industrial-cooperation ### 2026-07-15: Ankara NATO summit underscores transatlantic defense industry cooperation At the Ankara NATO summit, Secretary General Radmilla Shekerinska said tighter transatlantic industrial cooperation and joint Turkish‑European‑North American projects are vital for alliance security and support 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ankara-nato-summit-underscores-transatlantic-defense-industry-cooperation --- Cite as: NATO and Turkish defense industry cooperation. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/nato-and-turkish-defense-industry-cooperation