Türk Telekom and Aselsan have signed a strategic cooperation agreement to develop domestically produced communication devices and infrastructure technologies, as Türkiye seeks to reduce reliance on foreign suppliers in critical technology sectors.
Under the partnership, Türkiye’s leading telecom operator and defense electronics maker will collaborate on developing domestic smartphones, end-user devices and communication equipment, including both hardware and software components, a statement said Monday.
The initiative is aimed at increasing the share of locally produced technologies in Türkiye’s communications ecosystem and strengthening the country’s domestic technology capabilities.
The partnership also includes the Ankara Chamber of Commerce (ATO) and the Turkic World Business Council as the stakeholders.
Reducing foreign dependency
