Statement on Terror-Free Turkey and Defense Policies from Minister of National Defense Yaşar Güler

Minister of National Defense Yaşar Güler emphasized the strategic importance of the Terror-Free Turkey process during the 111th Term District Governorship Course program, stating that a historical threshold has been crossed and making important evaluations regarding security policies.

Security Evaluation at the District Governorship Course

Minister of National Defense Yaşar Güler attended the 111th Term District Governorship Course program organized by the Ministry of Interior. Important evaluations regarding Turkey's security policies, regional cooperations, and the Terror-Free Turkey process were made during the program.

Güler stated that Turkey follows a determined policy that both strengthens security and social cohesion within its borders and supports stability in its region.

Strategic Importance of the Terror-Free Turkey Process

Reserving a significant portion of his speech for the goal of a Terror-Free Turkey, Minister Güler said that this process carries great strategic importance not only in terms of security, but also regarding the country's future and social structure.

Describing the entry into force of the Law on Strengthening National Solidarity and Social Integration as a critical stage for this process, Güler stated that a historical threshold has been crossed on the path to a terror-free Turkey.

International Cooperations and Regional Developments

Minister Yaşar Güler also touched upon the Mecca Joint Defense Agreement signed between Turkey, Saudi Arabia, and Pakistan. He noted that this agreement carries mutual trust and deep-rooted relations to a stronger strategic ground.

Additionally, stating that developments in Syria are being closely monitored, Güler drew attention to the importance of regional stability.