Defence Turkey: Dear Mr. Undersecretary, first of all we would like to thank you for your time.  The Defense Industry Strategy Report for 2017 – 2021 was recently published by the SSM.  What strategies  will stand out during the next quinquennium such as R&D, what are the priority areas?

According to the published strategy report, we have concentrated on areas such as the broadening of the industry and the eco-system, execution of exports and sustainability and logistical support in line with certain programs. We have to focus on advanced technology and gaining technological independence. The breakdown of our systems is important for us, enhancing the local content rate and diminishing foreign dependency in critical technologies will be regarded as one of our objectives.