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As part of its National Artificial Intelligence Action Plan for 2026–2030, Türkiye aims to sign bilateral cooperation frameworks with at least five countries and conclude memoranda of understanding with three international institutions before the end of 2027. The plan includes developing a large language model for Turkic languages, sharing computing infrastructure, and transforming Istanbul into a hub for AI diplomacy and investment.
Turkey plans to integrate a system into the e-Devlet portal to assess citizens’ level of artificial intelligence knowledge, directing each user to educational programs suited to their level and needs. The program aims to train 5 million people within two years, in addition to preparing 10,000 advanced specialists and 100,000 applied professionals by the end of 2027.
Turkey plans to activate a National Artificial Intelligence Council chaired by President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, along with a Program Office to monitor the National Action Plan for 2026–2030. The proposed framework includes a transparency portal and an ethics council, while supervisory and sanctioning powers would remain with sectoral regulatory authorities.