Economic opening, strategic alliances, and the military: the development of the high‐technology sector in Turkey

Abstract

Turkey represents a fascinating case in late industrialization or “late late developing”. Under the Kemalist tradition of continuous modernization, the Turkish context of the 1990s, which heavily involves the military establishment, may actually support high‐technology sectors. Such a conclusion is derived from an examination of economic and geopolitical realities, and benchmarks provided by highly industrialized countries. A strategic TOWS analysis underlines the strengths, weaknesses, threats, and opportunities, of a hypothetical microelectronics industry. Strategies for such industry are suggested including international strategic alliances.

Citation

Murillo, L. (2000), "Economic opening, strategic alliances, and the military: the development of the high‐technology sector in Turkey", European Business Review, Vol. 12 No. 3, pp. 157-169. https://doi.org/10.1108/09555340010371827