The Evolution of Türkiye`s Defense Spending: A Comparison with NATO Countries

Authors : Melek Adsız

Pages : 52-65

Doi:10.17518/canakkalearastirmalari.1667080

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Publication Date : 2025-06-04

Article Type : Research Paper

Abstract :Defense expenditures are the expenditures that a country allocates from its national income to ensure its security and protect its sovereignty. These expenditures are vital to a nation’s future and prosperity and are prioritised for political and strategic reasons. It is therefore difficult to reduce or completely abandon defence expenditures. As a key factor in shaping national security policies and international relations, defense expenditures of NATO member states influence both the balance of power among them and the foundation of strategic relations and national security perceptions. This study provides a better understanding of the evolution of NATO member states’ military strategies and their role in the broader security framework, as well as information on their defense expenditures. The primary objective is to compare Türkiye’s defense expenditures with those of other NATO members. Additionally, the research explores NATO’s historical background, examines defense spending patterns, identifies key factors influencing these expenditures, and analyzes NATO’s budget allocation for defense. In examining NATO’s historical development, the most recent members, Finland and Sweden, are also included within this framework. The analysis encompasses the period from NATO’s establishment in 1949 through to 2024, offering a comprehensive view of changes in defense spending over time.
Keywords : NATO, Savunma Harcamaları, Strateji, Güvenlik, Savunma

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