Asian countries interested in Turkish defense industry

By Goksel Yildirim

ANKARA (AA) - Turkish companies came together with the military of Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka and Afghanistan at the Defense Port Turkey-South Asia fair, which was held online from October 26-28.

According to the information received by Anadolu Agency from the organizers, Bangladesh Navy Commander Mahbub-ul Islam said they are interested in helicopter ships and patrol boats made by Turkish companies.

"We are pleased to work with Aselsan, Havelsan and Roketsan. Havelsan's command control center is also very successful," he said.

It was reported that officials of the Afghanistan Ministry of Defense showed keen interest in Meteksan Defense's retinar radar and Alfa Elektro Metal's products during the meetings.

Military officials from Sri Lanka also said that they are following developments in the Turkish defense industry closely and see Turkey as an important partner in the land systems products.

The fair was organized with the theme of South Asia.