NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte has highlighted Türkiye's strategic importance within the alliance and its rapid progress in the defense industry over the past 5–10 years, Report informs.
Speaking at a press conference held at the Presidential Administration in Ankara, he stressed that NATO relies on Türkiye's active role and long-standing contributions to collective security. He noted that the country continues to be a key strategic partner for the alliance.
Rutte also underlined that Türkiye's position within NATO remains "highly significant," adding that Ankara's role in hosting a future NATO summit further demonstrates its importance to the organization.