Turkey Increases Defense Spending: The Impact on Citizens and National Debt
In Turkey, the topic of increased defense spending and its effects on citizens has come to the forefront. It has been noted that for years, billions of Turkish Lira have been allocated to the defense industry, while external debt levels have reached critical points.
These discussions have been progressing in parallel with the recent rise in national security concerns. When the justifications for the country’s defense needs are combined with the citizens’ economic situation, it sets the stage for questioning the policies and budgets of the leaders.
Mahmut Arıkan made a statement regarding the issue, saying, “For decades, you have received billions of lira to develop the defense industry and pushed the limits of external debt. Today, right when the drums of war are sounding, you are targetting the citizen’s pocket under the pretext of defense.” These statements are sparking debates about the balance strategy between the burdens reflected in the public budget and security investments.
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