Source: European Parliament
Question for written answer E-001014/2025
to the Council
Rule 144
Geadis Geadi (ECR)
Since December 2024, there have been reports that the Turkish company Baykar, a drone manufacturer, has agreed to purchase the Italian company Piaggio Aerospace. The Turkish company itself made an announcement, stating that the Italian Ministry of Enterprises and Made in Italy has approved the sale. Daily Sabah even adds that ‘the closing of the transaction is expected in spring once a series of conditions have been met, including authorisation from the Italian Presidency of the Council of Ministers.’ Baykar, in its announcement, states that with this acquisition it is ready to expand its influence in the European aviation market. At the same time, Baykar also seems to be heading towards a cooperation agreement with the defence and aerospace company Leonardo, which is also Italian.
With regard to the above:
- 1.What is the Council’s view of the matter, given that this constitutes Türkiye’s entry into the European Defence Industry?
- 2.How does the Council comment on this at a time when voices within the European Union are calling on the European institutions to impose an embargo on the sale of European arms to Türkiye?
Submitted: 10.3.2025