Türkiye, Poland agree to deepen defense industry cooperation

Turkish defense industry chief Haluk Gorgun met with Polish Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Defense Wladyslaw Kosiniak-Kamysz in Warsaw to discuss deepening bilateral defense industry cooperation, the Polish Defense Ministry announced. Gorgun, secretary of Turkish Defense Industries, said cooperation between the two NATO allies continues to flourish in line with their “deep-rooted friendship, strong bonds of alliance, and shared understanding of security.” The talks addressed existing areas of collaboration as well as future prospects.

Focus on unmanned systems

The meeting focused on strengthening military-technical relations, deepening defense industry cooperation, and further developing industrial capabilities. Specific topics included unmanned systems, including increasing capabilities related to the use of Bayraktar UAVs, sharing operational experience, and developing areas for joint work. The agenda also covered potential transfer of modern technologies, stronger links between defense industry ecosystems, and steps to increase mutual investments. Kosiniak-Kamysz said they want the capability to use Bayraktar drones to increase further, adding that military, political, and industrial cooperation is progressing well.

Strategic importance

For Türkiye, Poland is a key defense partner in Central Europe. Turkish defense exports to Poland have included Bayraktar drones and armored vehicles. Poland, which has significantly increased its defense budget following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, sees Türkiye as a reliable supplier of NATO-compatible systems. The talks also have political significance: both countries are members of NATO and have expressed support for Ukraine. The deepening defense ties come amid the Iran war and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, which have highlighted the importance of supply chain resilience.