Türkiye’s head of defense industries meets Malaysian PM
Haluk Gorgun (L), President of the Presidency of Defense Industry, meets with Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim (R), Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, 23 August 2024 (Photo obtained by @halukgorgun via Twitter)
Haluk Gorgun’s Haluk Gorgun, the head of Türkiye’s Presidency of Defense Industries, visited Malaysia.
During his visit, Gorgun established substantial relationships, including a meeting with Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.
Gorgun highlighted the recent achievements of Türkiye’s defense industry, stating: “Our national engineering advancements, growing export volume, and strong regional partnerships significantly influence the defense sector.”
It is anticipated that the discussions that take place during the visit will result in favorable outcomes for both countries. Gorgun expressed his optimism by stating: “I am optimistic that the significant meetings we have conducted over the past two days will yield favorable outcomes for both countries.”
Gorgun’s other meetings
Türkiye views this visit as part of its strategy to strengthen international collaboration in the defense sector. Türkiye’s expanding export volume and regional partnerships are strengthening its defense sector.
Gorgun, accompanied by Türkiye’s Ambassador to Malaysia Emir Salim Yuksel and a group of representatives, held a meeting with General Muhammad Hafizuddeain bin Jantan, commander of the Malaysian Army.
Defense cooperation with Malaysia
- Warships, agreements
Türkiye and Malaysia have signed important defense agreements. In June, Türkiye signed a contract to build three littoral task ships for the Royal Malaysian Navy. Türikye plans to start construction of these ships this year and deliver them within four years. Turkish sensors and Atmaca missiles will equip the ships.
- UAV, missile orders
In May 2023, Malaysia signed a $91.6 million contract with TAI for three Anka unmanned aerial vehicles to support air force and police operations. In addition, Malaysia’s Dayatech Merin offered to purchase Turkish Kuzgun anti-ship missiles at the defense exhibition.
- Defense training
Malaysia is pursuing a yearlong program for the production of unmanned aerial vehicles and training of Malaysian personnel.
