@article{article_1652407, title={COOPERATION BETWEEN THE EUROPEAN UNION AND TURKEY IN CONTEXT OF SECURITY}, journal={Florya Chronicles of Political Economy}, volume={11}, pages={111–149}, year={2025}, author={Özdilek, Elif}, keywords={Türkiye, AB, NATO, Güvenlik, Güvenlik İşbirliği}, abstract={The aim of this study is to investigate the concept of state security in the context of contemporary imperatives by analyzing the security management strategies and various dimensions of security cooperation between Turkey and the EU. In an era characterized by rapid globalization and advances in science and technology, the importance of state security has intensified, forcing countries like Turkey to establish relations with international political formations. In this context, the EU has consistently emphasized Türkiye’s fundamental role in European security; however, the turbulent nature of Turkey-EU relations is evident in defense and security cooperation. Moreover, inconsistencies in threat perception and policy have led to differences between Turkey and the EU on security and defense issues. Particularly after the Arab Spring uprisings, regional security priorities have diverged between the two parties. While the EU has difficulty in maintaining a unified stance internally, it anticipates that Türkiye will align its actions with its own policies. In contrast, Turkey, a NATO member that has intermittently established relations with Eurasia since 1952, is trying to integrate into European security frameworks in line with its predominantly Western-oriented foreign policy. As a result, Turkey sees a strategic opportunity in the Permanent Structured Cooperation (PESCO) project. It is believed that the problem could be addressed if NATO members outside the EU were given the right to consult within the Council on the policy direction of PESCO and full participation in its capability and operational modules. Turkey should seek to increase the possibilities for deep integration into potential Common Security and Defense Policy (CSDP) structures, including PESCO. This approach is considered one of the most pragmatic ways to establish a viable and effective transaction model with the European Union. For the EU, Turkey should not be seen as an incompetent neighbor, but as a strong partner in the field of security and defense, capable of contributing to the ongoing development of the EU’s Strategic Compass and Defense Union.}, number={2}, publisher={İstanbul Aydın Üniversitesi}