Hulusi Akar

Hulusi Akar is a Turkish military officer and politician who has served as Turkey's Minister of National Defense since 2018. He has a background in the Turkish Armed Forces, holding various leadership positions, and was a four-star general before entering politics. As Minister of National Defense, he is responsible for overseeing Turkey’s military operations, defense policies, and national security efforts. Akar plays a key role in shaping Turkey’s defense strategy, coordinating with international allies, and managing the country’s armed forces to ensure national security.