Turkey to Host NATO Meeting and Arms Exhibition Next Week

NATO leaders are scheduled to arrive at a government complex in Ankara next week for meetings with Turkish officials. The same week, military equipment will be on display outside an exhibition center in the capital. Inside the center, stands will show ammunition and electronic warfare systems. Turkey's arms export industry reached $10 billion in value, according to the report.

Background The meetings and exhibition occur as European countries increase defense purchases following Russia's war in Ukraine and changes in U.S. policy. Turkey has supplied hardware to European buyers during this period. The exhibition is expected to highlight Turkey's role as a defense equipment provider within NATO.