A new report urges Türkiye to develop its own technopolitical doctrine to navigate the era of artificial intelligence [1].

The move is seen as critical because AI is currently reshaping global power dynamics. By establishing a formal doctrine, the report said Türkiye can maintain its strategic capability and ensure the security of its AI designs [1].

The proposed framework focuses on three primary pillars: strategic capability, secure design, and public legitimacy [1]. The report said that these elements are necessary to prevent the country from falling behind in a rapidly evolving technological landscape, a shift that could impact national security and economic sovereignty [1].

Public legitimacy is highlighted as a key component of the strategy. The report said that for AI integration to be successful, the technology must be adopted in a way that maintains trust among the citizenry [1]. This involves balancing the push for innovation with ethical considerations, and transparent governance [1].

Strategic capability involves the development of indigenous AI tools rather than relying solely on foreign technology [1]. This approach is intended to reduce dependencies on external providers who may have conflicting geopolitical interests [1].

Secure AI design is the final pillar, focusing on the technical safeguards required to protect national data and infrastructure from vulnerabilities [1]. The report said that without a cohesive technopolitical doctrine, the adoption of AI could lead to fragmented policies and security gaps [1].

“Türkiye is urged to develop its own technopolitical doctrine to navigate the era of artificial intelligence.”

This call for a 'technopolitical doctrine' reflects a growing trend among middle powers to treat AI not just as a commercial tool, but as a core element of national sovereignty. By linking technical design with political legitimacy and strategic autonomy, Türkiye is attempting to avoid 'digital colonialism' and ensure that its AI infrastructure aligns with its specific national interests and security requirements.