Turkey Strengthens Its Defense Cooperation with the Kingdom: Baykar to Establish a Drone Factory in Morocco

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Media reports have revealed that Turkey’s leading drone manufacturer, Baykar, is preparing to establish a new factory in Morocco to produce armed drones.

According to Le Desk, the planned facility will enhance Morocco’s defense capabilities by manufacturing Bayraktar TB2 drones, which have proven their effectiveness in numerous conflicts worldwide. This project aligns with the strengthening ties between the two countries, particularly in military cooperation, which has seen significant development in recent years.

Baykar is one of the world’s foremost drone manufacturers, with its Bayraktar TB2 and Akıncı drones playing a pivotal role in shifting power dynamics in various conflict zones. This has led to high demand for its products from multiple countries, including Morocco, which has already acquired several Bayraktar TB2 drones to bolster its defense capabilities.

Experts believe that establishing a local drone production facility in Morocco will contribute to technology transfer and enhance the kingdom’s defense industrial capabilities, making it more self-sufficient in terms of armament. This initiative also reflects Morocco’s strategic direction towards developing its domestic defense industry through partnerships with global defense leaders.

This project comes at a time of increasing military cooperation between Morocco and Turkey, particularly following the signing of agreements in defense and military technology. The new factory is expected to further strengthen this collaboration while also creating local job opportunities and supporting Morocco’s economy by investing in advanced defense industries.

While detailed timelines and operational specifics of the factory have yet to be disclosed, it is clear that this move represents a significant milestone in the defense partnership between the two nations. It also underscores Morocco’s ambitious vision to advance its military industry.