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CANiK Showcases New U.S. Factory at NATO Summit Parallel Event in Washington
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CANiK Showcases New U.S. Factory at NATO Summit Parallel Event in Washington

In a parallel event to the NATO Heads of State and Government Summit in Washington, the Turkish-American Business Council (TAIK) and the American-Turkish Business Development Council (ATBDC) organized a meeting that highlighted CANiK's newly completed factory in the United States as a prime example of defense industry collaboration.CANiK, participating in the roundtable discussion held in conjunction with the NATO Summit, was represented by General Manager Cahit Utku Aral. The event saw high-level attendance, including Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, Turkish Minister of National Defense Yaşar Güler, and retired U.S. General Tod D. Wolters, who served in various NATO capacities over the years.The roundtable, moderated by ATBDC Board Member Gregory Bloom and led by TAIK Chai...
White House Announces Major Steps to Strengthen Women’s Role in Peace and Security
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White House Announces Major Steps to Strengthen Women’s Role in Peace and Security

In a decisive move to bolster global peace and security, the Biden-Harris Administration has announced new initiatives aimed at enhancing the role of women in these critical areas. The announcement, made during the NATO 75th Anniversary Summit, underscores the administration's commitment to the Women, Peace, and Security (WPS) agenda, aligning with NATO's renewed focus on gender equality in defense and political leadership."The status of women and girls and the stability and security of nations are inextricably linked. When women have equal opportunities to participate and lead, economies grow, education rates and health outcomes improve, and political instability and violence decline," the White House statement declared, emphasizing the profound impact of women's participation on nat...
President Erdoğan to Attend NATO Summit in Washington D.C.
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President Erdoğan to Attend NATO Summit in Washington D.C.

ANKARA - President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan is set to visit the United States from July 9-11, 2024, to attend the NATO Heads of State and Government Summit in Washington D.C. This significant gathering coincides with NATO's 75th anniversary.The summit will focus on NATO's efforts in deterrence and defense amidst challenges and risks within the alliance's geography. Discussions will also address the situation in Ukraine and the support extended to the country. Furthermore, steps taken to combat terrorism, one of the primary threats to the alliance, will be on the agenda.The visit was announced on the official social media account of the Directorate of Communications with the following statement:"President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan will visit the United States from July 9-11, 2024, to at...