Erdogan began his speech by highlighting Türkiye's remarkable achievements across various sectors, with a particular focus on the defense industry. He expressed pride in the nation's progress and emphasized that along with advancements in defense, exports had witnessed exponential growth. Erdogan revealed an ambitious target, stating: "Our goal for this year's defense industry exports is to surpass $6 billion."

In addition to discussing economic objectives, President Erdogan underscored the ongoing centenary celebrations of the Turkish Republic, emphasizing their historical significance. He stated: "We seek to introduce our Republic's century-old history to our youth through activities spanning a large spectrum. TEKNOFEST is one of such activities. We work to enable as many youth as possible to relish the enthusiasm and the magnificent atmosphere of TEKNOFEST."

Erdogan also reflected on his extensive political career, which spans over four decades, highlighting his dedication to serving Türkiye and removing obstacles hindering the nation's progress. He expressed his commitment to nurturing and guiding the youth, regardless of their backgrounds or beliefs, emphasizing his pride in Türkiye's young generation.

Turning his attention back to the defense industry, Erdogan celebrated Türkiye's significant achievements over the past two decades. "We have carried Türkiye from success to success in every field, particularly in the defense industry," he noted. "Our exports in this field jumped from $248 million to $4.5 billion last year. We will, inshallah, further increase these figures. We will keep working day and night until we achieve our goal of a 'fully independent Türkiye' in the defense industry, just like in all other fields."

Erdogan's ambitious vision for Türkiye's defense industry exports signals the nation's commitment to advancing its technological capabilities and economic strength on the global stage. The TEKNOFEST event serves as a platform to showcase Türkiye's achievements and aspirations in aviation, space, and technology.” (ILKHA)