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Turkey and Pakistan Forge Drone Partnership for Defense Boost

12/10/2025

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Pakistan is set to become a key site for Turkey's drone industry as negotiations advance to assemble combat drones locally.
Turkey aims to expand its defense exports, which have surged 30% this year.
The proposed facility would boost Pakistan's manufacturing capabilities and strengthen defense ties.
Turkey aims to integrate Pakistan into its KAAN fifth-generation fighter jet project.
The partnership would boost Pakistan's surveillance capabilities amid regional security challenges after a ceasefire with India.

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Pakistan is set to become a key site for Turkey's drone industry as negotiations advance to assemble combat drones locally.
Turkey aims to expand its defense exports, which have surged 30% this year.
The proposed facility would boost Pakistan's manufacturing capabilities and strengthen defense ties.
Turkey aims to integrate Pakistan into its KAAN fifth-generation fighter jet project.
The partnership would boost Pakistan's surveillance capabilities amid regional security challenges after a ceasefire with India.