Türkiye is preparing to build a major drone manufacturing and assembly facility in Pakistan, signaling a significant step forward for defence cooperation between the two nations. Under the proposed agreement, Turkish-made combat drones will be shipped to Pakistan for local assembly, boosting Pakistan’s access to advanced unmanned aerial systems.
The planned facility will focus on assembling stealth and long‑endurance drones, drawing on Türkiye’s experience in drone design and production. Officials involved in the discussions say the project has made major progress since October 2025, though both countries’ defence ministries have declined to publicly comment.
Beyond production, the initiative is expected to bring important benefits to Pakistan: creation of skilled jobs, transfer of technology, and stronger defence‑industrial capability. Analysts describe the move as a boost to Pakistan’s defence readiness and a step towards reducing reliance on imports.
The proposed partnership comes against a backdrop of growing military and strategic collaboration. Türkiye’s defence exports have surged this year, and Ankara sees Pakistan as a key partner in expanding its global defence footprint. Meanwhile, Islamabad has welcomed deeper cooperation with Ankara, building on earlier joint efforts including naval shipbuilding and drone‑component production.
If all goes according to plan, the new facility could become operational within a few years. It represents not just a manufacturing venture, but a signal of increasing strategic alignment and technological partnership between Pakistan and Türkiye, with lasting implications for regional defence dynamics.
