Turkey Prepares for a New Era in Cyber Security, Cyber Defense Presidency
Vice President Cevdet Yılmaz made statements about the Cyber Defense Presidency, which is planned to be established to increase Turkey’s digital security. Yılmaz stated that the Presidential Decree required for the establishment of the presidency is ready, but the process depends on the timetable of the Grand National Assembly of Turkey (TBMM).
Strategic Step in Cyber Security
Speaking to members of the press before the AK Party’s parliamentary group meeting, Yılmaz said that preparations for the establishment of the Cyber Defense Presidency have been largely completed. He emphasized that this step is part of efforts to protect Turkey’s digital infrastructure and critical systems. Yılmaz said, “Our Parliament has a busy agenda. We plan to address this issue in an appropriate timetable,” he said.
Strong Defense Against Cyber Threats
Yılmaz said that cyber threats, which have increased with the rapid expansion of the digital world, have an important place in the security strategies of countries. He stated that the Cyber Defense Presidency will be a structure that will enable Turkey to fight against these threats more effectively. He also stated that this presidency aims to protect critical digital infrastructure in both the public and private sectors.
Presidential Decree Process
Stating that a Presidential Decree is required for the Presidency to officially become operational, Yılmaz emphasized that the parliamentary calendar will be decisive in this process. “Our preparations have matured, but the parliament’s agenda is quite busy. Therefore, we will take steps at an appropriate time,” he added.
Turkey’s Cyber Security Vision
Turkey has been attracting attention with its investments in cyber security in recent years. In line with the policy of developing domestic and national technologies in areas related to national security, cyber defense has become a priority area. Yılmaz stated that the Cyber Defense Presidency will increase Turkey’s capacities in this field and create a stronger defense mechanism.
National Cyber Security Strategy
The presidency, which is planned to be implemented in cooperation with the Presidential Digital Transformation Office and other relevant institutions, will also be a critical building block for Turkey’s national cyber security strategy. In addition to preventing cyber-attacks, the Presidency will provide the necessary coordination for rapid and effective response to attacks.
Future Goals
With the establishment of the Cyber Defense Presidency, goals such as increasing expert staff in the field of cyber security, developing domestic and national software and expanding international cooperation networks are also on the agenda. It is also planned to expand training and awareness-raising activities that will increase the level of digital awareness of individuals and institutions.
Yılmaz said: “The establishment of a structure that will protect our digital infrastructure and critical systems is indispensable for Turkey’s future security strategies. This is not only a security step, but also a move towards digital independence,” Yılmaz said, emphasizing the importance of the process.
