NATO has introduced a new program called “Front Door”.
The alliance aims to make it easier for Turkish defense industry companies to access the Alliance’s innovation fund, worth 5.3 billion euros. The program was presented during the NATO Summit in Ankara.
The initiative is designed to reduce bureaucratic obstacles and accelerate the involvement of Turkish companies in NATO projects related to the development of advanced military technologies, media reports.
Through the program, Turkish companies will have more opportunities to apply for funding and participate in projects related to artificial intelligence, autonomous systems, cyber defense, space technologies and other strategic areas.
NATO officials emphasized that the goal is to strengthen cooperation with the defense industry of member countries and accelerate the development of innovative technologies that will enhance the Alliance’s defense capabilities.
Turkey, which has significantly developed its defense industry in recent years, is expected to be one of the main beneficiaries of this initiative, having greater opportunities to contribute to joint NATO projects and to secure funding from the multi-billion dollar innovation fund. /Telegraph/