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Turkey and Saudi Arabia Collaborate on Kaan Warplane Development

2/5/2026

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Turkey plans a joint investment with Saudi Arabia to develop the Kaan fifth-generation warplane.
President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said the partnership could be implemented soon.
The Kaan, developed by Turkish Aerospace Industries, was unveiled in 2023 with serial production planned to start in 2028.
Erdogan stressed defense cooperation with Saudi Arabia as Turkey strengthens its military capabilities amid shifting regional dynamics.

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Turkey plans a joint investment with Saudi Arabia to develop the Kaan fifth-generation warplane.
President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said the partnership could be implemented soon.
The Kaan, developed by Turkish Aerospace Industries, was unveiled in 2023 with serial production planned to start in 2028.
Erdogan stressed defense cooperation with Saudi Arabia as Turkey strengthens its military capabilities amid shifting regional dynamics.